This is a grey variety of Calacatta. It has an undertone of blue greyish in the overall background, with thin cream veining. It has an antique vibe about it. Our slabs are polished, but we can certainly have them honed at an additional charge. These are fairly small slabs, measuring 63″ x 50″. We have…
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Crocodile Rocks is a Natural stone Supplier located just Northeast of Seattle, Washington. We specialize mostly in Soapstone slabs. However we also carry a petite collection of Onyx, Colored Marble, Limestone, Sandstone, Travertine & Quartzite.
Soapstone Ice Cubes…Stone Age style
CROCODILE ROCK’S Soapstone Chilly Rocks or Comfort Cubes…you choose! Well, we’ve decided to bring a bit of simplicity to the table…or more like a touch of the stone age. We have created these great little cubes of Soapstone that are just the cutest little cubic blocks you’ve ever seen. They are available in a 1…
Conditioning Soapstone
Did you know you could use butcher block conditioner on your soapstone, instead of mineral oil? Not only does it last longer; its not as messy, its still food safe AND the overall look of your soapstone appears more even! It helps minimize “ring” marks that come from a glass of ice water, “sweating” and…
We’ve been published~
We supplied & installed these beautiful Carrara marble & Symphony soapstone countertops. Here’s an article that was just published in the Seattle magazine.
Colored Marble
Marble comes out of the earth in more colors, than just white. Look at all the colors we stock!
Contemporary Kitchens with Soapstone countertops
Modern Kitchen by Glen Rock Tile, Stone & Countertops M.Teixeira Soapstone Industrial Kitchen by Seattle Design-Build Firms J.A.S. Design-Build Midcentury Kitchen by Minneapolis General Contractors Welch Forsman Associates Transitional Kitchen by Fort Collins Design-Build Firms HighCraft Builders Traditional Kitchen by Washington General Contractors ThinkMakeBuild Contemporary Kitchen by Austin Architects & Designers Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects…
Keeping cozy
Don’t let the cold deter you from checking out stone this weekend! We’re handing out hand warmers, to help keep a portion of you cozy :-)
Soapstone kitchen with NO backsplash
Traditional Kitchen by Cambridge Architects & Designers Frank Shirley Architects Contemporary Kitchen by Kansas City Architects & Designers RDM Architecture Eclectic Garage And Shed by Peoria Kitchen & Bath Designers Roeckers, Inc.
DIY SOAPSTONE – Franklin edge
If you’re the type that likes to “diy” your soapstone countertops. But you’re nervous how the edge will turn out. There is such thing as called an organic, imperfect edge; its called a “Franklin Edge”. Its basically a handrubbed, made to look antique & worn. So if you dont mind this look, or prefer it;…
SINKS SINKS SINKS
Here are a few collages of different sink options; from under-mount to apron front and stainless to porcelain. Check it out!
Soapstone
A classic stone material with truly remarkable characteristics. This stone is pleasing to the touch with its soft soap-like feel, hence its name “Soapstone” which is due to its composition of Talc and Magnesium Steatite. As one may ponder the softness of this stone don’t let that elude you in terms of durability as Soapstone…
Amore Aromastone
For I’ve yet found another reason to love Soapstone Countertops! The stone alone, the color and the inherent softness imbues the soul with charm while still a stone with remarkable density, strength & value. After several adoring years, I am still thankful for Soapstones practicality and it’s tremendous heat tolerance. I have lovingly maintained its unique…
Pietra Cardosa
Gorgeous dark grey, concrete like kitchen island. Contemporary Kitchen by Seattle Architects & Building Designers Paul Moon Design
Bronzite Granite Slab
Bronzite Granite Slabs Bronzite Granite, an exotic material originating from Brazil with gorgeous dark chocolate hues and deep golden cherry-like highlights with a slight metallic luster. This Granite is most suitable as an interior application such as kitchen countertops, a vanity, art niches, flooring, etc.. Not only is this material unique with its colors alone…
This is NOT concrete, this is SANDSTONE!
This is a natural stone called Pietra Serena Sandstone. It is from Italy. It was actually the very first stone that #MICHELANGELO carved, because he was staying at his aunts house in Florence Italy and it was only stone around! Its a very popular choice, because it has the look of concrete, but the durablility…