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 […]
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Monument design with longevity in mind
Whatever you decide to do, remember that deep engraving of a monument is your best guarantee of longevity. Staining, lithocrome and gold leaf are not guaranteed as weather conditions and factors beyond the control of the retailer may reduce the life of these additions. Many of them can be retouched, but not without additional costs. […]
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