Every European Quartz counter achieves its uncompromising durability due to its key ingredient: pure, natural quartz, the toughest industrially processed material in the world, which comprises up to 93% of each slab. In comparison to marble, granite and laminate, European Quartz is highly stain resistant due to its non-porous surface quality. While other surfaces absorb small amounts of moisture from raw or untreated food, which can carry harmful bacteria, European Quartz surfaces are completely non absorbent and nonporous, so you and your family can prepare food in a completely safe environment. The extraordinary hardness and scratch-resistance of European Quartz counters also prevent chipping. No micro- fragments will get into your meals, which can happen with some softer materials.