Clean Bench Buyer’s Checklist for Mushroom Cultivation

✅ Bench Type

• ☐ Horizontal airflow (preferred for agar/jars)
• ☐ Vertical airflow (better if limited space or large bags)

✅ Size

• ☐ 2–3 ft (hobby scale)
• ☐ 4 ft (small farm scale)
• ☐ 6 ft+ (commercial/serious production)

✅ Filtration

• ☐ Certified HEPA filter
  • 99.97%+ efficiency @ 0.3 micron
• ☐ Pre-filter (extends HEPA life, saves money)
• ☐ Replaceable filter with easy access

✅ Airflow

• ☐ Consistent 0.3–0.5 m/s (60–100 ft/minute)
• ☐ Laminar, non-turbulent (no swirling air)
• ☐ Tested and certified airflow report from manufacturer

✅ Build Quality

• ☐ Stainless steel or smooth coated interior
• ☐ Rounded corners (no spore traps)
• ☐ Easy‑clean, chemical‑resistant surfaces