The material of choice for gravestones today is generally granite, since it is durable and comes in a variety of crystalline textures and colors. Bronze gravestones are also worth mentioning here though, as they are also a popular choice.
Whatever the choice of material, gravestone memorials need regular tending in order to maximize their durability and to keep inscriptions as legible as possible. It is also a nice way to show that you are still thinking about the person who has passed away.
As for granite, because of its durability, the gravestone will not be damaged by forceful scrubbing. Some people might be wary of using too much force and causing damage, but this is almost impossible with granite.
Should hardened water have left calcium deposits on a polished granite memorial, which can often give a hazy coating, the polished surface can be scrubbed using water and a detergent or non-ionic soap. A heavy duty, non-metallic scouring pad is recommended, although care must always be taken to check that it is safe to use it on granite. …show more content…
If using one though, be careful not to direct it straight at any engraved or colored areas, as regularly doing so can diminish their effect.
Moving on to bronze gravestones, these are slightly more complicated to clean. The reason being that they are typically made from not just bronze, but also one or two other materials, which are normally used as a base.
The bronze part of the gravestone will have had a lacquer coating applied to it which will seal its original appearance in the short term. However, over time, the weather will cause this coating to deteriorate, and the bronze will then also be susceptible to
Whatever the choice of material, gravestone memorials need regular tending in order to maximize their durability and to keep inscriptions as legible as possible. It is also a nice way to show that you are still thinking about the person who has passed away.
As for granite, because of its durability, the gravestone will not be damaged by forceful scrubbing. Some people might be wary of using too much force and causing damage, but this is almost impossible with granite.
Should hardened water have left calcium deposits on a polished granite memorial, which can often give a hazy coating, the polished surface can be scrubbed using water and a detergent or non-ionic soap. A heavy duty, non-metallic scouring pad is recommended, although care must always be taken to check that it is safe to use it on granite. …show more content…
If using one though, be careful not to direct it straight at any engraved or colored areas, as regularly doing so can diminish their effect.
Moving on to bronze gravestones, these are slightly more complicated to clean. The reason being that they are typically made from not just bronze, but also one or two other materials, which are normally used as a base.
The bronze part of the gravestone will have had a lacquer coating applied to it which will seal its original appearance in the short term. However, over time, the weather will cause this coating to deteriorate, and the bronze will then also be susceptible to