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Richlite Company
624 E. 15th St.
Tacoma, WA 98421
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Overview:
Richlite Company pioneered the paper-composite surface industry beginning in 1943.
Architects and designers consistently surprise us with the creative uses they find for Richlite. The list
never ends. And the product lasts a lifetime.
Richlite is a high performance material appropriate for any residential or commercial surface
application. It's a versatile product that has natural beauty, longevity and sustainability. The material
is dense and durable with comparable features to solid surfaces and stone; including stain, heat and
scratch resistance, sanitary benefits and long cantilevers and spans.
Some uses for Richlite are: exterior wall cladding, commercial and residential countertops ,
industrial applications by the aerospace and marine industry, sanitary food prep surfaces,
outdoor furniture and signage.
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Richlite Gallery
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Richlite Countertops and Architectural Applications.
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Richlite Rainscreen
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RainShadow
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Richlite Rainshadow... The Natural RainScreen has a matte, velvety mill finish. No sanding or sealing to the face or edges is required for installation, and most panels can be cut and fixed on site.
RainShadow is a through-color solid panel. Graffiti and deep scratches can easily be sanded from the product. Richlite is a tough product that can withstand most wear and tear not offered by cement board, or metal - it won't rust or crack. Over time, Richlite panels "Patina" or deepen in color, evening out to a smooth, rich, velvety finish.
Suspension systems are not required to be provided with panels and are not sold by Richlite. Suspension systems are, however, available through Richlite Distributors or direct from suspension suppliers. Blind fastening is not currently recommended by Richlite. While Aluminum suspension systems are the most commonly accepted, adjustable galvanized systems and Richlite furring are acceptable substitutes. Color matched stainless steel fasteners can be sourced from Richlite Distributors or independently sourced.
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Composite Surfaces
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Richlite's Northwest Collection is available in FSC® Certified and/or recycled colors with names that reflect natural and historic landmarks near Richlite's headquarters in Tacoma, Washington; Yellow Island, Blue Canyon, Redstone, Black Diamond, Chocolate Glacier, Browns Point, Grays Harbor and Green Mountain. Richlite's recycled series includes r50 and r100, names which reflect their percentage of recycled content.
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Customizable, Richlite's Cascade comes in six color variations featuring multi-color edges for progressive design tastes. If the six tallest peaks in the Casacdes aren't your style, add your own look and feel with customized layering. The linear design of the Cascade Range allows for interesting edges that match coordinating Richlite sheets. Custom combinations and thicknesses may be ordered through Richlite's network of distributors. Cascade can also be used for signage when the product is machined into to reveal contrasting colors.
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Stratum
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Natural beauty, longevity and sustainability give Richlite Stratum™ a mark of distinction in the architectural community. It’s a versatile product with character that complements rugged to refined designs from contemporary commercial urban centers to rustic mountain hideaways. Stratum’s exterior features dense and durable Richlite FSC Certified paper composite materials while the stunning core is made from Plyboo's 100% rapidly renewable bamboo and soy adhesives.
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Sustainability
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While Richlite aspires to make its mark in the architectural and design world through creative product offerings, our ultimate goal is to achieve success while leaving a smaller imprint on the environment.
Richlite is committed to minimizing its impact on the globe by using only sustainably-derived resources, pursuing environmentally sound manufacturing and business practices, and working with partners who share in their initiatives to maintain a healthy planet.
Our policies and practices are an open book. Richlite’s environmental openness is designed to hold the company and the industry accountable, and present a forum for dialogue on responsible manufacturing and distribution practices.
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LEED® Information
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The LEED green building certification program is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of green buildings.
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Indoor Air Quality
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Richlite’s products are non-off-gassing, are GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified®, and meet the criteria for GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification. The GREENGUARD Certification program recognizes interior building materials and products that meet the most stringent chemical emissions standards deemed safe and appropriate for use in residential and commercial buildings, including educational (daycare and K-12) environments.
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Richlite Samples
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For samples of Richlite Northwest, Cascade, Stratum, or RainShadow, Please contract your regional distributor or architectural rep near you.
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Warranty:
For Warranty Information Click Here

Last Update: 2012-05-21
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