
Rust-Oleum’s Restore and RockSolid Deck Products
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as durable and weather resistant when they prematurely degrade, peel, flake, and deteriorate
Cole et al v. Rust-Oleum Corp.
21-cv-272, N.D.N.Y.
(March 2021)
Restore Deck Start Wood Primer, Restore 2X One Coat Solid Stain, and Restore 4X Deck Coat for decks and patios
Falsely marketing Restore products as superior and durable when they chip, peel, flake, and deteriorate prematurely
Pending
Allegations: Misleadingly marketing products as durable and weather resistant when they prematurely degrade, peel, flake, and deteriorate
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In January 2020, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Rust-Oleum for allegedly misleadingly marketing Restore products – including 2X One Coat Solid Stain and 4X Deck Coat – as being…
In October 2019, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Rust-Oleum Corp. for allegedly misleadingly advertising Restore products for wood surfaces, including Restore Deck Start Wood Primer, Restore 2X, and Restore…
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