Choosing the right Science Table is important; you need to find one that can handle your daily tasks in the classroom, but also the table that fits your budget. Science tables come in many shapes, sizes, and perhaps most confusing, surfaces. While science tables are almost universally black, did you know that there are at least four general classes of table surfaces, each suited for different classroom settings? Knowing where your tables will be and what their primary use is will help direct you to the right kind of science table you need.