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Soapstone

Long a preferred choice for kitchen countertops. Soapstone brings together the best of style, function and versatility. Contrasting patterns and shading add to the stone’s natural beauty, imparting a unique appearance that can never be exactly duplicated. Quarried naturally with absolutely no synthetics. When oiled, soapstone exhibits an even more dramatic color variation. Soapstone is practically indestructible, requires almost no maintenance and adds elegance and enduring value to any project. It is not necessary to use oil or sealers, but for those who prefer an enhanced patina effect, mineral oil will bring out a dark richness to the stone’s natural color.

Advantages of Soapstone

Soapstone is quarried naturally with no synthetics; composed primarily of talc, chlorite, dolomite and magnetite.
Heat Resistant: No damage is caused when hot pans or dishes are placed on surface. In fact it can stand up to 4,000 degrees!
Stain Resistant: Soapstone is inert, meaning acids and alkalis will not harm the surface and normal household items will not stain.
Versatile: Easier to cut and shape than marble or granite, so joints can be made inconspicuous.
Unique: Offers a unique, soft color with light flowing veins. When oiled, soapstone exhibits an even more dramatic color variation.

Amore Aromastone

For I’ve yet found another reason to love Soapstone Countertops! The stone alone, the color and the inherent softness imbues the soul with charm while still a stone with remarkable density, strength & value. After several adoring years, I am still thankful for Soapstones practicality and it’s tremendous heat tolerance. I have lovingly maintained its unique patina through general use and lot’s of oiling. I use Mineral oil to seal & rejuvenate the surface because it is an oil that will not go rancid and it’s just plain fun to apply! I have found that immediately after I oil my countertops they just look splendid, offering a new found luster that is really quite nice! Well, my oiling technique has since evolved…as of now I mix my very favorite essential oil into the mix, so not only are you giving your Soapstone a refreshed look but your also enamouring the stone with plant-based scents! In essence, what more can you really ask for?! Much amore for Soapstone, a stone for the senses.


Breccia Portofino Marble

Breccia Portofino Marble, a rich but subtle marble with outrageous markings that I would describe as somewhere in the realm of earthy mauve’s merging with waves of soil-like burgundies. The word “Breccia” is an Italian word for describing a rock that has broken like segments of minerals that have been cemented together by a fine grained matrix. The striking appearance of Brecciated materials have long been fancied for their appearance for sculpture’s and architectural elements. There are many Breccia type marbles still used today. Brecciated marbles were once thought by the Romans to be “Precious” and were therefore used in high-profile public buildings. This material is available in a 2cm (3/4″) thickness in a Polished finish. This stone would surely be ideal on a fine piece of furniture or to clad an entire bathroom, vanity & all!

We look forward to meeting you, until then Enjoy!



Marron Ginevra Marble

Marron Ginevra Marble
Marron Ginevra is an earthy chocolate brown marble with a melange of bedford greys and a touch of mottling . This stone has a unique softened brushed finish also known as a Leathered finish. This material has a definite down to earth feel to it in terms of its actual surface, it is almost as if one feels the urge to grace the hand across the stone. Although it has a matte surface it has a semi-satin shine to it reminiscent of a beautiful italian countertop that has shared centuries of laughter & joy, truly a patina worth relishing.
This material is an ideal stone for several applications it may be used as bathroom vanity, shower surround or as a beautiful Kitchen Island.
We look forward to meeting with you soon!
Warmly,
Tera McCurdy
Crocodile Rocks, Inc.
Natural Stone Company