Because soapstone naturally retains heat, the maker of these soapstone tiles says they are well suited for bathroom floors with radiant heating systems. The tiles can also finish walls, stairs, and saunas. Available in a variety of sizes, squares, mosaics, and rectangles, the tiles come in varying shades of gray, blue, and green. They absorb sound, are immune to both acid and alkali, and do not become slippery when wet, the manufacturer says. 800.843.3473. www.tulikivi.com.
