Soapstone
Soapstone is an ideal material for countertops, due to its high resistance to chemicals and its ability to absorb and distribute heat. It typically has a smooth feel and comes in a wide range of colors. It’s important to know that as this material ages, it will darken over time.
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Soapstone Countertops
Advantages
Disadvantages
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A rustic appearance of the natural stone
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Its environmentally friendly
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It’s a non-porous natural stone, stain resistance
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While it may appear soft, soapstone countertops do not crack easily
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Since soapstone countertops do not crack easily, they are more durable than other countertops made of natural stone. Its non-porosity feature also means that your soapstone countertops can serve you for a long period without requiring sealing
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Ease of cleaning and maintenance
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Heat resistance
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Since soapstone is a natural stone, it does not have a lot of patterns and colours
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While soapstone is non-porous, oily substances can significantly darken soapstone countertops
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Soapstone scratches easily
