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soapstone has been used throughout the world for tools, carafes,
vases, goblets, sculptures, fireplaces, etc. In early American
history, soapstone was used primarily for building blocks, sculpting
and urns. As villages and towns began building home structures, a
popular choice for the do-it-all sink was soapstone. In early
New England, Soapstone uses ranged from fireplace hearths to
countertops, sinks, and oven fireplace stoves. Currently in
the USA and in different parts of the world, soapstone is used for
the largest variety of items ever yet - including balusters, stair
treads, window sills and island tops. It's fast becoming a very
popular choice by designers and architects and it's one of a kind
texture and look make soapstone one of the most aesthetically
pleasing stones to be used for the job. Because of the unique
characteristics of Soapstone, we can texture the surface and edges
with a variety of pleasing feels. True Soapstone is inert. Alkalis and acids won't affect it as they will a granite, marble, or slate. For over one hundred years, soapstone sinks and tiles have been used in science class rooms and labs along with work tables and counter tops. Allow us to design and fabricate a special sink or fixture for your project. Because of its truly remarkable and natural heat retention characteristics, soapstone is widely used for masonry heater fireplaces, wood stoves, fireplace liners and pizza ovens. Soapstone heaters and fireplaces heat very quickly from burning coal, pellets or wood, the soapstone will then slowly radiate heat very evenly for hours on end. Even after the fire has long gone out! Give us a call about building and installing a Soapstone heater for your home. Follow this link to our supplier 
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