nonporous
adjective
non·po·rous
ˌnän-ˈpȯr-əs 
: not porous
nonporous surfaces
nonporous rock
nonporous wood
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Surface The most potent disinfectant sprays are meant to be used on hard, nonporous surfaces, such as toilets, bathtubs and sinks.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
This might be attributed to the fact that glass is nonporous and easy to clean.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 27 Mar. 2025
How long cold germs can live on surfaces is variable; for example:
Studies have found that rhinoviruses (which can cause the common cold) can live on hard, nonporous surfaces for several hours to days in some cases.
—Jennifer Welsh, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
Why Choose Ceramic? Ceramic dishes have the benefit of being nonporous, which is great for keeping them clean and hygienic.
—Katie Akin, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2025
This might be attributed to the fact that glass is nonporous and easy to clean.
—Monica Cull, Discover Magazine, 27 Mar. 2025
How long cold germs can live on surfaces is variable; for example:
Studies have found that rhinoviruses (which can cause the common cold) can live on hard, nonporous surfaces for several hours to days in some cases.
—Jennifer Welsh, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2025
Why Choose Ceramic? Ceramic dishes have the benefit of being nonporous, which is great for keeping them clean and hygienic.
—Katie Akin, Southern Living, 9 Mar. 2025
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“Nonporous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonporous. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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