Handmade from many layers of high quality custom craft paper, Richlite’s surface texture comes from the natural variation in the way fibers lay within the paper. Composed of approximately 65% FSC®-certified or recycled paper content and 35% phenolic resin, Richlite’s colour comes from a combination of the paper and the amber tone of the resin.
Available in colours whose names reflect natural landmarks near the company headquarters in the Pacific Northwest.
Richlite’s original colour, Natural, and the milestone products of Slate and r50 represent the company’s rich history.
Inspired by the Cascade Range, this collection is a ‘layered line’ including bamboo-embedded Stratum.
Contains 100% Recycled Paper
Also Available in Rapidly Renewable Paper
Contains 50% Recycled Paper
Dense and durable, yet easily tooled, pleasing to the eye, and with its smooth, natural aesthetic, Richlite has become a choice material for a wide range of architects, designers, industrial manufacturers and product developers.
*These are finishes that can be achieved by a professional millworker / fabricator. All Richlite products are shipped only as a mill finish.*
Straight out of the press and on to your application. No applied finish needed to appreciate our mill texture.
Keeps the texture of Richlite, but an added applied finish enriches the colour and adds a layer of protection.
Looking for more of a satin look? A simple sanding process and an applied finish will achieve our honed look.
Colour and material selection play an important role in contemporary architecture and interior design. Absolute Surfaces supplies a range of Richlite colours in South Africa for architects, interior designers, fabricators and property professionals looking for distinctive paper composite surfaces. From darker contemporary finishes to warmer natural tones, the available colours allow Richlite to be incorporated into residential, hospitality and commercial projects with very different design requirements.
The right surface colour depends on the surrounding materials, lighting and overall architectural concept. Darker Richlite finishes can create strong contrast alongside lighter cabinetry, walls and flooring, while other tones can be used to create a warmer and more integrated material palette.
For a broader introduction to the material itself, explore our Richlite South Africa range and its applications across contemporary architectural projects.
Countertops provide one of the most prominent opportunities to introduce Richlite into an interior. The selected colour can complement cabinetry and furniture or become a contrasting feature within kitchens, restaurants, hospitality environments and commercial spaces.
Designers considering paper composite surfaces for these applications can explore our paper composite countertops for additional information about Richlite countertop solutions.
Dark surfaces remain popular within modern architecture because of their ability to create depth and definition. They work particularly well alongside timber, concrete, metal and lighter architectural finishes, allowing designers to create sophisticated contemporary combinations.
For projects requiring a strong dark finish, explore Richlite Diamond Black, a specialist surface option suitable for countertops, furniture and other design-led applications.
Richlite colours can be considered across more than countertop applications alone. Paper composite panels can be incorporated into furniture, cabinetry, work surfaces and bespoke architectural elements, giving designers the opportunity to repeat a particular material or colour across different areas of a project. This can help create greater consistency between functional surfaces and the wider interior design.
Furniture provides another opportunity to use Richlite as a visible design material. Tables, desks, cabinetry and custom fabricated elements can use paper composite surfaces to introduce colour and material character while complementing other finishes within the space.
For projects involving bespoke interior pieces, explore our furniture surface materials and the different ways specialist surfaces can be incorporated into contemporary design.
The distinctive appearance of Richlite comes from its paper composite construction. Rather than simply replicating conventional stone or timber surfaces, the material has its own visual identity and can develop character as part of the finished installation.
Professionals interested in the underlying material can explore our compressed paper board South Africa page for more information about paper composite panels and their applications.
Material selection should consider more than colour in isolation. Architects and designers can assess the surrounding surfaces, intended application and overall design language before selecting a finish for a residential, hospitality or commercial project.
Absolute Surfaces works with architects, designers, contractors and fabricators looking for specialist materials throughout South Africa. Our wider surface materials South Africa range provides additional options across countertops, furniture, cladding and other architectural applications.
Whether the objective is a dark contemporary countertop, distinctive furniture feature or coordinated architectural interior, the Richlite colour range gives designers additional freedom to create material combinations suited to the individual character of each project.