School Science Furniture: Everything you need for the perfect science lab

There is much more to choosing the right school furniture for a science classroom than meets the eye. Cheap and ineffective furniture may seem more attractive in the short term, however long term investments in high-quality products are almost always more cost-effective.
As a leading school furniture supplier, Benchmark Products are experienced in designing, manufacturing and installing fully functional science lab furniture for the school environment. In this article, we will cover the considerations you need to make and what furniture you need to create the perfect science lab for schools.
What to consider for science lab furniture?
While some might believe that choosing the furniture for any environment is simple, there are actually plenty of considerations to factor in, including:
- The layout of your classroom: Depending on the size of your classroom you will need to consider the quantity and size of your chosen furniture.
- The furniture you need: Consider exactly what you need for the classroom whether that be worktops, lab fittings or fume cupboards.
- The colour scheme of the environment: Colour plays an important role in any interior design, however, the effects of colour schemes can be detrimental to students if not chosen carefully. Encourage a comfortable and calm atmosphere with cool tones and avoid overstimulating bright colours like yellow or red. Benchmark’s visualiser tool is a great resource that can help you to find the right colour scheme for your project.
We’ve also covered all the consideration factors for science lab furniture in much more detail in another article.

Which science classroom furniture do you need?
The furniture needed for a science lab may seem obvious, but there is a vast range of different options available to suit the needs of different students and teachers. Further to that you also need to consider the aesthetics and quality of the furniture in question.
While every school science lab can differ, the basic furniture typically remains the same. Let’s explore the essentials further…
Science Laboratory Worktops
Perhaps the most important item in any school science lab, worktops are where most of the work is carried out and, in turn, are subjected to the most use. With that in mind, you should consider work surfaces that are chemical resistant, particularly in the case of science lab furniture as many of the tasks being undertaken will expose the worktops to substances that have the potential to cause permanent damage.
For most laboratory environments we recommend using Trespa Toplab Base or Trespa Toplab Plus solid grade laminate worktops as a minimum. Other options can include Velstone solid surface material or solid Epoxy Resin worktops.
Science Laboratory fittings
Gas and electricity supply, sinks and water taps are also a key requirement in any science lab, both to support and comply with the curriculum criteria and for safety.
When you choose Benchmark as your school laboratory furniture supplier, we always endeavour to provide a full and comprehensive package that includes all the relevant lab fittings you need, along with height-adjustable DDA furniture to meet the requirements of the Disability Discrimination ACT (DDA).
Classroom configurations
While not technically furniture, the layout of your classroom can be equally as important. According to Teacher Magazine, seating arrangements do have an effect on students.
With that in mind, Benchmark supply school science lab furniture that can be equipped in zones or pod arrangements to allow efficient group activity. We work closely with the designers, architects and contractors to achieve the best workable solutions to meet your needs.
Where to get science lab furniture for schools?
Benchmark has been supplying school furniture in the UK for over 15 years and in that time we have worked with a number of contractors to deliver high-quality furniture to the education sector.
We don’t compromise on quality and with our in-house manufacturing capabilities, we have 100% control over all stages of the process which gives us room to create innovative products. With our comprehensive science lab furniture package, you’ll have everything you need to create a productive, inspirational and fully functional science lab that can be delivered on time and installed quickly.
Do you have a project that requires high-quality science lab furniture? Simply contact us today by giving us a call on 01953 889 603 or send us an email at enquiries@benchmarkproducts.co.uk
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This article was written by Dean Fryer, Estimator at Benchmark FF&E Solutions since 2012.

Passionate about collaboration between sub-contractors on site and a demonstrated history in assisting building contractors and architects with producing comprehensive and definitive schedules at pre-tender and pre-contract stage, Dean is an invaluable asset to Benchmark Products and contributes towards the end goal of perfect delivery every time.