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What are the benefits of using granite for headstones?

It’s no surprise that granite is such a popular choice for headstones:

• Granite is incredibly durable and can withstand harsh weather conditions
• It’s a versatile stone with many colours and finishes available
• Designs and lettering etched onto granite won’t fade
• Granite is a traditional material for headstones
• Honed granite is allowed in most churchyards

Is there a cheaper alternative to a headstone?

There are several more affordable alternatives to a traditional headstone. Memorial plaques, for example, are small engraved markers that can be placed on a grave or at a memorial site. These are typically less expensive than full headstones. A tree or plant memorial can also be a meaningful and cost-effective choice, with a living tribute that grows over time.

Which letter colour lasts longest?

The letters for your inscription can be simply cut into the stone and left plain or they can be painted black, white, silver or gold. For those looking for a premium finish, having the cut lettering gilded with gold leaf is also an option. They are all equally resillient to the weather but conditions will vary from location to location so the colour chosen should be based simply on personal choice. It is also worth noting that lettering which is placed on flat surfaces (ie on the top of a headstone base) will weather more quickly than those on the face of the headstone.