Headstones and other types of memorials have come in all shapes and sizes over the generations. Experienced stone carvers can create almost limitless shapes, and where cemeteries permit, many people choose to have a more unique shape to the traditional. Here are 15 of the most common shapes you can request from most personalized headstone […]
When to Clean or Restore a Headstone?
You want to keep your loved one’s headstone looking it’s best, and importantly you want it to stand the test of time, serving as a testament to their life. It can be upsetting when adverse weather takes it’s toll on headstones. Often memorials can be freshened up with a simple clean, other times they might […]
6 Monument Design Ideas for a Loved One
Thinking about something a little more special than your usual headstone or monument design? Deciding on a gravestone for a loved one is an important, but often challenging decision to make. Here are some ideas to give you some inspiration and possibly put you on the path to a design that’s right for you, and […]
6 Reasons to Choose a Granite Monument
When you commission a personalized monument you expect a long-standing testament that will last the test of time. To ensure this, it is important that you carefully select the right material to ensure your loved one’s memory will continue to live on. Granite is by far the top choice when it comes to a durable […]
Risks When Buying Headstones Online
Deciding on a headstone for a loved one can be a difficult experience for anyone. Oftentimes people may find that a solution is to search online, where they can browse from thousands of pre-made designs quickly and easily. When buying a headstone, however, it is always important never to rush. A headstone is a long […]
How to Clean Stone Memorials Safely
Stone memorials are very robust and durable when left to nature’s elements – but when it comes to man-made chemicals and cleaning processes they’re a little more vulnerable. We are often asked about the best way to keep headstones and memorials clean. The first rule is to ask yourself: 1. “Does it really need […]
Why Memorialists Use Barre Granite
Many headstone and memorial companies use barre granite – R H Snow included. The stone, quarried in Vermont USA and is considered one of the finest and strongest in the world. It’s been used for over a century by memorial makers for it’s superior quality and ease of crafting. This special type of granite holds […]
Inscription Ideas for Headstones
Finding the right lasting inscription to include on a headstone can be difficult. A fitting tribute that will memorialise a loved one for years and decades can be an overwhelming. Trying to find the perfect message that is personal and fitting to your loved one is not an easy thing to do without knowing […]
Memorial Symbols & Their Meanings
For anyone unfamiliar with creating a family headstone or memorial, knowing where to begin with a design can seem like a whole new world. Walk around local cemeteries and you’ll find headstones with a variety of designs, shapes and styles; very often including one, two or several symbols. People choose symbols for varying reasons, often […]