Understanding Soapstone Hardness: What You Need To Know
In this article, we’ll break down the facts about soapstone hardness, including its core traits, practical uses, and how to test its density and strength.
Category DIY Soapstone Countertops
Natural Stone Buying Guide: Comparing Soapstone Versus Quartz Versus Marble
Choosing a countertop is one of the most important decisions in a kitchen renovation. Our guide to stone countertops compares soapstone versus quartz and marble to help you select the right material for your design goals and maintenance preferences.
Why Soapstone Drainboards Are the Perfect Addition to Your Kitchen Countertops
When designing a functional and elegant kitchen, every detail matters—including how water drains from the surfaces near your kitchen sink. If you’re investing in soapstone countertops, especially when paired with soapstone sink, adding an integrated soapstone drainboard is a smart…
A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Soapstone Slab
Soapstone offers both beauty and durability, making it an excellent option for a wide range of applications. Whether you’re remodeling your kitchen, upgrading your bathroom, or working on a brand-new construction project, soapstone can provide the aesthetic and functional qualities…
Using Soapstone for Kitchen Renovations
A soapstone kitchen is the current sensation for home renovation projects. Replacing an old kitchen sink, countertop, backsplash, or floor tile with gorgeous soapstone turns an average space into a comfortable, modern space that looks like it could grace the…
How to Save Money on Soapstone
Soapstone is a popular material for home and commercial renovations. Brazilian quarried soapstone is easy to care for—simply wipe up spills when they occur—and does not require special sealants or treatments beyond optional oil treatment. Nonporous soapstone is acid-, heat-,…
Affordable Renovations With Soapstone DIY Countertops
Installing DIY soapstone countertops is easy for handy homeowners looking to add a personal touch to their kitchen, bathroom, or other living area. Skip the installation costs when you choose a soapstone slab or DIY countertop kit and install your…
Renovate & Save with DIY Soapstone Kitchen Counters
If the heart and soul of your home—the kitchen—is ready for some rehab, make it easier on yourself and your budget with DIY soapstone countertops. Most home renovations can be an expensive undertaking, and custom kitchens with professional installation are…
M. Teixeira DIY Soapstone Countertop Project Featured in Fine Homebuilding Magazine
Fine Homebuilding Magazine’s recent article, “Home Buyers Love Splurges in the Kitchen,” suggested that homeowners invest in high quality kitchen finishes before putting their home on the market. The kitchen has long been known as the heart of the home,…