Richlite is an incredibly durable material made from paper, ideal for a variety of uses. Developed over 70 years ago for industrial tooling, Richlite is made to last, enduring the most demanding applications.
The material’s mottled appearance has a honed look, leathery feel and is warm to touch. Like wood, Richlite develops a natural patina over time, burnishing in areas of use and softening in tone.
Over the years, Richlite has evolved into a premium surface material used across diverse applications that compliment its characteristics. The colour of the material runs throughout the sheet, and can be repeatedly refinished and repurposed over many years. Nonporous, heat and weather resistant, Richlite can withstand everything from food preparation environments to the harsh outdoors.
Made from many layers of high quality decorative paper, Richlite’s mottled appearance comes from the natural variation in the way the fibres lay within the paper. Made with post consumer waste or sustainably harvested FSC certified paper, Richlite is Greenguard Gold Certified and meets the E1 standard for its excellent indoor air quality. The manufacturing process uses an innovative waste to energy technology, which turns gasses from the drying process into fuel for the heating system. Once running, the manufacturing process uses 83% less fuel.
Whether used for its natural appeal, durability, strength, sustainability or its unique look and feel, Richlite outperforms and outlasts conventional materials.
