Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Material of the Week: Paperstone 08.31.09

Paperstone is an innovative surface material that can be applied in various ways including counter tops and rainscreens.

Paperstone offers a few types of surface materials, made of 100% recycled post-consumer recycled cardboard, 100% post-consumer recycled paper, or virgin fiber. All types are manufactured with a petroleum-free resin.

The 'Certified' type, made of 100% post-consumer recycled paper is certified by the Smartwood program of the Rainforest Alliance to the Forest Stewardship Council standards.

Paperstone boasts steel-like strength in span and a workability similar to that of wood.

To learn more about Paperstone, visit their site by clicking here.








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