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All about Aging: Soapstone Patina and Care
April 26, 2019
As a natural stone, traditional soapstone ages gracefully and shows signs of wear over time – an organic and distressed look, if you desire. The…
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These Sinks Rock
April 6, 2018
Designers are always looking for unique elements in the room plans they put together, and while lustrous kitchen islands, decorative walls, and statement lighting are…
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The Best Countertops for Busy Kitchens
August 12, 2017
The Best Countertops for Busy Kitchens What are the best countertops for busy kitchens? You may have had a countertop that didn’t last very long.…
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Organic Wax and Oil
April 28, 2017
Organic Wax and Oil Garden State Soapstone ™ developed and makes our very own organic wax and oil for your soapstone countertops. While very few…
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What is Patina?
October 16, 2016
We frequently talk about Patina Patina is how your soapstone naturally ages. It’s why quarried traditional soapstone, in its natural state, is light blue gray…
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Why Slate Countertops? 10 Facts
August 18, 2016
When it comes to countertops, slate is growing in popularity. It’s no surprise: slate is a consumer-friendly, natural stone that’s quarried locally. With a variety…
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Back to Basics: Soapstone 101
August 13, 2016
10 Facts About Soapstone Consider this Soapstone 101. There’s a lot of information around about soapstone. We want to make sure you have the most…
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Where to Start when Renovating Your Kitchen
July 23, 2016
Renovating your kitchen in New York City or New Jersey? A major kitchen renovation can not only beautify your home, but result in a major…
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Maintaining Marble in your Kitchen
June 25, 2016
Marble In Your Kitchen Marble is beautiful and timeless. It brings a soft elegance that brightens up any room. Plus, the growing interest in texture…
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Is Soapstone Sustainable?
June 10, 2016
We love soapstone for a variety of reasons. But mostly, because it’s a sustainable material. Soapstone has been used for centuries, primarily for cooking, due…
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Soapstone and the Mohs Scale
June 3, 2016
What is the Mohs Scale? At Garden State Soapstone ™, customers frequently ask about the difference between harder soapstone and softer (traditional) soapstone. To answer…
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Should I Oil, Wax, or Leave Them Be?
May 19, 2016
Soapstone Wax and Oil From the kitchen, to the bathroom, to an outdoor kitchen, soapstone counter and table tops add a flare of natural beauty…
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Keep Your Wood Countertops Looking Brand New!
May 10, 2011
Care & Maintenance for your Wood Countertops Straight from the experts! Here are some tips on daily maintenance, scratch removal, and how to apply a…
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Dr. Bubbles to the rescue!
April 20, 2011
Dr. Bubbles and Your Soapstone As I have discussed before, the care & maintenance for soapstone is minimal and very simple. The most common way to…
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How Should I Treat My Soapstone?
March 30, 2011
How should I treat my Soapstone? Care and Maintenance for your Soapstone How should I treat my soapstone? We’ve got the answer! Here are 3…
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Go Ahead, Scratch your Soapstone!
March 23, 2011
What if Soapstone Scratches? Are you afraid of ruining your beautiful new soapstone countertops? Don’t be! So, what if your soapstone scratches? You as a…