{"title":"Choosing a Tombstone for a Family Member","description":"\u003ch1\u003eChoosing a Tombstone for a Family Member\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Choosing a tombstone\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/9819\/6355\/files\/choosing-tombstones.jpg?v=1772727197\" style=\"float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;\"\u003eChoosing a \u003ca href=\"\/headstones-s\/19.htm\"\u003etombstone\u003c\/a\u003e for your loved one is not an easy thing to do, but this article will help you \n\tthrough the process. Ordering a tombstone for your loved one is an important step in the healing process. \n            The completed tombstone is an everlasting tribute that can be \n            cherished for years to come. \n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tWhen choosing a tombstone or \u003ca href=\"\/headstones-s\/19.htm\"\u003egrave marker\u003c\/a\u003e, \n            there are several things that need to be taken into consideration. \n            First and foremost it is important to know what the \u003ca href=\"\/Cemetery-Headstones-s\/400.htm\"\u003e\tCemetery Rules \u0026amp; Regulations\u003c\/a\u003e for tombstones are. \n            Having this information beforehand is crucial to ensure the right \n            memorial is ordered the first time.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tProbably the biggest deciding factor in \n            choosing a tombstone is the cost. Many people have been deterred \n            from \u003ca href=\"\/Affordable-Headstones-s\/401.htm\"\u003epurchasing a memorial\u003c\/a\u003e or had to settle on downsizing their choice simply \n            because high prices.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tOnce you know what kind of memorial can be placed on the grave you can consider the different \n            options you have in choosing a memorial. They include: \n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Materials\/Construction \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Selecting a size that is suitable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Granite color and vase option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Choosing a meaningful design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Personalization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials: Bronze or Granite \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tIf the cemetery grants you the option of choosing \n            either bronze or granite for a memorial here are some things \n            to consider.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBronze Grave Markers \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/bronze-grave-markers-s\/221.htm\"\u003eBronze grave markers\u003c\/a\u003e are very popular \n            and their use is growing rapidly throughout the country in memorial \n            parks. Many modern memorial parks only allow bronze markers\n            to be used as a memorial because it gives the cemetery a uniform \n            look and it is easier to maintain the grounds. \n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\t    Bronze grave markers are made from an alloy \n            consisting of copper, tin and trace amounts of lead and zinc. \n            They are usually mounted to a base of granite, concrete or in \n            some cases a composite material. The person's name and dates\n            as well as the design are cast on a bronze plaque which is then \n            hand finished and given a protective coating. If the bronze marker is for a person that is still living, the final date can be\n added on a scroll (another name for \n            a small plaque that is attached to the existing bronze \nplaque).\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGranite Tombstones\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/granite-cemetery-markers-s\/396.htm\"\u003eGranite tombstones\u003c\/a\u003e are the most popular \n            form of cemetery memorials. Practically all of cemeteries \n            in the US allow  some form of granite memorials. Natural stone  is one of the oldest forms of  \n            memorialization and granite is the best possible choice. \n            This is because granite is a  durable stone and one of \n            the hardest substances on earth. \n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tGranite Tombstones are made from granite\n\tthat has been quarried from the earth. Utilizing specialized\n machinery and skilled craftsmen, the granite stone is cut \n            to a specified size and finished normally with a polished \nsurface. \n            An artist will design the memorial complete with name and \ndates, \n            which is then engraved onto the stone surface by means of \nsandblasting. \n            If the granite tombstone is a pre-need tombstone the final \ndate(s) \n            will be added by simply sandblasting the final date on the \ntombstone \n            at the time of need. This is usually done on-site at the \ncemetery. \n            A space for it is already provided for it when the memorial \n            was first produced.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTombstone Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tMany cemeteries regulate the  size of \n            the tombstone  that can be placed on the grave \n            space. Some offer a minimum and maximum size and as long as \nthe tombstone is within these guidelines it will be okay. Other \ncemeteries are very strict with their size requirements and will only \nallow particular sizes for tombstones. It is very important to select a \ntombstone that is within the size requirements.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tYou will want to select a monument dealer \nthat offers a range of sizes to accommodate your needs and the \nrequirements of the cemetery.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Granite Colors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThe color of a granite tombstone can be a \n            very important decision. Some people choose a color based on\n            personal reasoning. Others choose  color so that it sets \nitself apart from others \n            in the cemetery. Some cemeteries restrict the color of \ngranite being used for a \n            tombstone or grave marker. You will want to verify with the \ncemetery if they have any granite color requirements before making a \npurchase.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThere is a wide variety of granite colors \navailable for a tombstone, but not all monument dealers will carry them.\n In fact most dealers carry a selection that represents the major color \ngroups.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVase Option\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tMany people who visit a loved one's grave \n            in the cemetery bring flowers to  the grave site. \n            A \u003ca href=\"\/cemetery-vases-s\/220.htm\"\u003ecemetery flower vase\u003c\/a\u003e is a very convenient option on a tombstone or \n            grave marker. It accents the memorial when filled with fresh\n            or silk flowers and brings beauty to the resting place of \nyour \n            loved one. Most \u003ca href=\"\/Monuments-Custom-Memorials-s\/391.htm\"\u003eupright tombstones\u003c\/a\u003e have a place on either \nside of the base for the placement of a flower vase. Flat grave markers \ncan have a hole cored to accommodate a bronze flower vase. Bronze vases,\n when not in use,  \n            can be turned upside down and placed flush into the \nmemorial.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Design \u0026amp; Layout \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tProbably the most important aspect of \n            a tombstone or grave marker is the design. \n            Many families placed such importance on this area since they \n            feel it is a reflection of the person the memorial is for. A \u003ca href=\"\/Headstone-Designs-s\/413.htm\"\u003eheadstone design\u003c\/a\u003e can \n            depict a scenic location, a favorite flower or a have religious \n            significance. A design can be further personalized by the use \n            of emblems.  \n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tYou will find there are limitless \ndesign possibilities for creating a memorial tombstone. They include an\n array of floral, religious \n            and scenic motifs just to name a few. When choosing a design\n you \n            may want to consider the \u003ca href=\"\/Cemetery-Symbolism-s\/415.htm\"\u003esymbolism\u003c\/a\u003e behind many of the different elements within a particular memorial \n            design. For example a dogwood  design features the \n            dogwood tree's flowers and leaves around the border. The dogwood \n            flower symbolizes Christianity, divine sacrifice, triumph of \n            eternal life, and resurrection. Choosing a tombstone with symbolism \n            significant to the deceased is much more fitting.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTombstone Personalization\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tAfter you have selected all other options \n            you now have the opportunity to personalize the tombstone. You \n            start with the person's name, date of birth and date of death. \n            You can further personalize the tombstone or grave marker with \n            emblems or adding an \u003ca href=\"\/Headstone-Epitaphs-s\/416.htm\"\u003eepitaph\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tAn emblem is an image or insignia of \n            a particular interest such as a sport, religion, hobby, military \n            branch, animal, vehicle to name a few. They are usually 2\" - \n            4\" in size and are cast on a bronze plaque or sandblasted on \n            a granite tombstone.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tAs you can see there is plenty to learn \n            regarding the choice of a tombstone for a family member. We \n            hope this section was beneficial to you in your quest for information \n            on choosing a  tombstone.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.everlifememorials.com\/collections\/choosing-a-tombstone-for-a-family-member.oembed","provider":"Everlife Memorials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}