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Monsoon Wave Soapstone Countertop Project

admin — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 21:28:49 +0000

We just heard from one of our customers in upstate New York that installed our beautful Monsoon Wave soapstone countertop. We wanted to share with you the photos she sent us of her new kitchen.

Monsoon Wave Soapstone Kitchen Countertop

Monsoon Wave Soapstone Countertop with Built-in Drainboard

“We are very, very happy with the counter and with everyone we dealt with at Teixeira–with the entire experience, in fact, from my first contact with you–your patient responses to my questions, our visit to Hackensack to choose the stone, the promptness and courtesy of your workmen on the scheduled days at our house and most of all their gorgeous workmanship! Everyone was so nice from beginning to end.” Miriam B., Chappaqua, New York

New! Soapstone Subway Tile

admin — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 19:39:56 +0000

If you are looking for a practical and attractive choice for your kitchen backsplash or bathroom walls, M. Teixeira Soapstone now has the perfect solution. You will be pleased to see that we carry 3″ x 6″ soapstone subway tile. The impervious quality of soapstone makes these distinctively beautiful tiles durable, stain-proof, and completely resistant to chemical reactions. Subway tiles can add a modern twist or a traditional classic touch to any space.

Soapstone Subway Tile

M Teixeira Soapstone Kitchen Sink Featured on Calfinder.com

admin — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:00:47 +0000

We were pleased to learn that our soapstone sink products were featured on Calfinder.com, a web site that connects homeowners with contractors. According to recent article on soapstone kitchen sinks posted on the site, “High durability and low maintenance make M. Teixeira Soapstone’s washbasins sought-after, especially now that the natural stone is making a comeback.” The articles reinforces the durability and longevity of soasptone. Our soapstone kitchen sinks are carved from a solid block of quality soapstone.

New Product! Large Single Bowl Barroca Soapstone Sink

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:24:33 +0000

Just added to our online store is a large single bowl Soapstone sink made from Barroca soapstone. The sink measures 33″ x 18 1/2″ x 10″ (OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS). Priced at $850.00 includes shipping. This is a great value. For more information and to place your order online visit our soapstone sink sale page.

Barroca Soapstone Single Bowl Sink

Handcarved Soapstone Sink – Price Just Reduced

admin — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:12:43 +0000

Our Soapstone Mumbai Gray Solid Block Sink has just been reduced to $1,295. This hand carved sink is carved from a single piece of soapstone. The sink measures 36″ x 18 1/2″ x 10″ . For more information visit our soapstone sinks sale page.

EPA Certified Soapstone Wood Stove by M. Teixeira Soapstone

admin — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 20:26:32 +0000

A great option for a free-standing fireplace is a soapstone woodstove. The stove is comprised of an EPA Certified cast iron fire box insert surrounded by a soapstone veneer. The stone retains the heat and makes the stove super efficient. You can purchase all of our wood stove fireplaces online or call our office to place you order. We also carry soapstone masonry heaters. These are built solely of soapstone, 100% both inside and out, while the soapstone wood stoves, have a cast iron insert that is covered with soapstone.

: Vulcan Soapstone Wood Stove

How to Decorate Your Soapstone Kitchen Countertop

admin — Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:23:25 +0000

Now that you are enjoying your beautiful soapstone kitchen countertop it’s time to get to work, clear the clutter and enhance the look of your entire kitchen.

The first order of business is to stow away those appliance that you don’t use on a daily basis. The ones that come to mind include the bread maker, crock-pot, rice maker, espresso machine, and yes the George Forman grill. You know the culprits.

Now that your space is cleared here are a few decorating ideas to get you started:

Candles always add warmth and coziness to any space. Purchase a pair of inexpensive glass hurricane lamps, add a candle, and surround it with materials that reflect the season. Cranberries, lentils, beans, sand, and coffee beans all look natural and beautiful.
Keep your dish soap in a soap dispenser or pretty glass bottle.
If you use bar soap next to your sink, take a small shallow dish, fill it with small pebbles or glass stones (from the craft store) to create a unique soap dish.
A small bouquet of fresh flowers will bring the outside inside. Also consider a few pots of herbs near the window.
A mini table-scape on the serving tray can be practical as well as decorative. Try two coffee cups, a sugar bowl, decorative napkins, and spoons. For wine lovers, a few wine glasses and a bottle of wine can do the trick.
A bowl or basket of seasonal fresh fruits and vegetables such as apple, squash, oranges, peppers, lemons and limes can add a splash of color especially to corner spaces.

When you are all done, sit back and enjoy your new soapstone kitchen countertop.