Limestone Counter Top
For Calm and Comfortable Style

* Travertine & Slate Too! *

A limestone counter top is velvety smooth, like soapstone and shares a color palette similar to travertine only with less pattern variation.

A unique characteristic of this natural stone that distinguishes it from close cousins travertine and marble is the fossils and seashells often found embedded in the surface adding a fascinating visual element to the countertop.

Sleek and exotic darker colors make limestone a good match for modern design, yet it's lighter earthy tones create a calm and comfortable feeling that works for traditional, old-world or a French country kitchen too.

Some limestones are dense and hard, but many are porous and susceptible to staining in high-use areas like the kitchen; therefore . . .

It's best to treat limestone as you would travertine and marble by using coasters, cutting boards and avoid exposure to acidic foods, drinks and chemicals that will etch the surface leaving dull and discolored spots.

Be sure to use only products safe for cleaning limestone as we recommend.

If water testing reveals that application of a sealer would be beneficial, then we suggest using one of these top impregnating or color-enhancing sealers.

Limestone will make a beautiful and unique countertop, but again make sure to use only a dense variety if installing in the kitchen.

Ideally it's best suited for bathroom countertops or flooring anywhere in the home similar to Slate Tile. It's truly ideal for use around the tub and in the shower where limestone tile provides good footing.

Texas white limestone is a particular variety popular for use as an exterior wall cladding adding a rustic elegance to your home.

Answers To Limestone Counter Top Questions

Learn even more! Click on the links below to read detailed answers to common (and unusual) marble cleaning questions.

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