I recently had some countertops redone with a engineered quartz (and recycled glass and shell) veneer; The base was thick MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard). This

I recently had some countertops redone with a engineered quartz (and recycled glass and shell) veneer; The base was thick MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard). This solves a few things 1. Significantly reduces stone transportation (import, from shop to location) 2. Reduces stone cutting (at 1/8" thickness, much quicker, easier to cut than 2" slab) (easier to fit in tight places, easier to fix with epoxy filler. 3. Reduces waste if and when it is shipped off.