ADVANTAGES

Primarily composed of talc, soapstone is light blue/gray when fresh from the quarry, but its surface oxidizes over time, deepening in color and developing an attractive patina.

Unlike marble or granite, soapstone does not require a sealant to protect it from staining, so when you run your hand across its surface you feel the stone.

Yes. We can ship a small piece of soapstone on which you can apply mineral oil. Please use our contact form to provide us with the shipping address. A small fee may apply.

A soapstone countertop is solid rock that will last many lifetimes. It is so dense that it allows nothing to penetrate it, not even bacteria. It is impossible to stain. Heat will not affect it; it's used to build fireplaces. Apart from the initial treatment with mineral oil and the occasional wiping with the oil the countertops no extra care.

Yes, it will scratch when you try and it will scratch accidentally. The beauty of soapstone is that with a simple wipe with mineral oil, the small scratches are gone. If the scratch is more intense, a light sanding and mineral oil will be required. I have experienced many products in my twenty years building custom homes and I can honestly say that soapstone is a product that lasts forever with very little maintenance. Use it like we do - see photo.

It all depends on your project. We recommend that you check with the distributor nearest to you.
He will be in a better position to inform you about the various delays.