Looking at the possibility of using Richlite for a kitchen counter. Anyone have experience with this product?
If so, is it hard to work? Any special tools needed? How durable?
Thanks
Bruce
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Greetings Hiker,
This post, in response to your question, will bump the thread through the 'recent discussion' listing again which will increase it's viewing.
Perhaps it will catch someone's attention that can help you with advice.
Cheers
Thanks for the bump rez
bump
PMP
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I liked the idea and look of it - until I got the samples. Scratches really easily - no scrubbers allowed or you'll lose the whole sheen of the surface. That was enough to scare me away - that would never fly in this house! Since it was eliminated on the first test I never got to stain testing.
If you are serious about Richlite it is definately worth the the $ to get the samples.
I was concerned about the durability. I think I'll pass on this one for now.
Thanks for the info.
Bruce