Alberene Church Hill Reserve

Description

Alberene Church Hill Reserve Soapstone is nonporous and resilient, developing a rich patina over time. A classic choice for hardworking kitchens and fireplaces in Richmond VA. The nonporous surface helps prevent staining from coffee, wine, and everyday spills, and routine cleanup is as simple as soap and water. Installers can fabricate standard or waterfall edges to highlight long, uninterrupted runs, and the consistent patterning keeps seams discreet on larger layouts. This surface coordinates beautifully with popular cabinet finishes and hardware metals, bringing a balanced look to both modern and transitional interiors. Naturally nonporous and chemically inert, soapstone resists acids and cleaners without sealing. It develops a soft patina over time that owners can enrich with periodic mineral oil or wax, yielding a lived-in character prized in both historic and modern spaces.