Things You'll Need:
- Yellow Pages
- Recommendations
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Step 1
Contact a manufacturer of grave markers and set up an appointment to meet. It's best if you get a recommendation from a trusted source, or you can look in the yellow pages under "Monuments."
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Step 2
Go to the monument company personally and look at photos of the types of grave markers the manufacturer provides.
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Step 3
Select the material for the headstone. Granite is most popular (and comes in a variety of colors), but you may also choose bronze or marble. Have the company show you actual samples of these materials.
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Step 4
Choose the type, size and shape of stone you desire. Remember that many cemeteries have limitations regarding headstone type and size. The monument company should review these limitations for you before you order the stone.
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Step 5
Determine what information will appear on the stone. Most monument companies include a certain number of letters or words in the price of the stone, but if you want more information, more elaborate carving, or pictures to appear on the headstone, you will have to pay more.
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Step 6
Go back to the company to approve the final layout. Before the information is carved into the stone, you will need to approve the design on paper.
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Step 7
Allow four to six weeks for completion of the carved stone.
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Step 8
Check the marker to be sure all information is correct.
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Step 9
Have the stone set. Either the monument company or the cemetery will be responsible for setting the stone, but you will have to pay an installation fee regardless of who sets it.








Comments
headstone said
on 5/9/2009 The best place that I have found online to purchase headstones is Headstones and Memorials at http://www.headstonesandmemorials.com/
FrogMorris said
on 3/18/2008 I found this page had some helpful information about the process of choosing a memorial :
http://www.norfolkstonemasons.co.uk/memorial_FAQ.html
FrogMorris said
on 3/18/2008 I found this page had some helpful information about the process of choosing a memorial :
http://www.norfolkstonemasons.co.uk/memorial_FAQ.html
FrogMorris said
on 3/18/2008 I found this site helpful, it has lots of guidance for choosing a memorial. http://www.norfolkstonemasons.co.uk/memorial_FAQ.html
sa007jb said
on 3/19/2007 I dealt with Interstate Granite through their website http://www.monumentsinstone.com to purchase a companion headstone. I was very impressed with their care and support while we went through the design process. To anyone intimidated to order a monument for your loved one online, put your mind at ease. It is easier in many ways because you can review designs from home without the pressure of a someone being around while you make this timeless and difficult decision.