Genoa Soapstone Marble & Granite

At Genoa Soapstone Marble & Granite, we take pride in our elite team of fabricators and installers with decades of experience in the stone industry. Our goal was to create a shop that would focus on extreme attention to detail and quality, and that's exactly what we did! We enjoy a challenge and work on all sorts of stone-related projects, such as kitchen countertops, fireplaces, custom sinks, and more, all with the mission of making your home look beautiful. Our specialty is soapstone countertops, and we take great pride in providing the best possible experience for our clients.

Our Services

We offer a wide range of services to meet your needs, including templating, fabrication, and installation. Templating is how your most creative countertop designs are turned into a plan. Fabrication is when your countertop plans are turned into a reality. Installation is when your most ambitious projects are finalized and installed. Whether you're looking to upgrade your kitchen, update your fireplace, or create a stunning one-of-a-kind sink, we're here to help.

Why We Love Soapstone

We work with many types of materials, but we have grown to love soapstone countertops and our clients have too! Soapstone is a beautiful, unique stone with incredible heat properties. High talc content makes it especially useful. Its density gives it resistance to heat and pressure. Additionally, soapstone is non-porous, making it stain-resistant and sanitary. What's not to love?

History of Soapstone

Ancient civilizations found various uses for soapstone. The high talc content provided softer and more manageable carving products. Soapstone was first discovered in America by Native Americans. Domestic soapstone derives geologically from a line of talc and accompanying miner deposits that run along the Appalachian Mountains from New England to Georgia. Early colonial settlers found it an ideal stone for many applications and it can still be found in historic residences throughout the original 13 colonies.

Today's Soapstone

Today, we enjoy many of the same great properties. Soapstone has resurfaced as an increasingly popular material of choice in American homes. Due to its remarkable acid-resistant properties, it has become incredibly useful in countertops and bar tops where products like vinegar, wine, or lemon are stored. Furthermore, the way soapstone naturally absorbs and evenly distributes heat lends itself perfectly for use in fireplace surrounds, wood burning stoves, and even cookware!

Our Slabs

The large blocks needed to produce full-sized slabs are rare in the Northern Hemisphere. This is due to the destructive impact of ice glaciers and our frequent freeze/thaw cycles which naturally break up stone formations. To obtain large slabs, we import all our slabs from Brazil, where large blocks of soapstone are more readily available. Our soapstone is prized for its structural quality and beauty, with a range of colors available reflecting the slightly different background tones and varying vein patterns.

Safeguarding Your Genoa Soapstone

Our soapstone requires very little maintenance due to its non-porous nature, which means it won't absorb liquids. Additionally, it doesn't need any special handling, making it a dream to work with. At Genoa Soapstone Marble & Granite, we take pride in working with you to ensure that your soapstone countertop is installed to perfection and maintained to last a lifetime.