Our Soapstones on the Moh’s scale DARK JULIA: 77 x 116-125 | Mohs: 3-4 (Ocean hued paired w/spherical veining) GRAPHITE BLACK/GREEN: 70 x 120 | Mohs: 4-5 (Flat black w/brilliant snow white veining) MARIANA/SANTA RITA: 70 x 112 | Mohs: 3 (Silky smooth grey w/fine crisp white veining) PA ORIGINAL: 75 x 120 + 76 x 127| Mohs: 4-5 (Velvet aqua grey w/whimsical…
Countertop rodding is a technique that is used for making a stone stronger. It’s embedding a 1/4″ fiberglass rod on the underside of the stone. This is necessary on any long narrow runs of counter or backsplash, the small section in the front and back of the sink cut out. And any natural materials with…
We are currently stocking a sandstone called Bentley Grey. It looks almost identical to concrete! Only these won’t crack, like concrete does! We currently have them in 3cm honed slabs that measure 73″ x 123″. Inquire about quantity or samples.
Heard of the term, but wondering what it is? Its basically a glorified term for scratching or an uneven appearance. Similar to a worn chalkboard or denim jeans. For some perspectives, the word patina will add character, and for some personality’s, they may see patina as old or not taken care of. Since we are from the…
In Washington state the most common thickness you’ll find is 3cm. However, if you’re needing a 4″backsplash, or a slab on the wall; you can ask your fabricator if they can gauge it down for you. They would then apply a fiberglass backing, for extra stability during transportation. They will also rod the stone with…
Did you know water makes soapstone look much busier & greener than oil does? Here are two examples with water and mineral oil. This particular kind shown is Graphite Black.
What is soapstone? Soapstone is the material of choice for countertops designed to take a beating. A durable and hardworking natural stone, that is virtually maintenance free. Is soapstone too good to be true? Look to science labs for the evidence. Here is a breakdown to help you decide, if this is the countertop material for…
Did you know that the first day of applying oil or wax to your soapstone will most likely be green? Don’t worry, this won’t last. It takes a day to oxidize the surface. The photo shows the 1st day of oil, which is the greenest & the busiest. The 2nd day, which is the darkest, least…
These ideas can go along with any stone, but especially the beloved soapstone. There are tons of extra or simple things that you can do with soapstone. Having a sink fabricated from the same stone slabs, as your countertops have been a popular option these days. You can also have a stone sink carved from…
Check out this Golden Violet, aka Fantastico vein-cut onyx. Only translucent in some areas. But it still is unbelievably gorgeous! It almost shines neon pink through the lighter areas.
WE JUST UNLOADED A BRAND NEW SOAPSTONE CALLED VALENTINO. SLAB SIZES ARE 3CM – 70 X 125
Our soapstone slabs are 3cm thick and average 120”x 74” in sizes but we occasionally carry larger slabs. Our soapstone sinks are farm sinks with either single bowl or double bowl or we can customize triple bowl soapstone sinks as well upon requested. Soapstone is a metamorphic rock, which is mainly composed by the mineral…
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