November 25, 2021
Monuments and graves are considered as a deceased person’s anchor to this world. It is a place where their loved ones can go to pay their respects and remember them. They are cherished, lasting reminders of beloved individuals.
However, over time, due to exposure to weather elements and other situations, they can become damaged and worn.Usually, the materials used for monuments such as granite, bronze and stainless steel are picked because of their ability to withstand the weather but after many decades of withstanding harsh conditions, they can start to deteriorate.
All monuments will eventually start to see some wear and tear, especially ones that are decades old. Fortunately, almost all monuments can be converted back to their original state after some restoration.
In this blog, we have enlisted some of the benefits of restoring a monument.
Monument restoration includes the rigorous cleaning of the headstone. Due to having to withstand snow, rain, summer winds, and other weather conditions, monuments can become stained and dirty especially if they have a porous surface. By removing the dirt and stains (such as hard water or stains from trees in the area), you will be able to better read the information and designs that are on the monument. In some cases, after proper cleaning and polishing, the monument does not require any further restoration.
If the monument is installed on a grave in a humid area, there is a chance of it becoming mouldy over time. Fortunately, getting rid of mould and mildew is a part of the initial phases of the restoration process. By cleaning the surfaces and removing things like mould, lichen, etc. from the monument, you can restore the surface of the monument to how it originally looked before the surface became soiled.
If the monument is very old, the text and design etched on it are most likely not visible. Restoring the text will help people identify the grave better. If the monument was originally highlighted, restoring it will bring back the lettering and design so it can be easily seen again.
If the monument is broken, restoring it will depend on how many pieces need to be restored. If it is broken into two pieces – we can use an epoxy used specifically for monuments to restore the monument. However, if there are more than two pieces, restoring it will be a much more difficult procedure. Depending on where the breaks are, the monument may have to be replaced.
Monument restoration entails a number of different services, these include:
Let us help you honour your loved ones in the best way possible. Our specially trained staff tries to make the toughest time of your life a little bit easier by providing high-quality memorial services and products. The headstones that our craftsmen build are the best in the business. The granite headstones we provide in Alberta and Saskatchewan are guaranteed to never wear out or crack due to normal elements and weather conditions.
At Summit Memorials, we provide our customers with premium quality and well-crafted monuments, headstones, tombstones, and grave markers. For more information about our services, visit our website or contact us here today.
