The following data files are provided: Summary of results: numerical values used to plot each figure in the manuscript, as well as single measurements for each parameter when applicable. Raw indentation data: the load vs. time curves obtained by spherical indentation for the dry and hydrated samples. CT Analysis: Ellipse fit data giving the pore size analysis for each condition, scaling analysis for calculation of percolation diameter, 3D analysis giving the specific surface area for each sample. Representative CT stacks: contains a 1 mm x 1 mm x 1 mm representative Micro-CT dataset, presented as a .tif file, for each control sample in the dry and hydrated/wet states. READ ME: A word document describing each file and its contents.