Glass countertops do not absorb bacteria or odors like stones and some solid surfaces, yet they can be colored nearly any color or texture and cut to your specifications with few limitations. Back colored glass has a wonderful depth than cannot be achieved with other countertop materials. Tempering is also available for commercial and residential applications where building codes may require or where utility surface strength is required although we at Curvet USA believe normal plate glass is a better alternative, read about the differences and decide for yourself on our glass page.