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19 Apr

Benefits of Designing a Monument Online

July 2, 2021
By Nick Kurz

Designing a monument online has so many benefits. With all of the technology available these days, the possibilities are pretty much en...

26 Mar

Headstone Planning

Headstone and Grave Marker Design Checklist

March 26, 2021
By Nick Kurz

A person's headstone is a lasting reminder of who that person will live on for centuries. So, their headstone needs to represent who th...

19 Mar

Headstone Planning

Mistakes to Avoid When Pre-Planning a Memorial

June 2, 2021
By Nick Kurz

Pre-planning your memorial is a smart idea, but in the end, many people don’t end up pre-planning their memorial. 61% of people believe...

26 Feb

Headstone Questions

The Difference Between Headstones and Grave Markers?

January 24, 2023
By Nick Kurz

When discussing burial monuments, some terms seem similar but have a few very distinctive differences. Grave markers and headstones are...

18 Feb

Headstone Maintenance

How to Clean a Cemetery Monument

January 24, 2023
By Nick Kurz

Cemetery monuments should last a very long time, but a handful of things can affect a monuments’ appearance. Weather conditions like sn...

29 Jan

Headstone Planning

Traditional Engraving vs. Laser Etching

January 29, 2021
By Nick Kurz

When you are going through options for a headstone design, the wording and pictures that go on it are just as crucial as the monument i...

14 Jan

Headstone Planning

Popular Headstone Colors and What They Mean

January 24, 2023
By Nick Kurz

When a loved one passes away, their headstone is the place for loved ones to preserve their memory. You have to consider many options l...

07 Dec

Headstone Planning

How to Choose the Right Headstone Inscription

January 24, 2023
By Nick Kurz

Designing a headstone is not an easy process. You are under a lot of pressure and stress, both mentally and emotionally. Choosing the i...

18 Nov

Headstone Planning

Designing a Headstone for Your Loved One

July 2, 2021
By Nick Kurz

When someone passes, planning a funeral and burial is often the last thing their loved ones want to do. However, a fitting burial and f...

04 Nov

Headstone Planning

Understanding the Costs of a Custom Monument

January 24, 2023
By Nick Kurz

When a family member passes, one of the added costs is the monument. Headstones and monuments can be pricey, depending on what you are ...