--- title: "Island Soapstone — Countertop | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/countertop/island-soapstone-pfvwus-pf~1703267653 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1703267653.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Island Soapstone" category: ["Countertop"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/6963453401041732_5812-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Cowichan Valley, British Columbia V9L6W3, Canada" phone: "(250) 597-1375" website: https://islandsoapstone.com rating: 5 review_count: 25 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 235 last_updated: 2026-09-08 --- # Island Soapstone Original Houzz profile: [Island Soapstone](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/countertop/island-soapstone-pfvwus-pf~1703267653) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Countertop - **Location:** Cowichan Valley, BC - **Serves:** Cassidy, Chemainus, Cobble Hill, Coquitlam, Cowichan Bay, Cowichan Valley, Crofton, Duncan, Extension, Fernwood, Fulford, Fulford Harbour, Ganges, Ladysmith, Maple Bay, Nanaimo, North Cowichan, Port Moody, Salt Spring Island, Sunshine Coast, Vancouver & BC Mainland, Vancouver Island & Outlying Is, Vesuvius, Westholme - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (25 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2020), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Houzz Research - Insider - Best of Houzz winner - Locally owned - Woman owned We are Vancouver Island's only dedicated soapstone fabrication facility. We specialize in custom work and are prepared to go the extra mile if you require something out of the ordinary. Island Soapstone serves the entire Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast and Lower Mainland and have a large selection of slabs in stock. Soapstone is one of the best natural surfaces a homeowner can choose for a countertop. It is warm and inviting and provides a unique look – the perfect balance between old-world charm and modern functionality. Island Soapstone can elevate your kitchen countertops from ordinary to totally extraordinary. Soapstone is a superb choice for kitchen or bath countertops, backsplashes or islands. The durable and dense surface of Soapstone gives your counters all the beauty of traditional marble or granite surfaces – with some extra benefits. We are often asked whether Soapstone is a hard enough surface: In short – it is. The slabs we use are Brazilian and Canadian architectural grade soapstone. The stone is as hard as most marbles and much harder than the soapstones traditionally used for carvings. Discerning homeowners have long known the advantages of soapstone countertops. They are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also sensuous and one of the most practical counter surfaces you can buy. You will be hard pressed to find a countertop material with the same warmth and practicality soapstone has to offer. If you would like to see any of our kitchens “in action”, please contact us. Our clients are always happy to show off their new counter tops and we could make arrangements for a viewing at any time. ### Services Provided - Custom Countertops - Backsplash Installation - Countertop Installation - Countertop Sales - Granite Countertops - Natural Stone Countertops - Countertop Repair - Marble Countertops - Countertop Refinishing ### Areas Served - Cassidy - Chemainus - Cobble Hill - Coquitlam - Cowichan Bay - Cowichan Valley - Crofton - Duncan - Extension - Fernwood - Fulford - Fulford Harbour - Ganges - Ladysmith - Maple Bay - Nanaimo - North Cowichan - Port Moody - Salt Spring Island - Sunshine Coast - Vancouver & BC Mainland - Vancouver Island & Outlying Is - Vesuvius - Westholme ### Typical Job Cost CAD 5,000 - CAD 10,000 All our jobs are custom designed and fabricated and costs vary on a per-job basis. We would be happy to supply an estimate based on floor plan or cabinet drawings with measurements. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Island Soapstone | | Address | Cowichan Valley, British Columbia V9L6W3, Canada | | Phone | (250) 597-1375 | | Website | https://islandsoapstone.com | | Followers on Houzz | 235 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Island-Soapstone/317051341660806 - Blog — http://www.islandsoapstone.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Island Soapstone](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/countertop/island-soapstone-pfvwus-pf~1703267653) - **Website:** https://islandsoapstone.com - **Phone:** (250) 597-1375 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - SFA Member - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2016–2020), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 25 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — epatel100, July 2022** > I would give them more than 5 stars if I could. From the initial visit to their farm to check out the various options, to picking out our slabs, to their taking a template of our counters, designing the various cuts in the slabs and installing them, Adri and Casper provided an amazing experience and a memorable end product. We get rave reviews on our countertops, primarily because of the care, thought and hard work they put into the layout and installation. They were wonderful to work with - low key, high integrity and really following through on their promises. We have installed two kitchen counters with them and would seek them out if we had another project. **★★★★★ — HU-207393651, May 2022** > We have had our soapstone countertops in for just over a year now. They are stunning and they absolutely make our kitchen. Adri and Casper were super pleasant and efficient to work with. I would never hesitate to recommend them to anyone. **★★★★★ — Julie Wheaton, June 2019** > We are delighted with our soapstone countertops! This is the second time that we have used Adri and Casper's services to install countertops. They are knowledgeable about their products and one feels confident in the guidance they provide. The installation went smoothly and quickly. > We would highly recommend Vancouver Island Soapstone for both their product and their professional, friendly service for anyone looking into countertops. **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > Thank you for the lovely review, Julie! We really enjoyed working with you and wish you many years of pleasure in your beautiful house! **★★★★★ — mossywoods, April 2019** > Vancouver Island Soapstone’s countertop is extraordinary.The beautiful stone was installed immaculately.The finishing work surpassed our expectations. > Thanks Adri and Jasper. **★★★★★ — Jim Dempsey, March 2019** > Just had Vancouver Island Soapstone provide counter tops for our kitchen renovation. They measured and then installed without a glitch, perfectly done. The counter tops are absolutely beautiful. A great job. Thanks to Scott Ilott the cabinet maker and Paul Baker for the construction and project management for their excellent work. We have a great kitchen thanks to you all. Joanne and Jim from Comox **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > Thank you Jim & Joanne! > We really enjoyed working with you and it is always a pleasure working with Scott. Your kitchen turned out beautiful and we wish you many years of joy there. **★★★★★ — Mary and Peter O., Oct. 2018** > Adri and Casper are wonderful people to work with as they are talented and professional, as well as having an exceptional artistic flare, matching seams in the stone and creating a apparently seamless counters and kitchen island. They installed stunning kitchen counter tops and bathroom vanities in our newly renovated home. The soapstone is gorgeous like a painting and I know we will enjoy it for years to come. > > Thank you you two! **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > Thank you for a lovely review, Mary & Peter! We really enjoyed working with you and love what Scott did with your new kitchen. It is an amazing space. **★★★★★ — Jana Strain, July 2018** > Adri & Casper were amazing to work with! They were very knowledgeable about soapstone and happy to take the time to help us select the right soapstone for our project. Not only did we get to choose the slab that we wanted, but we went to their shop once the counter top patterns were complete and got to decide which veins would go where. Adri had a great suggestion of carrying the vein from our counter top, across to the island, up the back splash and onto the bar. > > Once the counters were installed we still had some construction and they got a little scratched. This was an easy problem to solve, we just need to oil the counter tops! I would definitely recommend working with these wonderful and kind people. **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > Thank you for the lovely review, Jana! > We really enjoyed working with you and love how your home turned out. We wish you many years of pleasure from your property. **★★★★★ — Heather Ferguson, June 2018** > How many ways can we say we love our soapstone counters? Actually our order from Island Soapstone included one granite counter in a bathroom and we love that too. Adri and Casper were so welcoming, responsive and easy to work with that we would recommend them to anyone. **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > Thank you for the lovely review, Heather! We wish you many years of enjoyment from your beautiful kitchen! **★★★★★ — Brent B, April 2018** > We had our gorgeous silver soapstone installed by these folks back in 2012 when they were just a few miles way from us. We just recently replaced our cooktop. As the new one did not fit in the previously cut opening we asked Adri and Casper if they could cut a bit more off of the front opening to accommodate our new cooktop. Luckily there was enough counter to do this. The trip this time was a bit further to travel as they moved an hour and a half away, down island. They did an outstanding job, keeping mess to a minimum and even on a holiday no less! Talk about great customer service six years later! **★★★★★ — Doug Hall, March 2017** > We considered many different countertop materials before visiting Island Soapstone, but we quickly realized that soapstone was perfect for our kitchen. Casper and Adri were very helpful and fun throughout the whole process. They braved bad weather and cancelled ferries to bring our project to completion ahead of schedule. The work is first rate on both artistic and technical fronts and we couldn't be happier. The countertop makes the kitchen. **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > Hallo Doug & Chintan > > Thank you both for a lovely review! We really enjoyed working with you and love the way your kitchen turned out. You really picked all the best parts of the slab and showcased them perfectly! **★★★★★ — Scott Paterson, Nov. 2016** > This summer we decided to Reno our kitchen and made a trip out to Duncan, BC to visit Vancouver Island Soapstone and choose a slab for our counter tops. > We had already done our research and new pretty much what to expect, but Adriana taught us so much more about the properties of soapstone, history and how best to choose. > They cut and bevelled the stone to our cabinet specs and suggested many improvements on the details to make it look incredible. > When it came time for installation they put the pieces in and Adriana followed behind with the finishing touches to make sure it looked perfect. > > We are so happy with the workmanship and professionalism they provided > and the results were amazing. **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > That you for a lovely review, Scott! We love the way your kitchen turned out and your backsplashes look amazing. We wish you many years of joy in your newly renovated home. **★★★★★ — Mary Soles, Nov. 2016** > Choosing a kitchen countertop is an investment that should bring enjoyment. For us, beauty, authenticity, durability, and budget were all important considerations. After initial research, the idea of soapstone appealed...but first we had to see it in real life. The quest began on Houzz for a supplier/manufacturer and what luck! We discovered Vancouver Island Soapstone. Adri and Casper invited us to the Cowichan Valley and were so welcoming, relaxed, and informative. It was an easy decision to proceed. After helping us select a slab, Adri and Casper came in to measure, which they did with precision even though the kitchen was a work in progress, and to install our countertops right on schedule. We discussed having a display cabinet countertop made from the remnant and were assured this could be arranged when we were ready. A year later it is in place and we couldn't be happier. Casper, Adri and their team are expert at transforming this unprocessed stone into beautiful custom countertops that preserve the natural properties of the soapstone we were drawn to. They are unfailingly professional, supportive and available to share their knowledge and advice and encourage followup. No wonder the results are of the highest quality. Congrats on your well-deserved success, Island Soapstone! **Comment from Island Soapstone:** > Thank you for your beautiful review, Mary! > > We really enjoyed working with you on your renovation and love how everything came together to update your heritage home, while still keeping true to the history and ambience of it. ## Selected projects - [Vancouver - Brazilian PA (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vancouver-brazilian-pa-oiled-pj-vj~2684449) - Location: Vancouver, BC - Photos: 7 - Description: Brazilian PA (oiled) kitchen with eased edge and custom made farmhouse sink with a scoop front. - [Comox, BC - Grey Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/comox-bc-grey-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~239399) - Location: Comox, BC - Photos: 6 - Description: Modern kitchen with soapstone countertops and curved island - [Jordan River - Brazilian PA (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jordan-river-brazilian-pa-oiled-pj-vj~3967291) - Location: Jordan River, BC - Photos: 7 - [Dove Creek, BC - Starry Night Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dove-creek-bc-starry-night-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~933488) - Location: Courtenay, BC - Photos: 5 - Description: Starry Night soapstone island in a White Macauba granite kitchen. Island features a recessed composting bin. Photo courtesy of Scott Ilott - [Hornby Island - Churchill Soapstone, Oiled](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hornby-island-churchill-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~1340209) - Location: Hornby Island, BC - Photos: 3 - Description: A contemporary soapstone kitchen made from oiled Churchill Soapstone (a Canadian product) The kitchen features a couple undermounted stainless steel sinks and an integrated drainboard at the main sink. Photos courtesy of E. Wetzel - [Vancouver, BC - Fantasy Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vancouver-bc-fantasy-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~2177813) - Location: West Vancouver, BC - Photos: 1 - Description: Modern kitchen with oiled Fantasy Soapstone tops - [Hornby Island - Blue Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hornby-island-blue-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~1520438) - Location: Hornby Island, BC - Photos: 8 - Description: This is an eclectic style modern kitchen with Ikea cabinets in a dark blue-grey with Shaker style doors. The edge treatment on the soapstone is our standard offering - eased edge. - [Denman Island, BC - Emerald Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/denman-island-bc-emerald-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~153534) - Location: Denman Island, BC - Photos: 8 - Description: Contemporary style kitchen with oiled Emerald Soapstone countertops and mitered soapstone bar support - [Ucluelet, BC - Jade Soapstone, unoiled](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ucluelet-bc-jade-soapstone-unoiled-pj-vj~1630469) - Location: Ucluelet, BC - Photos: 7 - Description: Smaller, galley style kitchen in Jade Soapstone. This kitchen features an eased edge, integrated drainboard and an undermounted farmhouse style fireclay sink. The soapstone has a natural (unoiled) finish. - [Hornby Island - Jade Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hornby-island-jade-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~1520835) - Location: Hornby Island, BC - Photos: 6 - Description: An eclectic style kitchen in a refurbished beach cottage. This kitchen features book matched slabs of Jade Soapstone on the kitchen island and raised bar. This job has our standard edge treatments: Eased edge the work surfaces and demo-bullnose (3/8" roundover) on the sink cut-out for added stability in this heavy traffic area. Photo credits: Casper Pretorius - [Courtenay, BC - Grey Soapstone, Unoiled](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courtenay-bc-grey-soapstone-unoiled-pj-vj~1301427) - Location: Courtenay, BC - Photos: 5 - Description: Unoiled Grey Soapstone kitchen with farm sink and drop-in cooktop. - [Nanoose Bay - Silver Soapstone, Oiled](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nanoose-bay-silver-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~1301403) - Location: Nanoose Bay, BC - Photos: 6 - Description: Oiled Silver Soapstone countertops with farm sink and undermounted prep sink. Integrated drainboard runnels provide a functional and aesthetically pleasing drain board area at the main sink - [Salt Spring Island, BC - Blue Soapstone (unoiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/salt-spring-island-bc-blue-soapstone-unoiled-pj-vj~608765) - Location: Salt Spring Island, BC - Photos: 4 - Description: Country style kitchen with soapstone countertops and custom built soapstone undermount sink - [Powell River, BC - Grey Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/powell-river-bc-grey-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~933497) - Location: Powell River, BC - Photos: 5 - Description: Eclectic Grey Soapstone kitchen with an oiled finish - [Courtenay, BC - Silver Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courtenay-bc-silver-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~239391) - Location: Courtenay, BC - Photos: 6 - Description: Traditional style kitchen with a curved raised bar and combination of edge treatments. Kitchen has an undermounted composite sink. - [Courtenay, BC - Silver Soasptone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courtenay-bc-silver-soasptone-oiled-pj-vj~153542) - Location: Courtenay, BC - Photos: 11 - Description: Silver soapstone countertops with money edge and full height Carrara marble backsplashes. - [Seal Bay, BC - Blue Soapstone, Unoiled](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seal-bay-bc-blue-soapstone-unoiled-pj-vj~1301382) - Location: Comox, BC - Photos: 4 - Description: Traditional style kitchen with Blue Soapstone tops, unoiled with custom built soapstone sinks - [Seal Bay, BC - Silver Soapstone (oiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/seal-bay-bc-silver-soapstone-oiled-pj-vj~153575) - Location: Comox, BC - Photos: 11 - Description: Modern kitchen with soapstone countertops and undercounted sink. - [Bowser, BC - Blue Soapstone (unoiled)](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bowser-bc-blue-soapstone-unoiled-pj-vj~608782) - Location: Bowser, BC - Photos: 3 - Description: Contemporary cottage style kitchen in Blue Soapstone (unoiled/natural finish). Kitchen features a custom, hand-built soapstone sink (Blue Soapstone, oiled) and "Money Edge". - [Courtenay, BC - Aurora Soasptone](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/courtenay-bc-aurora-soasptone-pj-vj~932624) - Location: Comox, BC - Photos: 1 - Description: Aurora Soapstone island with raised bar and oiled finish [See all 30 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/countertop/island-soapstone-pfvwus-pf~1703267653) ## Ideabooks - [islandsoapstone's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56029099/list/islandsoapstone-s-ideas) — 4 ideas - [Annick's Sinks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91961718/list/annick-s-sinks) — 7 ideas - [Heather's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/93403371/list/heather-s-ideas) — 10 ideas - [Dave’s Wall](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/98046572/list/dave-s-wall) — 5 ideas - [Aviva's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/96460804/list/aviva-s-ideas) — 3 ideas - [Emily's Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91594510/list/emily-s-bath) — 6 ideas - [Tammy's Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/82724561/list/tammy-s-fireplace) — 2 ideas - [Kathryn's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/78921781/list/kathryn-s-kitchen) — 2 ideas - [Colleen's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75793537/list/colleen-s-kitchen) — 11 ideas - [Janelle's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74754061/list/janelle-s-kitchen) — 7 ideas - [Hoy Mantel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74863390/list/hoy-mantel) — 4 ideas - [Denise's Carriage House](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74401465/list/denise-s-carriage-house) — 8 ideas - [Catherine's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/74032530/list/catherine-s-kitchen) — 10 ideas - [Katrina's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/66848573/list/katrina-s-kitchen) — 19 ideas - [Mark & Debbie's Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70728911/list/mark-debbie-s-kitchen) — 3 ideas - [Connie & Pam's Backsplash](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65309142/list/connie-pam-s-backsplash) — 10 ideas - [Penny's Backsplash](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65263318/list/penny-s-backsplash) — 14 ideas - [Trisha's Backsplash](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65181001/list/trisha-s-backsplash) — 12 ideas - [Our Designer Backsplash Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54768249/list/our-designer-backsplash-ideas) — 15 ideas - [Jane's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/61863586/list/jane-s-ideas) — 1 idea [See all 24 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/islandsoapstone) ## Community Q&A **Q: Countertops** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you tell me about the countertops here? What kind of soapstone? What finish. I love them! A: It is a harder Brazilian soapstone, finished to 120 grit and oiled. **Q: ? about backsplash in photo** *(in Photo Questions)* Is the backsplash between the different cabinet heights the same soapstone as the counter top but not oiled? A: Yes. This one has quite a bit of green in it. In real life it is predominantly a very dark green. It is hard to capture the exact colour on a photograph. **Q: walls** *(in Photo Questions)* paint company and colour? A: Sorry - we only supplied the soapstone and have no idea what the rest of the choices were. **Q: what is this backsplash material?** *(in Photo Questions)* BAcksplash? A: The backsplash is made of 2cm honed Carrara marble **Q: what color is the blanco sink?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It has been some years ago, but I think it was Anthracite. **Q: what color is the blanco sink?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: It has been a while, but I think this was Blanco Anthracite --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-08.*