Soapstone

Soapstone is a natural stone that’s known for its beauty, durability, and natural nonporousness. Its nonporousness is actually what makes it so easy to take care of—since stains or liquids don’t soak into this material, the cleaning routine is very simple, and you don’t have to put much thought into the general upkeep. All you need to clean it is soap and water, and it’s resistant to chemicals, acids, and heat. There’s not much that soapstone can’t do.

Soapstone continues to rise in popularity among homeowners because of its high degree of hardness. But it’s not only hard; it is also capable of being soft as well. Softer versions of soapstone can be used for sculpting, while the hardest are used to form tables, work surfaces, and countertops. There are soapstone materials made in the 1800s that you’ll still see functioning today! This goes to show that purchasing soapstone is an investment that will last for a lifetime—or more.

Because it’s made from the earth, every slab of soapstone is unique. Colors vary from light green to a steel gray, depending on where the stone is sourced from.

Granite

Granite is an incredibly popular type of natural stone that can be found in kitchens and bathrooms across the world. It’s a type of igneous rock that’s composed of orthoclase, albite feldspars, and quartz, and it can be found in shallow quarries near the earth’s surface. 

After granite is sourced, it’s cut into slabs and polished to highlight the beautiful natural colors and patterns that can be found within the stone. There are hundreds of variations of granite that exist—ranging from red to gray to white and many shades in between.

Granite is known for how it withstands heat, stains, and chemicals, and it’s just as easy to clean as soapstone is. It lasts for generations, and it’s an investment that will continue to serve your home for years to come.

Marble

Marble is a natural stone that’s known for its timelessness and luxury. This type of stone lasts through the ages, never losing its quality and sophistication, and it can bring a bright, sparkling aesthetic to any room. With its unique veining and finishes, no two slabs of marble are exactly alike, and your countertop is sure to catch the attention of anyone who enters the room. 

The polish of marble is what helps to make it stand out from the rest. It can be polished all the way down to a mirror-like finish, but you can also choose a honed finish as well that’s more of a softer look. There are also finishes such as flamed, fumbled, or hammered that can make your already-unique countertop extra unique. 

Quartzite

Quartzite is a natural stone that’s known for its density. It’s formed from sandstone and is extremely hard, which also means it’s extremely durable. In certain deposits, certain minerals are present that create unusual and especially striking colorations.

Quartzite is known as perhaps the most resilient natural stone, as it’s also resistant to chemicals, heat, stains, and liquid damage, which makes it a very popular choice for busy households with children.

Your Natural Stone Countertops

At Lopsang, natural stone is our top choice, and we’ve got plenty of quality options for you to take a look at. Contact us today to get started with your project!