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How Does Rock Salt Melt Ice?

How Does Rock Salt Melt Ice?
Water Rock salt melts ice by lowering the freezing temperature of water. To understand how rock salt lowers the freezing temperature of water, you need to know a few things about the properties of water, ice and rock salt. Water is made of tiny molecules that are always in motion. The molecules move faster when…
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How to Repair Soaptone

How to Repair Soaptone
Soapstone has become a popular choice for counter tops and sinks because of its ease of care and the naturally warm patina it develops over time. Primarily composed of magnesite and talc, soapstone has a high resistance to heat and staining. In the arena of maintenance and repair, one of soapstone's drawbacks doubles as an…
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About Soapstone

About Soapstone
Soapstone used today is anywhere from 300 to 400 million years old. It gets its name from its soft, soapy feel. Soapstone is a metaphoric rock, meaning that it was subjected to hot temperatures deep under the surface of the earth. Soapstone is popular for kitchen counter tops, but it is also used in many…
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Soapstone Features

Soapstone Features
Soapstone is a metamorphic rock composed of several minerals including magnesite, dolomite, cholrite, and talc. Soapstone, a soft stone, is ideal for sculpting, and it has many commercial applications. Soapstone Carving Soapstone's softness makes it ideal for shaping and carving. Containing large amounts of talc, the softest mineral on earth, soapstone is an ideal medium…
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