What counts as a porous surface?

Porous surfaces (P) are made from materials that naturally have small holes, or pores, inside them. These pores allow the material to hold or absorb air, water, and other liquids. One general rule of thumb is that if a surface can absorb or allow liquid to pass through, it’s porous.

What are non-porous items?

What is a Non-Porous Surface?

• Plastic.
• Metal.
• Glass.
• Leather.
• Vinyl.
• Sealed tiles.
• Ceramics.
• Porcelain.

What is the best non-porous surface?

Quartz is an ideal material because it has the look and performance of stone such as granite or marble without the inherent weaknesses. It won’t stain and is non-porous. Therefore, it is low-maintenance and very easy to clean.

Are countertops porous?

Countertop Surfaces Natural stones, such as granite and marble, have pores and are considered porous surfaces. This means water, other liquids, and even bacteria can enter the countertops’ surface, even causing granite to darken or marble to stain.

Are cabinets porous?

Generally speaking, non-porous materials do not allow water or air to pass through. In the world of cabinetry, non-porous usually indicates one of the softwoods, such as cedar and pine, which are naturally non-porous. Non-porous woods are known for their relative inability to absorb stains evenly and readily.

Is marble non-porous?

Countertop Surfaces Natural stones, such as granite and marble, have pores and are considered porous surfaces. Solid surfaces, like DuPont’s Corian, and engineered quartz, such as Cambria and DuPont’sZodiaq, are naturally non-porous so they are able to block liquids and air without ever requiring a sealant.

Can a porous item be disinfected?

Porous means that an item is made or constructed of a material that has pores or openings. These items are absorbent. Some porous items can be safely cleaned, disinfected, and used again. Examples of porous items are towels, chamois, linens, and some nail files and buffers.

What is a non-porous surface?

Therefore, the term “non-porous” means the exact opposite. Instead of having pores, non-porous surfaces are smooth and sealed so liquid and air cannot move through it. On a countertop that is porous and not sealed, water will lay flat. However, on a non-porous or sealed surface, water will bead up.

Are curtains porous?

The big difference between porous and non-porous surfaces are their ability to hold water, air, or other liquids. Glass, metal, plastic, and varnished wood are examples of non-porous materials, while untreated wood, drapes, carpet, and cardboard are porous.