Richlite is a premium surface material made from resin-infused paper, produced by Richlite Company founded in 1943 in Tacoma, Washington. The company pioneered the paper-composite surface industry, initially producing materials for industrial tooling in the aerospace sector. Richlite's founding mission was to create durable, high-performance surfaces from sustainable materials. Today, their mission focuses on providing innovative, eco-friendly surface solutions while promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Core values include quality craftsmanship, durability, and a commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices. Richlite aims to transform waste into valuable design surfaces that enrich modern living.
Location
Headquarters: Tacoma, Washington, USA
Primary manufacturing/operations locations: Tacoma, Washington
Note: Strategic location in the Pacific Northwest to leverage renewable energy sources and optimize local sourcing
The Circular Vision
Core circular economy principles: Designing out waste, using recycled/FSC-certified paper, and creating fully recyclable products
Key innovations: Proprietary manufacturing process transforming paper into durable surfaces, waste-to-energy technology, and development of recycled product lines
Prioritization of local sourcing and closed-loop supply chains is a key focus
Pioneering Solutions
Flagship products: Paper composite surfaces for countertops, furniture, wall cladding, and architectural applications
Unique value propositions: Extremely durable yet sustainable surfaces with a distinctive look and feel, innovative use of recycled materials, easy maintenance
The Regenerative Future
R&D focus areas: Advancing recycling technologies, developing new sustainable materials, optimizing circular design processes
Ambitious goals: Achieve zero waste manufacturing, expand use of recycled content, promote material reuse and recycling
Fact Sheet
Commercial Availability: Products available globally through distributors and retail partners
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Available for transparency on environmental impacts
Circularity Rating: 5/5 (Designed for full circularity)
Key Certifications: FSC, Greenguard, NSF, HPD, Declare
Cost Rating: 4/5 (Competitive with premium alternatives)
Material Passport: Detailed traceability of recycled/FSC paper sources
Designed for Disassembly: Yes, products can be disassembled for reuse/recycling
Carbon Performance: Focus on reducing emissions through renewable energy, waste-to-energy, and sustainable manufacturing
Key Takeaway
Richlite transforms recycled paper into premium, durable surfaces, pioneering innovative circular solutions that minimize environmental impact while enriching modern design.
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Richlite is a premium surface material made from resin-infused paper, produced by Richlite Company founded in 1943 in Tacoma, Washington. The company pioneered the paper-composite surface industry, initially producing materials for industrial tooling in the aerospace sector. Richlite's founding mission was to create durable, high-performance surfaces from sustainable materials. Today, their mission focuses on providing innovative, eco-friendly surface solutions while promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Core values include quality craftsmanship, durability, and a commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices. Richlite aims to transform waste into valuable design surfaces that enrich modern living.
Location
Headquarters: Tacoma, Washington, USA
Primary manufacturing/operations locations: Tacoma, Washington
Note: Strategic location in the Pacific Northwest to leverage renewable energy sources and optimize local sourcing
The Circular Vision
Core circular economy principles: Designing out waste, using recycled/FSC-certified paper, and creating fully recyclable products
Key innovations: Proprietary manufacturing process transforming paper into durable surfaces, waste-to-energy technology, and development of recycled product lines
Prioritization of local sourcing and closed-loop supply chains is a key focus
Pioneering Solutions
Flagship products: Paper composite surfaces for countertops, furniture, wall cladding, and architectural applications
Unique value propositions: Extremely durable yet sustainable surfaces with a distinctive look and feel, innovative use of recycled materials, easy maintenance
The Regenerative Future
R&D focus areas: Advancing recycling technologies, developing new sustainable materials, optimizing circular design processes
Ambitious goals: Achieve zero waste manufacturing, expand use of recycled content, promote material reuse and recycling
Fact Sheet
Commercial Availability: Products available globally through distributors and retail partners
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD): Available for transparency on environmental impacts
Circularity Rating: 5/5 (Designed for full circularity)
Key Certifications: FSC, Greenguard, NSF, HPD, Declare
Cost Rating: 4/5 (Competitive with premium alternatives)
Material Passport: Detailed traceability of recycled/FSC paper sources
Designed for Disassembly: Yes, products can be disassembled for reuse/recycling
Carbon Performance: Focus on reducing emissions through renewable energy, waste-to-energy, and sustainable manufacturing
Key Takeaway
Richlite transforms recycled paper into premium, durable surfaces, pioneering innovative circular solutions that minimize environmental impact while enriching modern design.
Explore Further
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