You know the type of abuse your countertop can absorb.

The kitchen is where hot objects and sharp edges meet causing nicks, scratches and burns on a daily basis. In this environment, the average countertop can quickly lose its luster and newness--and the damage is often permanent. A laminate surface is particularly sensitive to heat, as high temperatures reactivate the adhesive and cause the laminate to separate from the fiberboard underneath. High heat will scar a typical solid plastic or composite surface, as well. And you cannot smooth away the inevitable nicks and scratches.

This is where Green Mountain soapstone from Hart Stoneworks provides a significant advantage. The beauty of this stone is matched only by its rugged durability. Hart's customers appreciate the fact that this stone is naturally heat-resistant, non-porous and cannot be scorched or stained.

Nicks and scratches are hard to avoid, but this is another area where Green Mountain soapstone truly stands out for use in the kitchen. Its natural matte finish allows you to buff out the damage that comes with time and daily use. Using fine-grit sandpaper, or merely a cloth and mineral oil, you can maintain the freshness and beauty of your countertop for many years to come. Click here to download a care and maintenance tip-sheet for your Hart surface.

On the rare occasion when the home remedy is insufficient, Hart Stoneworks will be there for you. As we say, Hart is a turnkey supplier. We offer the stone, take the measurements, fabricate and install your countertops. We stake our reputation on their look, fit and function of soapstone counters. And that commitment carries through long after the sale.

For low-maintenance stone countertops with long-lasting beauty, durability and ease of use, choose Hart Stoneworks - serving the Colorado, New Mexico and Wyoming region.