Granite grave monuments will eternise a loved one forever. The design should not just express your loved one’s personal tastes but could show the way in which they lived their life.
Making a selection during this hard period can be very stressful. The purpose of this guide is to aid you to make a more informed decision, without letting emotions cloud your judgement.
Style
All public graveyards have precise rules on what they will allow to be installed inside their graveyards. This means that it is essential for you to understand these regulations. If the graveyards rules and regulations are not followed, the graveyard has the right to refuse the installation of granite grave monuments. The bylaws will mention the maximum or precise sizes and materials allowed. A copy of the inscription is also provided for checking to make sure it contains nothing disagreeable.
Size
You will need to know if the grave plot you are marking is a double, single, child plot or cremation. You will also need to know which area the plot is in, this will also help decide the required size.
Material
Granite is without a doubt is the most durable material and is proven to last with very little change for centuries. It’s available in a range of finishes and colours and is the toughest stone of all. Due to its wide availability, it’s also the least pricey. Many graveyards will only allow granite grave monuments.
Finish
Choose your stonemason carefully as all are not equal; some will only have a showroom and contract out installation and engraving. We advise a full-service mason who engrave and install themselves and while they have a wide variety of grave memorials in Melbourne, like granite headstones and bases in stock, also polish and cut granite themselves. A manufacturer will usually be less costly as there is no middleman.
Design
Some families want to select a granite headstone that fits in with others in the area, while some select granite grave monuments to deliberately stand out. In either case, it’s a good idea to visit the cemetery so you can get a feel for the other monuments in the area.
Depending on your family circumstance, you may be thinking to have more than one person buried in the same or adjoining plot. This will have an impact on the type of grave monuments you pick. Also, your monumental mason will need to leave space for a second inscription and more tracery designs to be put in the future. If you are selecting a double plot, you will have to plan the grave monuments a little more carefully.
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