{"title":"Installing a Grave Marker in a Cemetery","description":"\u003ch1\u003eInstalling A Grave Marker In A Cemetery\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tGrave markers are used to mark the grave of a loved one. In most cases cemeteries \n            offer installation services for a \n\tgrave marker in their cemetery. \n            If you have ordered a \n\tgrave marker for a loved one and it \n            needs to be set in a cemetery that is in a rural area or does not \n            offer installation services, then this article will detail the installation \n            process for grave markers.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tBefore we begin let us first inform you \n            that most \n\tgrave markers weigh in excess of 100 pounds \n            and may exceed 400 pounds in weight. This article is mainly intended \n            for the installation of grave markers for an individual person \n            and not double or companion grave markers as they usually weigh \n            in excess of 200 pounds and may need special equipment for moving \n            them. Additionally it is recommended that you have someone help \n            you move the grave marker. There are two methods for installing \n\tgrave markers in a cemetery. They are with concrete and without concrete and each method will be discussed in \n            detail.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tNote: Before planning to install the grave marker yourself, first check \n            with the cemetery so that it does not conflict with their rules and regulations. Some cemeteries require any work to be handled \n            by a licensed monument installer.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling Grave Markers Without Concrete\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThis method of installation is very simple \n            and is intended for grave markers that are no larger than 24\" \n            x 12\" x 4\". This method is recommended for \n\t\u003ca href=\"\/military-grave-markers-s\/224.htm\"\u003eveteran grave markers\u003c\/a\u003e, also known as \u003ca href=\"\/military-grave-markers-s\/224.htm\"\u003emilitary grave markers\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/Infant-Baby-Headstones-s\/225.htm\"\u003einfant grave markers\u003c\/a\u003e and small granite grave markers. List of supplies Needed\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Shovel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tape Measure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Bag of sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 1 \u003c\/b\u003e- Using a tape measure, \n            measure out the size of the grave marker on the grave space where \n            it is to be set. Measure an inch more on each side to give the \n            grave marker enough play when setting it down. Example: If the \n            grave marker is 24\" x 12\" then make the outline 26\" \n            x 14\".\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 2 \u003c\/b\u003e- With the shovel dig the \n            outline of the grave marker. After this is done, then start excavating \n            the dirt and setting it to the side. Dig down as deep as the marker \n            is in thickness.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 3 \u003c\/b\u003e- Set the marker in the \n            hole and use a level to ensure it lays perfectly flat. You can \n            use sand to raise the grave marker wherever it needs it to be \n            level.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstalling Grave Markers With Concrete\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tThis method of installation is a more secure \n            installation for grave markers larger than 24\" x 12\" x 4\". \n            It is recommended for heavier grave markers such a large granite \n            grave markers and bronze \n            grave markers. List of supplies Needed\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e  Shovel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Post hole digger \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Tape Measure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Level\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 4 re-enforced steel bars 30\" in \n              length\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Steel mesh for concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Wire twist ties (for steel bars)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Hammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Empty coffee can or PVC pipe 6\"-8\" \n              in diameter (for grave markers with a vase)\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e 3-4 bags of ready mix concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Wheel barrow or mixing container\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Installing grave markers\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/9819\/6355\/files\/grave-marker-installation.png?v=1772727175\" style=\"float: right; margin: 0px 0px 10px 10px;\"\u003eStep 1 \u003c\/b\u003e- Using a tape measure, measure out the size of the grave marker \n\t    on the grave space where it is to be set. Measure an inch \n            more on each side to give the grave marker enough play when setting \n            it down. Example: If the grave marker is 24\" x 12\" \n            then make the outline 26\" x 14\".\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 2 \u003c\/b\u003e- With the shovel dig the \n            outline of the grave marker. After this is done, then start excavating \n            the dirt and setting it to the side. Dig down as deep as the marker \n            is in thickness plus an additional 4\"-6\". The total \n            depth will be around 8\"-10\"\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 3 \u003c\/b\u003e- Using a post hole digger, \n            dig two piers approximately 24\" deep and 6\" in width on the \n            outer ends of the pad. Please note if the marker has a vase, then \n            place the pier holes toward the bottom of the pad.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 4 \u003c\/b\u003e- Place 2 of the re-enforced \n            steel bars in each hole and use the hammer to set them down far \n            enough so that only 3\" of the bar rise above the surface. \n            Then place the steel mesh at the bottom and tie it to the steel \n            bars with metal twist ties.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\nNote: If the grave marker has a vase unit, then dig a shallow hole in \n            its place (normally at the top center portion of the grave marker). \n            Set the coffee can or PVC sleeve in its place before proceeding \n            to the next step. The sleeve can be removed after 2-3 hours after \n            the concrete sets up.\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 5 \u003c\/b\u003e- Once everything is ready proceed to mix the concrete in the wheel \n              barrow or mixing container. Pour the mixed concrete into the ground \n              leaving enough space for the grave marker to set flush approximately \n              4\" from the top.\n\t\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eStep 6 \u003c\/b\u003e- Using a small board smooth \n              the surface of the wet concrete so the marker will set flat when \n              installed. You can use the level at this stage to ensure the concrete \n              is level.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\tAllow 1-2 days for concrete to dry and then \n              install the grave marker in its place. It is recommended that \n              the marker be flush with the surface to ensure mowers will not damage \n              the edges of it.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.everlifememorials.com\/collections\/installing-a-grave-marker-in-a-cemetery.oembed","provider":"Everlife Memorials","version":"1.0","type":"link"}