nonporous
adjective
non·po·rous
ˌnän-ˈpȯr-əs 
: not porous
nonporous surfaces
nonporous rock
nonporous wood
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Some cleaning wipes intended for use on hard, nonporous surfaces can also be used to clean fabric and leather backpacks.
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2024
Bon Ami, Bar Keepers Friend, and The Pink Stuff are mild abrasives that are particularly effective at removing mineral and rust stains from hard, nonporous surfaces.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2024
When working with dye or food coloring, be sure to use bowls and spoons made from nonporous material.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2024
Clorox® Disinfecting Mist is a disinfecting and sanitizing solution that comes in a travel size and effectively kills 99.9% of bacteria and viruses on hard nonporous surfaces and sanitizes soft surfaces.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 14 Dec. 2023
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Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2024
Bon Ami, Bar Keepers Friend, and The Pink Stuff are mild abrasives that are particularly effective at removing mineral and rust stains from hard, nonporous surfaces.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Aug. 2024
When working with dye or food coloring, be sure to use bowls and spoons made from nonporous material.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2024
Clorox® Disinfecting Mist is a disinfecting and sanitizing solution that comes in a travel size and effectively kills 99.9% of bacteria and viruses on hard nonporous surfaces and sanitizes soft surfaces.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 14 Dec. 2023
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“Nonporous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nonporous. Accessed 2 Oct. 2024.
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