Soapstone Countertops

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A Soapstone countertop is a popular choice because they are heat resistant and non-porous. This makes it ideal for kitchens, where hot pots and pans can be placed directly on the surface without damaging it. Soapstone is also resistant to staining, so spilled red wine or coffee won’t ruin your countertop

Options – Choose from many options that make your countertop truly custom:
  • Finish– Polish or Honed
  • Edge Profiles
  • Splash – Set On or Tile
  • Sink Type – Top Mount, Under Mount and Farmhouse

Stain Resistance – A soapstone countertop does not stain. There is absolutely no need for a stone sealer. Common household cleaners are recommended. Mineral oil treatment is our only recommendation but not required. Mineral oil brings out the beauty of the stone.

Heat Resistance – Soapstone is heat proof. It will not be harmed by hot pots or pans.

Cutting, Etching and Abrasion – Soapstone is a soft stone. It will scratch. The beauty of soapstone lends itself well with the natural patina achieved over time. Slight scratches tend to disappear with mineral oil. Deeper scratches can be sanded. If you do not like a natural patina, soapstone is not for you.

Impact – Although soapstone can withstand impact, if a hard impact does occur, edges can chip.

Food Safe – Soapstone countertops are extremely dense. It’s a material that has been used in laboratories for decades. Soapstone will not absorb water or other cooking liquids, making it food safe. Soapstone is NSF approved for use in commercial food preparation areas.

Test your soapstone before you make your selection. Not all soapstone is the same.  Use the test below to determine the suitability of your soapstone slab selection.


Soapstone Suitability Tests

Lemon Test – The lemon test is to determine the ability of your soapstone to resist etching.  Follow the steps below:

  • Place a wedge of lemon or lime, cut side down, on the sample overnight.
  • Wipe the sample in the morning and hold it at an angle to the light.
  • Check for a rough spot where the lemon was placed.
  • Etching will appear dull and rough.

Etches normally occur where calcium or calcite is present in the make-up of the stone. If your sample reacts to the lemon wedge, we DO NOT recommend this for your kitchen.

Water Absorption Test – Test the suitability of your soapstone to resist water absorption. The tighter the grain the less absorption.;

Follow these steps:

  • Place a few small drops of water on the sample
  • Let stand for about 15 minutes.
  • Wipe excess water.

If the soapstone sample absorbed the water as soon as you put it on, DO NOT use this soapstone. A quality sealer would help prevent some absorption but would require constant maintenance.

If there is still a bit of water left on the surface, it will be suitable for your kitchen. We recommend a sealer for all soapstone.

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