A simple wipe with mineral oil and the small scratches are gone. For deeper scratches, a light sanding followed by mineral oil will remove any scratches.

Soapstone is a metamorphic rock which comes in varying degrees of hardness. It is composed of talc, magnesium silicate, and chlorite. See similar questions...

We recommend using mild soap and water to clean your soapstone countertops. Because soapstone is dense and non-porous, it is very germ and bacteria resistant. Soapstone is naturally a clean surface. That being said, you can use any common household cleaners on your soapstone counters. You do not have to worry about using ammonia based cleaners, like you would with granite and marble. See similar questions...

Soapstone is a very durable, proven countertop material, but it can be scratched. The good news if you do not like the scratches, they can be buffed out with standard sand paper. Often what appears to be a scratch is actually the mineral oil being removed form the surface. Usually the "scratch" can be removed just by applying mineral oil to the area. Many of our customers like the patina that develops over time with their soapstone countertops. See similar questions...

It's a darker natural stone and comes in shades of grayish to green to blues, and charcoal gray. Random markings include white veining, shades of green, amber or beige in the shape of veins or other formations. See similar questions...

The price will depend on your location and also the availability. It is usually priced about the same as an expensive granite. Located near the Twin Cities? Get a free estimate on Soapstone Countertops. See similar questions...

moderna Laminate Flooring is particularly resistant to impact and scratches. Shoes and heels are not a problem. Scuff marks are easily cleaned using the moderna Laminate Flooring cleaning and maintenance product. To keep your laminate floor looking new for years to come, certain precautions should be taken (just the same as you would with any good wood floor). Felt pads should be used under furniture legs and special hard floor castors should be fitted to wheeled chairs. See similar questions...

In the rare case that you unit is unrepairable, you have the option of purchasing a replacement unit at a discount. If you choose not to purchase a replacement unit, your repair cost will be refundable. No matter what problem you may have with your unit, we can help you get it working at a minimal cost. See similar questions...

Most items are covered under a manufacturer warranty, anywhere from 1 year to lifetime. Warranties generally cover manufacturer defects and workmanship flaws, although some differ See our Warranty. See similar questions...

Maybe. Sandfree™ is focused at the existing finish. If the scratches are in the finish, they will be removed. If the scratches are in the wood, they will not be removed. Sandfree™ only works on the finish, not on the wood itself. We are beginning to develop a method to stain the scratches, but are still testing this and are offering this on a limited basis, although we feel this will be part of the service in the near future. See similar questions...

All precious metals, including platinum, will get small dings and scratches over time. We do harden the surface of the rings, but any ring and any finish will inevitably get small surface scratches. You can have your ring refinished once a year (refinishing actually removes a fine layer of metal, so it is not recommended more often) or you can enjoy the personality of wear that your ring takes on. See similar questions...

This is one of the biggest concerns customers have and for good reasons. You do need to treat your composite decking with care like a hardware floor inside your house. Don’t drag heavy furniture over the deck, use covers under your flower pots, a grease pad under the grill, some common sense and your deck will look good for many years to come. Procell (vinyl) and CorrectDeck CX safeguard (composite) are two See similar questions...

Nothing negative will happen to your soapstone if you choose not apply mineral oil, or if you forget to apply mineral oil. Over time the stone will darken naturally on its own. You will notice the soapstone darkening quicker around the high use areas, such as the sink, stovetop, prep areas, etc. If initially you leave your counters un-oiled and months later you want to oil them, that is fine. You do not have to commit to oiling soapstone the day it is installed. See similar questions...

No, sealers are used on stones that are porous, or stones that will etch. Soapstone is not porous and it will not etch. See similar questions...

Backsplashes, bathroom vanities, bathtubs, benches, bowls, cooking pots, countertops, fireplaces, fireplace fireboxes, fireplace surrounds, floors, furnaces, lintels, pizza stones, planters, sculptures, shower stalls, sinks, table tops, and window sills. If you can imagine it, you can probably use soapstone. See similar questions...

Artistic soapstone has a high talc content, is very soft, and is used for carvings, chalks, and welders pencils. No. Soapstone countertops can be placed directly on your cabinet frames with a silicone adhesive. Your cabinets must be sturdy. See similar questions...

A soapstone countertop will last many lifetimes. It is a dense natural stone which allows nothing to penetrate it, not even bacteria. It is impossible to stain and unaffected by heat. See similar questions...