Soapstone Sinks: Forever sinks

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The Old House Web

Soapstone has a soft, warm feeling, but the durable stone resists chemicals, stains, acid, water and heat, making it a popular choice for sinks and countertops for 200 years. Vermont Soapstone has been making itssinks, countertops and fireplaces for nearly that long.

Like all Vermont Soapstone products, the farmhouse sink, backsplash and counter shown here are guaranteed "forever."

Soapstone sinks for the kitchen, bathroom, or bar can be built in single,double or triple bowls of any size, and with or without drain board and backsplash. Sinks start as a slab of soapstone which is machined into individualparts, and then assembled with Vermont Soapstone's own glue. Like antique soapstone sinks, the sinks are constructed with a flat bottom. The sinks drainto the location specified by the customer.

A custom shop, Vermont Soapstone, will work from your designs and your measurements. They offer expert installation through dealers and contractors,and can deliver anyplace in the world. The company also stocks a the three sinks in its line of Victorian-era designs.