They are both very similar in a lot of ways.
Bronze vs granite headstones.
Granite headstones we provide high quality granite headstones and memorials from simple to elaborate custom designs.
But for the most part quartzite is harder.
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There are a variety of design and several other options such as the color of bronze for bronze on granite memorial letter style and emblem options.
Pound for pound when it comes to bronze vs.
Granite memorials granite is ranked 7 on the mohs hardness scale of 1 to 10.
The most common materials are quartzite granite marble bronze sandstone iron and slate.
Give us a thought in these economical times to see why so.
Creating a memorial headstone serves several purposes.
Most frequently a bronze plaque is mounted onto a granite base.
Memorial options granite vs.
We are usually 50 less than standard casket prices including our handmade solid woods.
Even though it lasts a long time bronze can be a bit expensive.
Bronze is commonly used to make markers because it ages well and the inscription will still be readable after decades of weather wear.
It is thought that today s bronze memorials which are much better quality will last virtually forever.
Granite there is no comparison.
A choice that will last for generations.
Granite headstones and grave markers.
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Granite headstones and grave markers.
White marble mausoleum known as the taj mahal in india.
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When choosing a headstone grave marker or monument to remember a lost loved one it is important to consider the material that will be used.
All headstones if granite or bronze headstones can be designed to accommodate a beautiful bronze vase that is optional with every purchase.
Military headstone for a veteran spouse or dependent click here.
Expressions in bronze.
If you want a big memorial you will pay hundreds of thousands of dollars for a bronze one.
We realize the changing trends in the industry we offer a full line of customizable cremation memorials as well as our very large direct to public casket showroom.
It is one of the hardest known materials of mankind but does need to be cleaned periodically.
Designs are made into granite s hard surface by either etching or sandblasting.
If you are going to select a material for its longevity the three most common longest lasting materials are quartzite granite and marble.