Soapstone is the common name for the naturally occurring stone known as steatite a magnesium rich metamorphic rock containing a high percentage of talc the same substance found in baby powder the softer varieties often called artistic soapstone actually have a silky soapy feel to them and may contain as much as 80 percent talc.
White kitchen soapstone counters.
It s limited in color from white to charcoal.
Soapstone does not stain.
In time or when applied with layers of mineral oil it could become dark enough that it almost looks all black.
The beauty of soapstone.
The warm look and cool feel of soapstone countertops add distinctive character.
The geology of soapstone.
Here the soapstone is paired with gray cabinets and that seems to make it a little darker.
If your kitchen or bathroom remodel wish list includes natural stone countertops consider eco sensitive soapstone.
The stone is a steatite stone that includes chlorite magnesite and dolomite.
Soapstone was used on the perimeter offering the aged traditional look you would find in a classic farm home.
It definitely makes the soapstone appear a little more fun.
The kitchen cabinets were consciously chosen in classic farmhouse style.
Soapstone counters are not harmed by hot pots citrus wine acids or chemicals.
Some soapstone counters like this kitchen peninsula design have very little subtle grain patterns.
Pure white and designed to reach the ceiling clean and simple inset doors with simple classic chrome hardware pulls make for an impressive statement.
With this kitchen you ve got a mix of the soapstone counters and butcher s block to get some contrast.
Don t expect a pristine white like quartz on soapstones.
Paired with the white it gives you both an elegant and a rustic look at the same time.
The only maintenance recommended not required is the mineral oil treatment to enhance the natural darkening process the stone goes through and to ensure the soapstone darkens evenly.
However that doesn t mean it won t stand up to the demands of the kitchen.
Here s a look at soapstone countertop pros and cons.
White kitchen cabinets contrasted with oil rubbed bronze pulls and a honed soapstone countertop are fitted with a sink paired with a pull out faucet mounted in front of a window framed by white shiplap and flanked by elkins sconces.