As a third-generation family business, Richloom is keenly aware of the need to be disciplined in our choices, respectful of the resources we use and diligent about our global impact. A fundamental guiding principle of the family is that of responsibility, and Richloom is responsible for not only the families who work with us, but also the communities we operate within worldwide. We recognize that any sustainability commitment is a living document that will constantly change, grow, and improve as the world evolves.
At our facilities in the Carolinas, over 75% of the corrugated cardboard used for retail packaging, tubes, and shipping samples is recycled. We reuse pallets, tubes, yarn cones, and encourage customers to recycle memos once the design process is complete.
At Richloom Weaving in High Point, NC, nearly all of our production process is completed in the Southeast - the majority within a 100-mile radius of the mill itself.
We have zero yarn waste; every yarn purchased ends up woven into a fabric.
Over 90% of the yarns we use are solution-dyed, virtually using no water during the manufacturing process of both yarn and fabric.
In 2022, we are instituting a memo return policy at our Distribution Center in Clinton, SC to encourage customers to return samples once the design process is complete.
Additionally, you can upcycle or donate your gently used samples to help reduce waste in the landfills.
As part of the family’s philanthropic initiative, Richloom will also be looking at programs where we can further have a beneficial impact on our communities through charity work and social repair.
To read more about our sustainability journey, click here.
