Compressed Paper Countertop. These materials are mixed compressed and baked at very high heat to create dense durable nonporous monolithic slabs. Composite paper countertops can mimic the look of stone but are softer and warmer.
The resin used is also eco-friendly non-toxic and biodegradable as it is made of bee and carnauba waxes. DURABLE High impact resistance deflective and flexural strength and structural capabilities make Richlite an. This makes it an attractive option for household countertop use.
You will appreciate this fact much more when you realize that the substrates underneath the laminated surface are actually compressed layers of plastic and paper.
Paper-based composite slabs have the look and feel of soft stone. Available in thicknesses ranging from ¼ inch to 2 inches. This makes it an attractive option for household countertop use. This mix is heated and compressed into a dense monolithic slab with a feel thats often compared to a warm soft stone like soapstone.
