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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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.
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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
Each night, hotel guests will be able to retreat to luxurious rooms outfitted with balconies, fireplaces, and soapstone bath tubs; amenities like a 25-meter heated pool, sauna, massage room, gym, and events space are also planned.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2023
From basalt to travertine to soapstone, these colorful stones are a bolder design choice and a beautiful way to bring the outdoors inside.
—Tatjana Freund, Harper's BAZAAR, 15 Aug. 2023
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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
Each night, hotel guests will be able to retreat to luxurious rooms outfitted with balconies, fireplaces, and soapstone bath tubs; amenities like a 25-meter heated pool, sauna, massage room, gym, and events space are also planned.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Nov. 2023
From basalt to travertine to soapstone, these colorful stones are a bolder design choice and a beautiful way to bring the outdoors inside.
—Tatjana Freund, Harper's BAZAAR, 15 Aug. 2023
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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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