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How do you clean a marble headstonesPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 32 Likes: 0Unlike other stones, marble is very sensitive to harsh cleaning agents. It can easily be damaged if you're not careful. This is why so many marble statues deteriorate over time if they're not maintained properly. Before cleaning a headstone, make sur ......
Different Types of Marble HeadstonesPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 14 Likes: 1When buying a headstone or grave marker, you'll want to be familiar with the different types. Here are the most common types of marble headstones you'll encounter during your search.
1. Upright
Also known as block headstones, these are the ones ......
About Marble HeadstonePosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 21 Likes: 1First of all, what exactly is a marble headstone? Like other headstone designs, marble headstones are a type of grave marker. They contain information about the deceased like name, birthdate, death date, and so on. They're a form of permanent legacy to h ......
Different Types of UrnsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 22 Likes: 0You may assume that there's only one type of urn, but they actually come in several sizes. Make sure you purchase the right-sized urn for your needs.
* Standard urn: According to the Cremation Association of North America, an industry-standard urn sho ......
Granite ColumbariumsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 13 Likes: 1A columbarium is a long-lasting permanent structure with recessed niches to respectfully store cremation urns. They range in size, style and appearance and have been around for thousands of years.
Why choose a columbarium?
Columbariums are excellent fo ......
Benefits of Using Granite Monuments and TombstonePosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 15 Likes: 2If you want the tombstone to be long-lasting, retaining its aesthetic appeal and weathering elements - rain, hail or shine. Granite is one of the most durable stones, making it an excellent material for headstones. Unlike slate, it won't stain as marble can. ......
Marble VS Granite MemorialsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 20 Likes: 3Deciding and choosing which is better tombstone marble or granite is all your personal choice. As all stones can get weathered due to various chemicals and physical processes. Marbles get weathered easily and start to develop cracks if the headstone is locat ......
Material for Making Granite MemorialsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 6 Likes: 0Headstone is used for any stone made memorial for a cemetery plot. For decades, headstones were being used to pay respect for a loved one who has passed away. Different cultures use some kind of memorial headstones as a tribute to dead persons with some sort ......
Sizes Available in Granite TombstonesPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 10 Likes: 2Tombstone are made in custom sizes, however as per the physique of human body, the tombstone can be prepared in following sizes.
Standard size for a single grave is:
16” by 8”
24” by 12”
28” by 16”
36” by 18” (centered over 2 side by side graves)
4 ......
Taj Mahal Quartzite CostPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 18 Likes: 0This light beige stone with light brown veins takes its name from one of the most iconic monuments in India because of their color similarities. Taj Mahal Quartzite has gained its populari ......
White Macaubas Quartzite CostPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 11 Likes: 4To add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your kitchen or living space, consider White Macaubas Quartzite. This off-white stone features long, straight veins of various shades of gr ......
Fantasy Brown Quartzite CostPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 10 Likes: 0For those looking to introduce more color into their design, Fantasy Brown Quartzite might be a perfect choice. With a unique, marbled mix of white, brown, green and grey veins, this quart ......
Super White Quartzite CostPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 10 Likes: 1If you're looking for a stone that most resembles marble, but comes with way less maintenance, look no further than Super White Quartzite. These slabs are often mistaken for marble by ......
Classic White Quartzite CostPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 9 Likes: 0As one of the best sellers in the quartzite family, this stone provides strong gray veining on a nearly perfect white background with just the right amount of sparkle under the right light ......
Cost vs Benefit of Quartzite CountertopsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 11 Likes: 2Many buyers see quartzite countertops as a great alternative to marble, because of the many similarities in color and veining patterns. And while marble is not a recommended material for countertop surfaces in high traffic areas, quartzite is a great natural ......
6 Most Popular Quartzite Countertop ColorsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 13 Likes: 3Quartzite can have two different looks—one bolder and dark and the other light and creamy. The color of the quartzite can sometimes vary depending on where it was quarried or the minerals that were present when it formed. This stone typically comes in white, ......
Pros and Cons of Natural Quartzite CountertopsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 8 Likes: 2Choosing the right kitchen material for the countertops is the best decision you can make for your new home. Many people are confused on whether to use quartz or quartzite material for their countertops.
Quartzite is a naturally mined metamorphic rock wit ......
Benefits of Quartzite Countertops and SlabsPosted Date: 2023/11/20 Visitors: 6 Likes: 0Quartzite countertops and quartzite slabs offer a range of benefits for any home. It is highly resistant to staining and scratching, making it a great choice for any kitchen or bathroom. Quartzite is also heat resistant, making it perfect for any cooking sur ......
Agate Countertop CostPosted Date: 2023/11/19 Visitors: 4 Likes: 0On average, agate countertops can cost anywhere from $10,000 to $15,000. If you break it down in square footage, the range is at $300 to $500 inclusive of installation.
The reason why the price is so steep is because of the fact that these countertop mat ......
Backlit Agate CountertopsPosted Date: 2023/11/19 Visitors: 10 Likes: 0A decorative natural stone such as agate can be a creative opportunity of unlimited proportions. Backlighting is a simple technology with immense benefits on the aesthetic appeal of these agate types of kitchen countertops as well as on your kitchen in its e ......
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