This material comprises approximately 93% “grit,” or chips, and 7% pigmented polyester resin. The grit, comprised of either quartz, porcelain, granite, glass, or mosaic, is crushed into nine different granule sizes. These granules are mixed with the pigmented polyester resin and spread onto a large sheet mold where the slab takes its shape. After finishing the surface to a high polish, the slab is fitted with a mesh backing and is either left intact or cut into standard or custom tiles. This product is suitable for high traffic areas. It is low maintenance with high scratch resistance and high thermal shock resistance. In addition, this etherium® By E-Stone product is the only engineered stone product to offer 24/7 Microban® protection. Microban® is a cutting-edge antimicrobial technology built into all etherium® By E-Stone surfaces during the actual manufacturing process. It has a long history of safe and effective use that lasts for the lifetime of a product.