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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Stone: Whether it's made of natural materials such as soapstone, marble, granite, or a manufactured kind like a granite and quartz composite, a stone sink is bound to be the star of the kitchen.
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 July 2024
Custom cabinetry by Phoenix Woodworks is topped with a durable soapstone countertop, and unlacquered brass fixtures, an antique rug, and the rustic wooden chair add a vintage feel.
—Rachel Gallaher, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2024
As for the interiors, soapstone countertops, matte black finishes, and a beverage center (also referred to as an undercounter refrigerator) were among the top five features connected to higher home sale prices.
—Blake Bakkila, Sunset Magazine, 12 Apr. 2024
Eight of the birds — which hold great spiritual value for the people of Zimbabwe — were immortalised in green-gray soapstone in the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe.
—Rosa Rahimi, CNN, 15 Mar. 2024
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Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 July 2024
Custom cabinetry by Phoenix Woodworks is topped with a durable soapstone countertop, and unlacquered brass fixtures, an antique rug, and the rustic wooden chair add a vintage feel.
—Rachel Gallaher, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2024
As for the interiors, soapstone countertops, matte black finishes, and a beverage center (also referred to as an undercounter refrigerator) were among the top five features connected to higher home sale prices.
—Blake Bakkila, Sunset Magazine, 12 Apr. 2024
Eight of the birds — which hold great spiritual value for the people of Zimbabwe — were immortalised in green-gray soapstone in the ancient city of Great Zimbabwe.
—Rosa Rahimi, CNN, 15 Mar. 2024
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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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