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-,…
Margarida is a charcoal gray soapstone variety with plenty of stark white veins that flow throughout the surface. The abundant veining pattern in Margarida resembles an intricate spider web, leading to the nickname Spider Soapstone. Once treated with wax or…
Natural stone is a strong, durable building material that has been used for centuries in statues, walls, floor tiles, and outdoor fixtures. More durable than artificial products that mimic their design, but can’t match the strength, soapstone, granite, and marble…
A very common question in the soapstone market for use in countertops is why this rock “absorbs” mineral oil when is supposed to be non-porous? We have two concepts that must be discussed to clarify this question. Absorption, in the concept…
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Marine Black “Soapstone” is a name you should watch out for… Soapstone is trending, and for good reason: its resilient qualities make it an excellent choice for sinks, kitchen…
Each of our nationwide warehouses has been receiving gorgeous soapstone slabs from the Barroca quarry. The stone pictured here is from a recent lot of Barroca™ soapstone from this region and shows the traditional, quiet design that’s often quarried from…
There have been some rumors out there about companies who own quarries, who mine different varieties of soapstone, etc. As a native of the soapstone region of Brazil and a current part-time resident of the area, I would like to…
There are a lot of questions, rumors, myths, and misinformation about the hardness of soapstone. I’d like to inform you about the facts of this stone, its characteristics, its hardness and uses, and how to test it so you are…
To fully enjoy your beautiful soapstone kitchen countertops, it’s time to clear the clutter and bring in decorative elements to enhance the look of your entire kitchen. The first order of business is to stow away any appliances you don’t…