A headstone memorializes a loved one for generations to come, but finding the right one can be an intimidating process. Material, shape, and color are all important attributes, but you want something that will stand the test of time and reflect the personality of the one you lost. Here are a few reasons why granite is a worthy choice.

Three Benefits of Granite Headstones

1. Durability

Granite is pressurized by molten activity in the earth, which removes the air and tightly packs the remaining molecules together. This process creates a dense and durable material. Several other minerals, such as quartz, feldspar, and biotite, are caught in the molten process, providing alternate color patterns and densities across different quarries. Granite headstones often seem untouched by the elements decades after they were placed.

2. Aesthetics

Granite takes on differing coloring, from white to black, depending on its location. Some cemeteries may have policies in place restricting certain colored headstones, so check with them prior to making your choice.

Granite is polished and cut to the required shape. It’s a prime choice for carving, engraving, and laser-etching as well. Many providers have precut patterns, but if you desire something specific, just ask. In many cases, they will accommodate your wishes.

3. Maintenance

Granite is resistant to scratching, sun, and inclement weather. Due to its density, water and other liquids can’t be absorbed easily, but a headstone under a shaded tree that’s watered often may still attract mold on the surface. In general, though, maintaining granite requires only mild dish soap and water to remove the accumulated dust, dirt, and bird leftovers.

If you’re looking for the right headstone for your loved one, trust the professionals at Derrick Monument Company Inc in Le Roy, NY. Since 1915, this family-owned and -operated business has known the significance of each gravestone and uses artistic skill to add sensitivity and emotion into every marker. They treat every customer with the highest level of respect and will guide you through choosing the right marker, inscription, and decorative details to reflect your departed loved one. Call (585) 768-8470 for more information or visit their website to learn more about these services.