How cost-effective are epoxy resin countertops?

Epoxy countertops provide some of the best value for the cost. Epoxy counters are mid-tier in terms of cost, while being one of the most well-rounded laboratory work surfaces available. When it comes to multipurpose use, epoxy counters are the best possible choice for labs on a budget. There is a lower overall cost for epoxy counters compared to specialized counter materials.

How long do epoxy resin countertops last?

Epoxy resin countertops can easily last 10+ years with proper care. Overall, epoxy counters have very high durability.

Do epoxy resin countertops stain?

Epoxy countertops will stain if spills are not adequately cleaned up. For this reason, black is the preferred color for epoxy countertops in laboratory settings.

Phenolic Resin Work Surfaces for Labs

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Phenolic resin is one of the most popular material countertop options. PSA Laboratory Furniture is the leading outfitter of new lab furniture including counters made from phenolic resin. We design and remodel labs to fit your needs.

What are phenolic resin countertops?

Phenolic resin countertops consist of a simple design where layers of craft paper are fused together to form a light-weight slab that remains incredibly durable. The resulting countertop is highly resistant to bacterial, fungal, and chemical substances. This specific type of countertop is popular in most high school or middle school science labs.

Cost-Effective counter materials

PSA Laboratory Furniture installs your new phenolic resin countertops along with the rest of your lab furniture. We work on a coordinated schedule to save time and money when setting up your counters. By getting your new lab design finished faster, you can get started working right away. The cost of phenolic resin is slightly lower than that of the epoxy resin. Keep in mind, this economic factor comes with the expense of a minor sacrifice in heat resistance.

Countertop Resistance and Cost Ratings

	Epoxy Resin	Phenolic Resin	Stainless Steel
Price Range	$$ - $$$	$$ - $$$	$$$ - $$$$
Applications	Varies	Varies	Selective
Material Overview	Sleek black surface that is generally durable and resistant to most lab environments.	Highly resistant, lightweight surface that is durable in most lab environments.	Premium option for durability, damage resistance and functionality.
Easily cleaned & maintained?	Yes	Yes	Yes
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	Butcher Block	Laminate
Price Range	$$ - $$$	$ - $$
Applications	Selective	Selective
Material Overview	Aesthetically appealing surface that can burn & scratch easily, can be repaired.	A cost-effective surface that can burn & scratch, but is mostly stain-resistant.
Easily cleaned & maintained?	No	No
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Professional Lab Design and Remodeling Services

American-made lab equipment is currently the best on the market. At PSA Laboratory Furniture there is a guarantee we will work with you to choose the correct equipment for your individual lab needs. The quality of materials used in our products combined with the attention to detail in everything that we do is drastically superior to our competitors. PSA Lab Furniture will continue to provide our quality services both domestic and worldwide.

We deliver and install your new lab furniture including your countertops. Submit your specs or request a CAD design to our project managers today.