Soapstone doesn’t stain: Soapstone is non-porous, which means it won’t stain and you don’t have to worry about bacteria growing like you do with other countertop materials.

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If you do a lot of cooking at home, your countertop should be made from a material which can accommodate that. Here's why soapstone is a great candidate.

Because soapstone is a naturally occurring stone, it is only available in its natural color palette. If a dark countertop isn't your color of choice, then this may be a con for you.

Architectural-grade soapstone, called Steatite, is used for countertops and sinks. It has a lower talc content and is harder than artist-grade soapstone, which is used for carving.

Soapstone is extremely durable, but use the same TLC and common sense you'd use with any countertop: Use a cutting board for chopping and wash periodically with warm, soapy water.

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Materials and equipment to make a 4-by-4-foot island countertop would cost about $600, including the $350 Cheng Design Products Neomix kit of additives and diamond pads to polish the finished product.

Soapstone has been used in homes for centuries, but designers predict it will experience a major resurgence in 2025. With the shift away from spaces dominated by light neutrals and all-white tones ...