6 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Kitchen Countertops
Kitchen countertops have been there and done that. They’re there for you when you spill all over them, when your kids chop vegetables or make food without a cutting board, and even when you stand on them to reach the items in the back of the top shelf. After the years of use (and abuse) […]
What’s Up With Soapstone Stoves and Fireplaces?
Soapstone is most often used for things like bathroom and kitchen countertops and indoor/outdoor floor tiles, or, sometimes a farmhouse sink. But if you have paid attention to home-improvement shows or looked through social media sites like Pinterest, you have probably seen soapstone used in some fantastic and unique ways! Some of our favorite less-conventional […]
Unexpected Uses for Soapstone
By now, you’ve almost certainly heard of the more common soapstone uses, like countertops or maybe a farmhouse sink. But soapstone is one of the more versatile home finish materials out there. It’s a bit softer than granite or marble, which makes it less prone to shattering or breaking when it’s being cut. Soapstone is […]
Surprising Health Benefits to Soapstone in Your Home
Keeping your home clean can be a major chore — but there’s no denying how important it is to do so! After all, bacteria and viruses can live for days or weeks on some surfaces. On top of that, regular cleanings help clear out allergens that could be causing respiratory issues and other health problems […]
Where Should I Not Use Soapstone? (And Why)
Here at Dorado Soapstone, we are all about the many many benefits of soapstone. If you ask us, it’s the ideal option for home finishes throughout the house, not just in the kitchen! But as much as we are major supporters of all things soapstone, even we can concede that there are occasionally some uses […]
Is Soapstone Good for Commercial Use?
More often than not, when someone mentions soapstone uses, the instinct is to think of kitchen countertops — specifically, soapstone countertops gracing a cozy home kitchen. But soapstone isn’t a “kitchens only” product; in fact, it’s got myriad uses that work for pretty much any room of the house. Want soapstone tile in your hallways? […]
Soapstone Uses: Throughout the House
When we talk about soapstone uses, the first image that conjures for most people is kitchen counters, or maybe a bathroom vanity top. But soapstone is so versatile that it can be used to breathe new life into pretty much any space in your home — including outdoor living spaces! If you’ve been following the […]
Soapstone Uses: The Bathroom
As we have mentioned in the past, soapstone is basically the ideal stone choice for just about any finish — yes, we feel that strongly about soapstone’s superiority! It can be used for everything from flooring to fireplace surrounds, and that’s on top of the versatility it provides in so many ways for the kitchen. […]
Cooking With Soapstone: Tips, Tricks, & More
Whether you are still in the process of kitchen renovations or you’ve recently added soapstone to your kitchen, that is an important investment. It makes sense that you want to do as much as you can to keep those new soapstone counters in great shape! If you’re on the hunt for soapstone in California, turn […]
Soapstone Uses: The Kitchen
In recent years, stone countertops have become increasingly popular. It’s not just marble and granite, either. Soapstone is just as versatile and beautiful — if not more so! If you’re looking to add some stone to your kitchens in a useful, durable, and aesthetically pleasing way, it’s time to look into soapstone. Here’s what you […]
