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

Do you want to remodel your kitchen while sticking to a budget? One of these affordable countertop materials may just be ...

Soapstone is a perfect choice for countertops. "It is nonporous, heat-resistant, antibacterial and most of all beautiful. I love to use it on kitchen countertops, bars, and farm sinks," says Cyndy ...

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.

My soapstone countertops, when wet or oiled, look a dark green. Be very careful when buying soapstone. Only work with a supplier or fabricator you know uses that stone.

The kitchen is probably the hardest working room in your house. It's the main gathering spot for family and friends, and it's used for everything from preparing meals to doing ...

Soapstone is a natural material that is a beautiful option for bathroom and kitchen countertops, its dark hue adding character and movement to any space. Beyond its beauty, soapstone is also a ...

We've tested and reviewed products since 1936. Read CR's review of the Soapstone (mineral oil finish) countertop to find out if it's worth it.

Former professional chef Carrie Bader is so successful in the kitchen that her husband, Jerry, sometimes photographs the meals she prepares. Recently, for example, she cooked bouillabaisse, the com… ...