Hand carved memorials are created through a combination of design, stone selection, traditional craftsmanship and careful finishing. Rather than relying entirely on automated machinery, a skilled monumental mason shapes decorative details, lettering or other features directly into the surface of
Choosing a memorial for an older churchyard requires a slightly different approach from selecting a headstone for a modern cemetery. The memorial still needs to feel personal and meaningful, but it also needs to sit comfortably within a setting that
Granite is generally regarded as one of the longest-lasting headstone materials because it is hard, dense and highly resistant to weathering. A well-made granite memorial can retain its shape, lettering and overall appearance for many decades, particularly when it is
