Designed for Education and Performance
Compact, Education, Worktops
Eaton Timber Solutions delivered a package of university laboratory worktops to Bolton University, supporting a new phase of development across their STEM learning environments. Each worktop was custom-designed to match the classroom configuration and meet the daily demands of science and technical learning.
Our work was part of a broader installation requiring robust, low-maintenance surfaces. Eaton Timber supplied compact laminate lab worktops engineered for high-frequency use, hygienic handling, and visual consistency across teaching areas.
Scope of Work
Fabrication and delivery of chemical-resistant university worktops
Installation-ready modules with integrated edge protection
Sizing and layouts adapted to classroom infrastructure
Coordination with the university’s facility design team
The project included both fixed lab teaching spaces and classroom demonstration benches. Surfaces were configured for use in chemistry, biology, and multi-use practical zones.
Technical Surface Features
All worktops delivered were specified with:
Edge-sealed lab work surfaces for water, chemical, and impact resistance
Scratch-resistant finishes for long-term durability
Easy-clean, non-porous laminate structure for hygiene
Heat and moisture tolerance in accordance with education sector standards
These materials allowed staff and students to use the space flexibly, confidently, and safely.
Why Choose Eaton Timber Solutions?
- UK-based supplier of worktops for university science labs
- Compact laminate experts with decades of technical experience
- High-quality materials manufactured to precise dimensions
- Trusted by higher education institutions nationwide
We used an 8mm Trespa Athlon solid laminate on a 30mm MDF core to give an extremely hard wearing surface. We then inlaid steel to allow welding to take place on the same worktop run.
Workstations were created for the students from the same material to give continuity to the design. The result is a functional and professional work area now the envy of other universities.
‘The idea was to incorporate RLR Motorsport Race Team at the university to build and develop cars, which offered a degree course running alongside the development and design.’
FAQs
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The worktops were used across chemistry and biology labs, teaching areas, and demonstration benches - supporting a variety of practical STEM learning activities.
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Compact laminate offers high durability, water and chemical resistance, and ease of cleaning - making it ideal for science labs and technical classrooms where daily wear is expected.
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Yes. Every surface was manufactured to the university’s exact specifications, with custom layouts and cut-outs to align with fixed classroom fixtures.
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Absolutely. They are engineered for heat and chemical resistance, and meet the performance requirements typical of education sector lab environments.
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Yes. We worked alongside the internal facilities and design team to ensure accurate planning, smooth delivery, and efficient installation.
Start a Project with Eaton Timber Solutions
If you're upgrading academic labs or planning a new fit-out,
Eaton Timber Solutions can support your design with compact laminate lab worktops and edge-sealed lab work surfaces for safe, long-term use.
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Give us a call or drop us a line and we’ll be more than happy to talk to you about your requirements.
