About Us

Established in 1984, Exaclair, Inc. imports and distributes premium stationery and fine-art materials. Exaclair is a subsidiary of the Exacompta Clairefontaine Group, headquartered in Étival-Clairefontaine, France, and is the exclusive U.S. distributor of the group’s many fine brands.

More than 95% of our offerings are made in our own manufacturing facilities in Western Europe. This includes notebooks, journals, stationery, planners, fine art papers, oil and watercolor paints, pastels, and writing inks.

The Group proudly owns and produces many premium European and American brands including Blockx, Brause, Clairefontaine, Cernit, Décopatch, Exacompta, G. Lalo, Jacques Herbin, Rhodia, Quo Vadis, and Stillman & Birn.

Stationery

Notebooks, pads, and desk accessories for home, office, and school. Featuring paper manufactured at the Clairefontaine Paper Mill, established 1858.

Fine Art Writing

For writers, artists, and calligraphers, a selection of traditional writing instruments and accessories designed to perform beautifully on Clairefontaine paper.

Fine Art Papers

Following in Rembrandt’s footsteps, many of our fine art papers are manufactured at the historic Schut Paper mill, founded in 1618 in the Netherlands.

Fine Art Mediums

Premium art materials including inks, paints, pastels, and more, carefully curated to inspire creators at every level.

Sustainable Quality

The Ecological Choice

The Ecological Choice

Environmental protection is an integral part of our corporate strategy and has been for over 40 years. Our ongoing commitment to the efficient use of resources, recycling and waste reduction means that our performance often exceeds standard compliance measures.

Many of our products use recycled materials, are FSC and PEFC certified, and our tightly controlled supply chain minimizes waste.

The Quality Choice

The Quality Choice

For almost two centuries, Group Exacompta Clairefontaine products have been essential tools for creative people everywhere. Each item is thoughtfully designed and meticulously crafted to build connections to the creative process and inspire imagination.

Exaclair, Inc. brings the rich heritage of these
products to the U.S. market.