A vital part of human culture has always been the way in which we commemorate our lost loved ones. This natural conclusion to the cycle of life facilitates a profound emotional reaction in all of us, where we grieve our departed friends and family in a myriad of complex ways.
One way in which many of us commemorate our dearly departed is with a headstone to mark out their physical grave. This can provide an important place to visit as well as a gathering point to share in grief with others. As such mourners often desire to keep gravestones in good condition, where they are particularly prone to wear and tear over the years.
Read on for a look at some of the ways you can maintain and care for your loved one’s grave.
Grounds Clearance
If your headstone is positioned in a graveyard, then there may be a professional grounds manager who takes care of individual graves. But you may also wish to take care of your loved one’s headstone more closely, in which case you can remove any surrounding weeds and climbing vegetation to help protect the grave and keep it looking at its best.
Laying Flowers
A common way in which loved ones can adorn a grave is with flowers, which are typically left at the base of a headstone to mark anniversaries or as a sign of continued devotion. These can be kept in good condition by regularly replacing the flowers, or you can plant perennial blooms around the grave for a more long lasting tribute.
Messages & Gifts
Some may also wish to leave handwritten messages and small gifts around the grave. These can be wrapped or laminated to protect them from the elements, where any physical tokens should be well managed to prevent the build-up of debris around the grave site.
Cleaning The Stone
Some graveyards will conduct regular cleaning of headstones, whilst others will depend on individual maintenance. Marble or granite headstones can be easily wiped clean, whilst older stones may require more intensive cleaning to keep the lettering visible over the years.
Professional Support
Maintaining one or several headstones can be a weighty burden, especially if these are in need of a deep clean or expert restoration. Always reach out to a memorial professional for assistance with more intensive grave management tasks.
Stewarton Memorials: Commemorative Headstones To Help You Remember Your Loved One
At Stewarton Memorials, we specialise in commemorative gravestones of all kinds, where our custom headstones can be made to order and engraved with your personalised message.
We also offer a comprehensive memorial restoration service to keep your loved one’s headstone looking its best. Get in touch with our team today to find out more about how we can help.
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