nonporous
Won't absorb moisture
Nonporous describes materials that don't allow liquids or gases to pass through.
Nonporous surfaces like glass, metal, and sealed stone resist absorption, making them easier to clean and sanitize: Nonporous countertops are ideal for food preparation.
The term contrasts with porous materials like wood or unglazed ceramic, which absorb moisture.
Unable to be affected
- impenetrableImpossible to pass through
- watertightPrevents liquid from passing
- airtightImpervious to atmosphere
- hermeticImpenetrably closed off
sealed · resistant · continuous · cohesive · solid · compact · undivided · uninterrupted
Coated with shiny finish
- varnishedCoated with clear gloss
- lacqueredCoated with hard gloss
- sealedClosed to prevent entry
- epoxyCatalyst-cured bonding compound
polyurethane · resin · laminated · waxed · shellacked · coated · finished · treated
Without roughness or difficulty
- polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished
- glossySmooth and shiny
- sleekSmooth and elegant
- hygienicClean and disease-preventing
sanitary · stain-resistant · waterproof · wipeable · impenetrable · seamless · sterile · clinical
Fired clay material
- glassTransparent solid from sand
- metalHard conductive solid
- graniteIgneous rock, quartz-rich
- marbleRecrystallized limestone rock
porcelain · stainless-steel · concrete · stone · quartz · slate · fiberglass · acrylic
Flat kitchen work surface
- tileFlat surface-covering piece
- flooringSurface underfoot material
- sinkBasin with drain
- bathtubFixture for soaking
tabletop · backsplash · worktop · benchtop · vanity · splashback
impervious
Unable to be affected
- impenetrableImpossible to pass through
- watertightPrevents liquid from passing
- airtightImpervious to atmosphere
hermetic · sealed · resistant · continuous · cohesive · solid · compact · undivided · uninterrupted · dense
glazed
Coated with shiny finish
epoxy · polyurethane · resin · laminated · waxed · shellacked · coated · finished · treated · anodized
smooth
Without roughness or difficulty
hygienic · sanitary · stain-resistant · waterproof · wipeable · impenetrable · seamless · sterile · clinical · low-maintenance
ceramic
Fired clay material
marble · porcelain · stainless-steel · concrete · stone · quartz · slate · fiberglass · acrylic · laminate
countertop
Flat kitchen work surface
bathtub · tabletop · backsplash · worktop · benchtop · vanity · splashback
- waterproofwaterproof, water resistant, water repellent, watertight, impermeable
- cookware featuresnonstick, oven safe, dishwasher safe, heat resistant, durable
- protective propertieswaterproof, fireproof, bulletproof, shatterproof, dustproof
- leak preventionwatertight, waterproof, caulk, airtight, caulking