
Butcher Block
Edge grain maple (butcher's block) is a laboratory countertop material whose primary purpose is to serve for extremely physical or rough experiments. The main benefit of this particular laboratory countertop is its ability to undergo a lot of wear and tear while remaining cost effective.
Edge Grain Maple, also known as “butchers block”, is a countertop material consisting of wood coated in durakryl 102. This chemical is resistant to bleach, alcohol, and many other caustic substances. While incredibly sturdy, it should be noted this material displays poor chemical, heat, and moisture resistance. This should be taken into consideration for more delicate experiments that may be better off with stainless steel, or the multi-purpose epoxy resin countertops.
Butcher’s block is heavy, readily available, and incredibly simple to repair. This makes it a favorite medium for physical experiments where a great deal of cutting, smashing, or force may take place. Edge grain maple is the sturdiest material available.
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PSA Laboratory will strive to supply you with the best quality, American made laboratory materials for whatever your needs may be. Because of their simplistic repair, availability of materials, and general ease of use edge grain maple (butch block) countertops are extremely cost effective for labs.
When you work with PSA Laboratory Furniture, our team will assist you from the initial design phase all the way to installation. Contact us today for more information on expanding your lab with new countertops and equipment.