Countertops: Soapstone
by Susan Winner
Kitchen & Bath Editor

COUNTERTOPS: Soapstone

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Custom Soapstone Countertop with Sink
from Vermont Soapstone
 




Soapstone (Steatite), a material that has been used in kitchens for centuries, achieves a traditional, rustic look.




  • Soapstone is primary composed of talc, making it soft and smooth to the touch.
  • Chemically and thermally resistant to stains and burning.
  • Reapplying a coat of mineral oil periodically will enhance its luster and act as a sealer.
  • Originally mined in Vermont, most soapstone is imported from Brazil in a range of blue/gray tones.
  • From $55 per square foot fabricated.
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