Date: 3 Mar 2010 Comments: 0

Memorials and headstones come in many different materials, colors and sizes, and so choosing between them can be confusing and tiring.

You should start with the color. What was your loved ones favorite color? Granite headstones come in nearly every color, so do not think that you are restricted to choosing from black, white and gray.Most cemeteries allow various colors of headstones and memorials, unfortunately churchyards are stricter. Your cemetery or churchyard should be able to provide you with a copy of the rules and regulations.

Once you have chosen your color, spend some time thinking about what writing should be engraved onto the headstone or memorial. You should definitely include the name of the deceased, and the dates of their birth and death, but you are not limited to just that. Consider adding one of their favorite sayings, or some words that best describe them.

The majority of headstones and memorials come in set sizes. Bigger does not necessarily mean better; a smaller, better quality one can be just as nice. Churchyards will only permit headstones or memorials under a certain height, but most cemeteries will allow them to be of any size of your choosing.You can also personalize it with a design or picture. Lots of different designs are available to be laser etched or sandblasted on to it. These can range from simple flower headers and crosses to a portrait of your loved one, or engravings of their favorite pastime or pet.

You can get ideas by looking on the Internet, as there are plenty of websites that have online catalogs of headstones and memorials. You can also take a walk around a churchyard or cemetery in your local area to see which styles look most appropriate.As with everything in life, prices will vary and are normally negotiable, so be sure to enquire about discounts and be prepared to shop around. Once your order has been placed, you can expect the memorial or headstone to be ready within a month.

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At ‘Granite Memorials‘ we pride ourselves in providing stunning timeless memorials that our clients are delighted with.