Materials and Finishes

There are a wide range of options available in materials and finishes for all memorial headstones and gravestones. Here we have explained the different types with some example material images.

Granite can come in a huge variety of black, red, blue, grey, green or brown variations. Featuring beautiful natural patterns, it requires the greatest amount of skill to carve and inscribe, but it is so tough and dense that it usually shows no signs of corrosion over long periods of time.

South Africa Dark Grey

Black

Emerald Pearl

Heather Blue

Karin Grey

Ruby Red

Ocean Green

Beautifully white, smooth stone with subtle grey veins. It is common for marble to slowly dissolve over a long period of time when exposed to the mild acid in rainwater. Not recommended for damp areas, this material has become a symbol of refined taste and class.

Marble

Usually light in colour and known for its durable qualities, Yorkstone is a tight-grained material that has been used for centuries.

Yorkstone

Some sandstone is very durable to the point that chisel marks can still be seen centuries on, but it is sometimes prone to weathering called delimitation. Similar to marble, this material is not recommended for damp areas.

Sandstone / Natural Stone

Here are the most common finishes for memorial headstones and gravestones. Your choice is completely personal however, it’s also dictated by the cemetery guidelines.