article_snippet: Philip Dickens, described as 'the king of DIY' on a profile on the Baumhaus website, could now face a jail sentence or a fine of up to £20,000.
article_snippet: Appearing in court today on behalf of Baumhaus, Dickens was told Dickens could face up to 12 months behind bars or a fine of up to £20,000 for the offences.
article_snippet: Entering pleas on the company's behalf, Dickens pleaded guilty to two counts of placing an unsafe product on the market between January 2010 and July 2013.
article_snippet: Dickens was referred to personally in one of the charges.
article_snippet: Judge Karen Holt told Dickens they were 'serious' offences.
article_snippet: Dickens, from Burnley, Lancashire, was released on bail to return for sentencing on April 13.
highlights_snippet: As director of the furniture firm, Philip Dickens could face jail or fine of £20,000 .