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Stone Selection Colour
Stone selection is one of the first steps in the memorial design. Sandstone, Marble and Granite can be used. Granite is the most popular
and most recommended due to its durability, strength and low water absorption. Below are samples of the typical granites that can
be selected. You also have the option of selecting an Australian stone or imported equivalent when purchasing.
Finishes
Stone can come in many different finishes these include:
Polished
Sawn Finish
Rustic/ Rock face
Sand Blasted
Exfoliated
Tooled / Chiseled Finish
Bush Hammered
Stone is a natural product and subject to variations in colour and structure. Good stone selection and quality control systems will
ensure memorials are free from other defects like chips and imperfections. Colour enhancers, sealants and chemicals should not
to be used on the memorials.
Style
Depending on the council regulations many designs and sizes are available. Due to the improvement of manufacturing equipment and advances
in technology there is a myriad of shapes and sizes to choose from. Memorials can be made in many forms, some of these are:
Flat Lawn Plaques
Sloped Desks
Headstone and Base
Full Single Grave Memorial
Double Grave Memorial
Family Chapel
Columbarium Wall
Cenotaph
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Inscription and Lettering Inscription Method
Incised : Lettering is sandblasted into memorial approximately 3mm in depth, leaving background raised.Raised : Background is sandblasted into memorial approximately 3mm in depth with borders, leaving letters raised.Hand V-Cut : Lettering or lead letters in Marble is available on request to match existing inscription.Laser etched : removes the darker polished surface of the stone to show the contrast of the natural stone. This
method of inscription cannot be coloured and can only be done on black granite.
Inscription Colour
Gold/Gilded : 24k Gold leaf is applied with two coats of gold size, the approximate lifespan of the gold is 10-
15 years for upright memorials.White Enamel : Two coats of high quality gloss enamel is applied and has a lifespan of approximately 5- 7 years
on an upright memorial.Natural : Sandblasted finish, best contrast is achieved with black and darker granites.Other : Your own Selection of colour.
Font Type
Arial Rounded
Times New Roman
Handwriting
Old English
Other : Your own font/language characters.
Heading Suggestions
In Loving Memory Of
Cherished Memories Of
Treasured Memories Of
Forever In Our Hearts
Middle Text Suggestions
Who Passed away
Passed Away
Beloved Husband and Father
Beloved Wife and Mother
Our Dear Son
Our Dear Daughter
Beloved
Departed This Life
Died
Given Life This Day
Taken Into Gods Care
Epitaph Suggestions
He lived life to the fullest.
Tender mother, a faithful friend.
In God's care.
The Lord is my shepherd.
A friend to many and sadly missed.
Love never ends.
Loving memories last forever.
Too well loved to be forgotten.
He touched the lives of many.
Step softly, a dream lies buried here.
Always in our hearts.
Our little angel.
Of tender heart and generous spirit.
How beautiful life was to me.
Love is eternal.
Generous of heart, constant of faith.
May the peace of the Lord be with you.
God is our refuge and our strength.
Gone to tend God's garden.
Till we meed again.
Forever in our hearts.
R.I.P
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Images Laser Etched
Photos, images, artwork and text can be etched into granite memorials of any size and shape. Laser etching can only be done in black granite
to allow for a good contrast of colour for the image. A full size original of the image or high resolution scan is the best to supply to
ensure that best quality is achieved.
Ceramic
Ceramic Photos can be supplied in either coloured or black and white. These can also be set in a bronze frame. When submitting a photographic
image for reproduction for either a ceramic casting or laser etching, you will need to advise if the background will need to remain or
if an outline needs to be made.
Sandblasted Images and Logos
This list is an indicative sample of what can be sandblasted, pending trademark™, copyright© or registrar® approval. We have numerous
image designs for borders, book outlines, logos, flags and maps. Please forward any specialised requests for approval.
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Additional Features
Bronze Plaques can be supplied in a multitude of sizes and shapes and coloured backgrounds.
Statues in Stone, Porcelain or Bronze
Majolica
Flower Vases in either Stone or Bronze
Granite Candle Holders
Crosses in Stone, Porcelain or Bronze
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Information Installation
All work by will comply with Australian standard AS4204-1994 (Headstones and cemetery monuments) and council requirements. All work will be
undertaken by fully qualified stonemasons. Consideration will need to be made for foundation, fixing detail and materials and engineers
design when ordering.
After Sales
Services include cleaning, plastering, new floors, repainting or regilding an existing inscription. Added inscriptions can be undertaken to
match the existing inscription, these can be done onsite or at the factory.
Ensure no chemicals are used in the cleaning process as these can cause damage and discolouration to the natural stone and inscription. Particular
care should be taken when cleaning near the inscription. We recommend cleaning with water and a nylon brush in a trial area. With mould
and lichens an application of a Quaternary Ammonium (2%) product like “Wet n Forget™” will not cause damage to the memorial.
Queensland Heritage Masonry are licensed stonemasons with the Queensland Building Services Authority (QBSA LIC. 102 4610) and members of the
Qld National Trust and Queensland Master Builders association.
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