soapstone
noun
soap·stone
ˈsōp-ˌstōn 
: a soft stone having a soapy feel and composed essentially of talc, chlorite, and often some magnetite
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Choose the right sink material for you There are several common sink materials, including stainless steel, acrylic, granite, quartz, enamel, porcelain, fireclay, soapstone, copper, natural stone, natural quartz and marble.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Most natural stone counters should be sealed at least once a year to protect them, while butcher block and soapstone can be shined up with mineral oil.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
On the flip side, listings that mention natural materials, like soapstone countertops or white oak flooring, can sell for up to 3.5% more.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
Insider tip Bring home soapstone carvings, recommends luxury travel outfitter Black Tomato’s Sunil Metcalfe, who’s just launched an itinerary focused on the island to coincide with the new air route.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Most natural stone counters should be sealed at least once a year to protect them, while butcher block and soapstone can be shined up with mineral oil.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2025
On the flip side, listings that mention natural materials, like soapstone countertops or white oak flooring, can sell for up to 3.5% more.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 July 2025
Insider tip Bring home soapstone carvings, recommends luxury travel outfitter Black Tomato’s Sunil Metcalfe, who’s just launched an itinerary focused on the island to coincide with the new air route.
—Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 14 Apr. 2025
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“Soapstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soapstone. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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soapstone
noun
soap·stone
ˈsōp-ˌstōn
: a soft stone having a soapy feel and composed essentially of talc, chlorite, and often some magnetite
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