Since 2016 we’ve transformed post-consumer plastics into refined materials. Our experience in art production and focus on full-lifecycle impact led to Karlite—a solid surface made from discarded headlights. With natural tones, resin-level finishes, structural thickness, and full recyclability, Karlite offers a quieter, more considered approach to sustainable material design.
jade
sienna
pommegranate
glacial
quartz
chestnut
100x100cm
19mm
furniture pieces
chalk
custom colours
Water resistant
Non-porous and highly resistant to moisture, Karlite is an excellent choice for kitchens, bathroom and other environments where water is present.
UV resistant
Though we do not recommend outdoor use, sheets can last 7 years outdoors before showing wear which is plenty for indoor appliances. With a UV-coating this can be extended to over 15 years.
Dutch made
Our workshop in Delft handles the production of all our sheet materials as well as the manufacturing of furniture and collectible art pieces.
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.
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Our panels are not available for direct purchase online. Please get in touch with us through the contact page.
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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Generally, Karlite orders are ready to ship within 2 to 6 weeks.
Small orders: Karlite collection pieces can usually be shipped within 2 weeks.
Large orders: For lead times of 20+ m2, please get in touch through the contact page.
Fabrication: For small orders, standard cutting to size including milling, chamfering and edge finishing can usually be done within 3 weeks. For larger orders please get in touch through our contact form well in advance so we can make sure to meet your deadline.
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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: We’ll begin production once you’re satisfied with the quotation
Step 3: Your order is carefully packed in a custom made FSC-certified crate suited for export. We can arrange transport worldwide.
All sales are subject to Plasticiet general terms and conditions.
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We're able to develop custom Karlite colors with different levels of translucency based on your wishes.
Step 1. 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.
Step 2. 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.
Step 3. 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.
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Our machine shop in Delft has all machines necessary to make finished furniture pieces. From design to production, our team handles everything. Share your idea with us, and we’ll build it with you.
