Categories for Headstone

Headstone Etching or Headstone Engraving?

January 20, 2023

A headstone is a very personal thing. It can reflect the life of the person who has passed and the person they were. When it comes to designing your own headstone or that of someone you love, you can do many things to make it personal. What Is Headstone Engraving? Engraving is a process by which pieces of the stone are chipped away or engraved so that the text or picture is sunken into the stone. This is often use when you are doing things like the names and dates of birth and death for the person that the stone... View Article

5 Tips for Choosing the Right Headstone

January 6, 2023

Your headstone says a lot about the person you were before you passed and is a constant reminder of the person you were for anyone who sees it. That being said, choosing your own headstone or a headstone for a loved one can be difficult. There are a few things that you can keep in mind when choosing a headstone that makes the process a bit easier. Tips for Choosing Headstones When it comes to your headstone, there are a few things you can think about to help make the selection process go a bit faster. 1. Choosing the stone... View Article

What’s the Difference Between Headstones and Grave Markers?

August 12, 2022

The loss of a loved one is something that no one ever wants to deal with but that we will all sadly see at some time or other. That being said, it can be difficult to know the difference when it comes to grave markers and headstones. We explain the differences below so you can choose the best option for your loved one. Grave Marker Vs Headstone A grave marker is a flat marker, often bronze, that is level against the ground and is often used to mark the grave until a new marker or a headstone can be placed. A headstone is... View Article

What Can You Put on a Grave While Waiting for the Headstone?

July 22, 2022

The people we love deserve to be honored when they pass away. More often than not, the process of honoring a deceased loved one and laying them to their final rest can take quite a bit of time. While going through that process, you may find yourself in a situation wherein the burial is completed before your loved one’s headstone is ready. All of a sudden, you now have a grave site with no marker present. What can you do in that scenario? Using a temporary grave marker is your best option. Continue with this article if you wish to... View Article

What Is Gravestone Resetting?

June 3, 2022

Resetting gravestones is the process of moving or repairing a headstone that has been damaged, toppled, or sunken into the ground. This is often done to preserve the stone or make it easier to read. There are many ways to reset a gravestone. The most common method is digging a trench around the stone and using levers to lift it out of the ground. The stone is then cleaned and reset in a new foundation. Gravestone Resetting Strategies It’s common for a groundskeeper or cemetery sexton to have a strategy for resetting gravestones. This might involve digging a series of... View Article

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