Buying a Headstone: From Your First Appointment to Installation
This guide explains how arranging a memorial works, what to bring to your first appointment and what happens from choosing the design through to installation.
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Granite vs Marble vs York Stone: Which Is Best for a Headstone?
Granite, marble and York stone each offer a very different look and have their own advantages. We explain the key differences, how each material ages and what to consider when choosing the right stone for a memorial.
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Guidance On Finding The Words For A Memorial
This guide covers what an inscription needs to contain, advice on making it personal, and future proofing it so you don't run out of space. Also included is some helpful suggestions for when you're struggling to find the right words.
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How to Care for a Polished Granite Memorial
In this guide you will find instructions of what to, and not to do with your polished granite memorial, the guide covers important safety aspects, what you will need in order to clean your memorial, and what you should avoid doing to avoid causing unintended damage or premature ageing of the finish.
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