It seems the one thing everyone knows when they walk into our showroom for the first time is that you cannot use marble in the kitchen.  And I would agree with that for the most part.  If you are going to rent your home or you are looking for function, granite or quartz would be best, but for those seeking a unique look, marble and soapstone are a beautiful choice.  A simple white carrera marble is not so expensive and a great way to distinguish your home from the neighbors.  It gives a classic European look that lends itself equally well to contemporary kitchens and country style homes.  Soapstone is another natural product that is beautiful in kitchens.  It is always a darker color, mostly blacks and greens with some white veining.

This is an article about using marble, limestone and soapstone as kitchen countertops.