karlite offers all the qualities of a high-end translucent solid surface, while ensuring a more responsible way of making and using materials.
Dimensions
Standard size: 1000 x 1000 mm (39.37 x 39.37 inch)
Thickness: 19 mm (0,75 inch)
Weight: approx. 27kg (59,5 lb)
Properties
✓ suitable for wet area
✓ above average UV-resistance
✓ above average fire-resistance
✓ heat stable
✓ fully recyclable
Bespoke
Everything is possible. If you can’t find the colour or transparency you’re looking for, we will develop a new material with you.
Interested in a bespoke solution? Contact us.
By closely examining the specific needs of your project, we create tailored solutions, from development to logistics, ensuring that every aspect of our products and services aligns perfectly with your goals.
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Our panels are not available for direct purchase online.
Customers will receive a non-binding quotation based on specific project. As most of our products are made to order, we issue a 50% deposit upfront to begin production.
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Small orders from the collection can usually be shipped within 2 weeks. Standard cutting, milling, chamfering and simple finishing can usually be done within 3 weeks. For larger orders (20+m2) please get in touch through our contact form well in advance so we can make sure to meet your deadline. All sales are subject to “Plasticiet standard terms and conditions”.
Generally, karlite orders are ready to ship within 2 to 6 weeks and Mother of pearl orders within 4 to 8 weeks.
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Step 1
Start by filling in our contact form with the details of your project. We review each request, offer advice where needed, and help shape your idea into a clear proposal. Once the project has taken form, we’ll provide you with a non-binding quotation.
Step 2
For bespoke materials we’ll issue custom samples based on your clean waste source. Collaborative designs will
Step 3
We’ll begin production once you’re satisfied with the quotation and, for bespoke orders, with the provided samples.
Your order is carefully packed in a custom made FSC-certified crate suited for export, we can arrange transport worldwide. More information on lead times below.
All sales are subject to “Plasticiet general terms and conditions”.
100% recycled and made to last. And when it eventually reaches the end of its life, it remains 100% recyclable.
We work exclusively with local suppliers across the Benelux to source high-grade transparent plastics, primarily originating from car headlight production.
carefully sourced
shredded
all reclaimed plastics are shredded to a uniform size and transported to our facility in Delft
we pigment our materials using only natural mineral based pigments that are processed locally in the netherlands
pigmented
ingredients are mixed together in small batches to ensure the highest standard of quality control and under high pressure and heat we transform the raw ingredients into sheet materials.
processed
karlite chalk evokes the soft elegance of the chalk cliffs found along Europe’s coasts, its colour derived from a pigment made of one of Earth’s most abundant natural materials. With a subtle translucency, it glows beautifully when backlit, while its light tone and natural texture make it an ideal choice for worktops and interior surfaces.
Karlite Jade carries a subtle freshness, like light filtering through onyx, or you guessed it: Jade. Its muted green tone feels both modern and organic, adding a sense of ease and clarity to any space. Softly translucent, it shifts with the light and brings a quiet vitality to the surfaces it defines.
Karlite Glacial captures the quiet clarity of ice and northern light. Its pale blue tone feels cool and weightless, with a gentle translucency that reveals depth beneath the surface. Serene yet striking, it brings a sense of stillness and balance to any interior.
Karlite Chestnut carries the depth and richness of dark wood, with a subtle warmth that reveals itself in the light. Its tone feels grounded and sophisticated, offering a natural sense of stability and calm. Perfect for interiors that seek quiet strength and timeless presence.
Karlite Sienna radiates warmth and depth, recalling the rich tones of clay and sunbaked earth. Its gentle translucency gives it a soft inner glow, bringing a sense of calm and permanence to any interior. Balanced between natural and contemporary, it’s a colour that quietly commands attention.
Karlite Quartz carries a soft blush tone with a quiet, mineral-like depth. Its gentle translucency catches the light in subtle ways, giving the surface a calm yet sophisticated character. Elegant and contemporary, it brings a sense of warmth and refinement to any setting.
Karlite Pomegranate exudes richness and depth, with a deep red hue that feels both grounded and vibrant. Its translucent warmth catches the light softly, revealing a subtle inner glow. Bold yet refined, it brings a sense of character and quiet intensity to any setting.
suitable for wet areas
Non-porous and highly resistant to moisture, Karlite is an excellent choice for kitchens, bathroom and other environments where water is present.
UV resistance
Uncoated polycarbonate sheets typically last 5–7 years outdoors before showing signs of yellowing. With a UV-protective coating, up to 10–15 years. We do not recommend outdoor use.
fire
resistance
Polycarbonate has natural flame retardant properties, offering greater safety compared to many other recycled plastics.
heat
stability
Karlite remains stable up to around 120 °C, making it well suited for kitchens and everyday use, including contact with hot water.
fully recyclable
Karlite is made from 100% recycled polycarbonate and can be reprocessed at the end of its life, ensuring it remains part of a truly circular material cycle.
We’ve eliminated the need for any backing material, allowing Karlite to stand strong on its own.
Karlite is a solid surface material for architecture and design, combining durability with quiet elegance. Its 19mm thickness gives it structure and allows it to stand independently without backers. Rather than trying to look sustainable, Karlite quietly embodies a different way of thinking about materials, production and use while remaining fully recyclable.
karlite bespoke
We're able to develop custom Karlite colors with different levels of translucency based on your wishes.
1. Share your reference Send us a RAL or Pantone color, a brief visual description and the desired level of translucency. Sketches, renders and moodboards help us understand the context of your project.
2. We create your samples We produce eight samples in four tonal variations of your selected color. Four are sent to you and four are archived in our material library for reference.
3. Select and refine Choose the sample that works best for your project. If adjustments are needed we repeat the process until we reach the result that fits best.
