Plaquettes de Richlite - Marron

Brown Richlite blisters for cutlery.

An ecological material for paper-based knife sleeves

Richlite is an ecological material for high quality sleeves made from cellulose fibres (paper layers) and thermohardening resin.

Brown is a medium brown, which evolves over time, towards a warm, honeyly brown.

Richlite Company, a guarantee of quality

Since their beginning in 1943, Richlite has always maintained a vision respectful of the environment. Richlite was first used as an ecological material for aerospace and industry. With successful results, the company has developed in the food field for professional kitchens and in the marine field for the construction of boats. Finally, thanks to its use in such varied fields, which proves and certifies its quality, Richlite has become an ecological material for quality knife handle.

Attractive, adaptable, sustainable

Once worked, this ecological material for sleeves gives an interesting aesthetic look with excellent performance in the most difficult conditions, whether industrial, leisure or culinary.

• - scratch resistant
• - heat resistant up to 176°C (self-extinguishing: eliminates the heat source)
• - high resistance to chemicals and stains
• - naturally antimicrobial (JIS 2801) and easy to clean
• - insoluble in water
• - adapts to all types of projects
• - eco-friendly, respectful sleeve material - LEED®: International symbol of sustainability excellence and leadership in sustainable building
• - Reuse of materials
• - Recycled content
• - Non-recycled paper: Fibers of eucalyptus fast-renewed R50 (Marron plate) with 50% old cardboard waste
• - FSC® certified wood (from forests or plantations managed responsibly and sustainably)
• - Low emission materials
• - Innovation in design
• - Regional materials
• - Rapidly renewable materials

Manufacturing process

Paper sheets are stacked by hand, alternating the sense of paper to achieve the best possible balance and stability. They are then pressed hot to bind them and obtain a robust material. This process allows us to have a machined plate (drilling, taping, etc.) while being dense, homogeneous and vacuum-free. But also bring a china and soft aesthetic with a feeling of leather under the hand.

This innovative material is part of new applications such as furniture, restaurant tables, worktops, kitchen doors, signage, coating or knife handles!