Headstones can be made of marble, granite, sandstone or limestone, but by far the best material is granite. Granite comes in a wide variety of colours and patterns, and is extremely durable compared to other materials. The only downside is that it can be a slightly more expensive option. However, it requires much less maintenance […]
Continue readingHow do you keep a headstone in great condition and which headstones require the least amount of cleaning and maintenance?
We have talked about the most effective ways to clean headstones to keep them in the best possible condition, but there are other things that can cause staining. Organic matter such as leaves, petals, pollen from flowers and grass clippings should be removed from the headstone as soon as possible, as their colour can be […]
Continue readingWhat is the cost of a memorial?
The memorial is an essential part of the ceremony. It is a place of remembrance chosen by the family members and relatives of the deceased. It can even be chosen by the deceased before his or her death and included in the will. It has an important place because it is in a way the […]
Continue readingThe famous statue of Eros on Picadilly Circus
Tucked away on Marlborough Gate, beside St. James’ Palace, is this dreamy Art Nouveau memorial to Queen Alexandra, long-suferring wife of King Edward VII. Commissioned in 1926, the memorial was sculpted by Alfred Gilbert, who created the famous statue of Eros on Picadilly Circus. The memorial is set into the garden wall of Marlborough House, […]
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* Technicians with a solid structure in the choice of granites for our customers. *Qualified technicians and staff for advice and guarantees on the manufacture of granite monuments. *Customer service evaluated by the Business Ethics Committee, and customer references. *Years of experience in the funeral industry; Innovation and flexibility of design for the personalization of […]
Continue readingChoosing a Monument Styles
Upright monuments come in a wide variety of styles, shapes and sizes, providing a full range of creative and personalized works of art. Slant and bevel markers are midway in height between flat markers and upright monuments. They come in single or double in size and can be personalized with symbols or inscriptions. Flat markers […]
Continue readingWhat do I need to know when purchasing a cemetery monument?
Some cemeteries have restrictions on the monuments they accept, so it is a good idea to check with your cemetery first to find out what guidelines you must follow. Determine your budget, most styles can be adapted to fit any size and budget. From here, you can decide on a monument style that expresses the […]
Continue readingWhat is better: a hand engraving or a laser etching?
By far the superior option is a hand engraving. When a portrait or scene is etched by hand, the polish on the stone is removed one tiny piece at a time and at a depth to provide a sharp yet natural image. The final picture is vivid and will require no future maintenance since the […]
Continue readingWhat’s the difference between buying a headstone from you versus the cemetery?
Most cemeteries have a very limited selection of memorials to choose from and they subcontract all the design and production work to a third party. They never even see the memorial they sold you! We have a large selection of granite colors for you to see and hundreds of designs in our tombstone catalog to […]
Continue readingTIPS: Types of carvings on memorials and marker stones
Consider choosing a monument that will accommodate all the potential names and dates of those who may be included in the plot. To avoid others knowing how you want your names and dates engraved on the monument, it is a good idea to have your names and dates of birth (including the relationship between them; […]
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