Entries by Joe Mcelhiney

Soapstone vs. Traditional Firebrick: Which Material Is Right for Your Project?

When building or restoring a fireplace, masonry heater, wood stove, or pizza oven, selecting the right firebrick is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. While traditional refractory firebrick has been the industry standard for decades, soapstone firebrick has become increasingly popular among homeowners, builders, and masonry professionals looking for superior heat retention and […]

About Soapstone

Soapstone is a naturally occurring metamorphic stone prized for its exceptional durability, density, and heat-retaining properties. At Soapstone Company, we source premium architectural-grade Brazilian soapstone to manufacture high-quality soapstone firebricks used in masonry heaters, wood stoves, fireplaces, pizza ovens, furnaces, and other high-temperature applications. Unlike traditional firebrick, soapstone absorbs large amounts of heat and releases […]