Richlite - Strength and Beauty

Richlite was originally developed for the aerospace industry, later distributed as a commercial kitchen surface in the 1950s.  More recent applications have been for use in residential counters and limited architectural applications.  

Commonly specified in countertops, wall cladding, wainscoting, window sills, stair treads, bathroom partitions, guard rails, partition doors, cabinet doors, furniture, menus, signage, exterior cladding, rain screen, siding, kick plates, and more.  Richlite is also certified for indoor use in residential, school and institutional environments by GREENGUARD Environmental Institute and under NSF Standard 51.

Inherently natural feel with a mottled pattern. The finish out of the mill is similar to leather, when sanded it can be incredibly smooth and silky.  Richlite can be milled easily, like wood, but is much more dense and durable.  Richlite may even be milled into a smooth round sphere.

Alternative to granite and other non-renewable high carbon footprint natural materials. The paper used by Richlite is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), a global non-profit organization devoted to encouraging and monitoring responsible management of the world's forests. Richlite comes from readily renewable wood resources.

High strength to weight ratio with chemical and thermal stability to 350 F, making it stain, water, scratch and heat and bacteria resistant.  Richlite doesn't degrade nor does it off-gas.  

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