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Soapstone is a metamorphic rock composed of talc, dolomite, magnesite and chlorite. The amount of talc that a soapstone rock contains affects its color and texture. The higher the talc content, the softer the soapstone. Artistic-grade soapstone is very soft and easily carved. For kitchen counter tops, be sure to select architectural-grade soapstone, which is harder and more durable for daily use.
Common Colors
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Soapstone, also called soaprock or Steatite, is most often a light-gray color that deepens with time and the application of mineral oil. In its natural untreated state, soapstone isn't a solid color and typically has a veined or mottled appearance.
Combarbalite Soapstone Colors
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Combarbalite soapstone, mined exclusively in Combarbala, Chile, is found in diverse shades of brown, yellow, green and red.
Indian Soapstone Colors
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Gorara stone, mined in Uttar Pradesh, India, can be black, tan gray, green and pink and often have a mottled appearance. Palewa stone is found in Agra, the site of the Taj Mahal, in India, and can be shades of gray, green and tan.
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