Laboratory Countertops and Bench Tops
Today’s laboratory needs must meet the highest international standards and comply with rigorous codes. Therefore, selecting the right laboratory countertop material is of crucial importance in an environment where tests and experiments must not be contaminated. Factors for choosing a laboratory countertop include hygiene, cleanliness, chemical and stain resistance and are essential to the longevity of the laboratory countertop.
Lab Furniture and Fume Hoods Inc. can help you successfully choose from a wide variety of laboratory countertop and bench top materials for a solution that meets your needs for durability and budget. We can combine different materials to successfully create bench tops and countertops to meet specific applications and specifications. We also offer a variety of lab accessories to pair with your countertop including lab sinks, faucets and fixtures.
Laboratory Countertop Materials
- Phenolic Resin
- Epoxy Resin
- Stainless Steel
- Edge Grain Maple
- High Pressure Plastic Laminate
For help choosing the right laboratory countertops and designing your laboratory, contact LFFH Inc. or call us at (262) 204-7600. We offer free, no obligation laboratory design services.
PHENOLIC RESIN LABORATORY COUNTERTOPS
Our phenolic resin laboratory countertops are ideal for multi-purpose laboratories. Learn More
| Investment | MEDIUM $$$ |
| Appearance | Low sheen finish – black and colors |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent |
| Heat Resistance | Good – Maximum 350° F (176° C) |
| Impact Resistance | Good |
| Moisture Resistance | Excellent |
| Bacteria Resistance | Excellent |
| Suggested Areas of Use | Excellent performance in all areas without extreme heat loads. |
LABORATORY EPOXY RESIN COUNTERTOPS
Our epoxy resin countertops are attractive, durable and reasonably priced,providing optimum physical and chemical resistance. Learn More
| Investment | HIGH $$$ |
| Appearance | Low sheen finish – black and colors |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent |
| Heat Resistance | Excellent |
| Impact Resistance | Good |
| Moisture Resistance | Excellent |
| Bacteria Resistance | Excellent |
| Suggested Areas of Use | Excellent performance in all areas |
STAINLESS STEEL LABORATORY COUNTERTOPS
Our stainless steel laboratory countertops & bench tops are remarkably versatile with many applications in the lab. Learn More
| Investment | HIGH $$$$$ |
| Appearance | Smooth Satin Finish |
| Chemical Resistance | Good |
| Heat Resistance | Discolors at High Temperatures |
| Impact Resistance | Excellent |
| Moisture Resistance | Superior |
| Bacteria Resistance | Excellent |
| Suggested Areas of Use | High moisture areas; biological laboratories; areas exposed to water and abrasion. |
EDGE GRAIN MAPLE LABORATORY COUNTERTOPS
Edge grain maple bench tops, also known as butcher block, are robust and forgiving in physically demanding environments. The finish, DURAKRYL 102, is a tough, acrylic coating that repels alcohol, bleach and most household solvents. This is one of the few materials that can take hard wear and tear, be resurfaced or repaired without any special tools or particular skill, and end up looking as great as ever. Keep in mind that this material is ideal for physical testing environments. It is suitable for use in biological areas, but has poor chemical resistance properties.
| Investment | MEDIUM HIGH $$$$ |
| Appearance | Natural Wood |
| Chemical Resistance | Poor |
| Heat Resistance | Good |
| Impact Resistance | Excellent |
| Moisture Resistance | Poor |
| Bacteria Resistance | Poor |
| Suggested Areas of Use | Physical testing areas of the lab with minimal chemical, moisture or bacteria exposure. It is wood and will burn – no open flame. |
HIGH PRESSURE PLASTIC LAMINATE LABORATORY COUNTERTOPS
High pressure plastic laminate laboratory countertops are budget-friendly and work well in many areas. Laminate laboratory countertops are simply a “face” layer of plastic secured to a core under elevated temperature and pressure. The properties of the “face” layer can vary and different “grades” of laminate tops are available.
| Investment | LOW $ |
| Appearance | Low sheen finish – black and colors |
| Chemical Resistance | Poor |
| Heat Resistance | Fair |
| Impact Resistance | Fair |
| Moisture Resistance | Poor |
| Bacteria Resistance | Good |
| Suggested Areas of Use | Excellent Performance in Dry Areas |
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