soapstone
/ˈsoʊpˌstoʊn/
noun
- A soft, heat-resistant rock with a soapy feel, used for countertops, carvings, and cookware.
- Inuit artists have carved soapstone into beautiful sculptures for centuries.
- Soapstone is popular for kitchen countertops because it resists heat and stains.
- The old wood stove was surrounded by soapstone tiles to absorb and radiate heat.