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Tips for Preserving and Cleaning a Headstone Over Time
A headstone is a lasting tribute, a permanent record of a life lived. As a piece of outdoor architecture, it faces constant assault from the elements: sun, rain, pollutants, and organic growth. To ensure this enduring memorial remains legible and...
How Granite and Marble Differ in Headstone Durability and Style
When choosing a lasting memorial for a loved one, the material selection is the most crucial decision. The headstone will stand for centuries, enduring relentless weather, temperature shifts, and the simple passage of time. For this reason, the...
Understanding Cemetery Rules & Regulations for Headstones
Choosing a lasting memorial for a loved one is a deeply personal and meaningful process. It’s an act of remembrance that culminates in a tribute meant to endure for centuries. However, before any design can be finalized or stone can be engraved,...
How to Choose the Right Stone Material for a Memorial
Choosing the right stone material for a memorial for a loved one is a profound and deeply personal process. It is an act of love, a way to create a lasting tribute that reflects their life, legacy, and unique spirit. Selecting the right stone...
Flat Headstones for Married Couples: Design Ideas, Costs & What to Consider
When making final arrangements, choosing a memorial that honors a life—or two lives joined together—is a deeply personal decision. For many couples, a companion flat headstone, also known as a ledger or flush marker, offers a beautiful and unified...
Top 5 Best Practices in Cemetery Security
A cemetery is more than just a piece of land; it is a sacred space dedicated to memory and reflection. For those entrusted with their care, ensuring the security of these grounds is paramount. This responsibility goes beyond protecting assets—it’s...
The Process of Ordering a Custom Headstone from Start to Finish
Choosing a headstone is a deeply personal and significant step in honoring the memory of a loved one. It's more than just a marker; it's a lasting tribute, a symbol of remembrance, and a place for reflection for generations to come. While the task...
The Environmental Impact of Different Memorial Materials
Choosing a memorial for a loved one is a deeply personal decision, one that often focuses on aesthetics, durability, and a fitting tribute. However, in an increasingly environmentally conscious world, many families are also considering the...
How to Preserve the Lettering on Old Memorials
Old memorials stand as poignant tributes to lives lived, silent storytellers etched in stone. Over time, however, the elements can take their toll, causing the beautiful lettering and intricate details to fade, erode, or become obscured. Preserving...
We service all cemeteteries and all faiths throughout the tri-state area.
There is much to consider when selecting a memorial such as: size, color, finish and the inscription. We would like to help with our sympathetic understanding and nearly century old experience in memorial art. If you do not see a monument that meets your specific criteria, please contact one of our designers to create your unique memorial.