When it comes to honoring a loved one, the headstone becomes more than just a marker – it’s a lasting tribute, a story in stone. At Forever in Stone, we specialize in crafting custom headstones that preserve memories with dignity and artistry. Every step of the headstone making process is carried out with care, ensuring each memorial reflects the uniqueness of the life it honors.
Here’s how a piece of stone is transformed into a sanctuary of remembrance.
1. Selecting the Right Stone
The process begins with choosing durable materials like granite headstones or marble. Granite remains the most popular choice because of its strength, wide color variety, and timeless appeal. The stone you select ensures your memorial will withstand weather, time, and generations of visits.
2. Designing a Custom Headstone
Every memorial tells a story. Families share memories and preferences, which help shape the headstone design. From traditional upright monuments to flat markers and custom shapes, design choices include lettering styles, symbols, and artwork. At Forever in Stone, we provide design previews so families can see their vision before engraving begins.
3. Shaping the Headstone
Our skilled craftsmen carefully cut and shape the stone into the chosen style. Precision tools ensure accuracy in dimension and symmetry, while artistry ensures every piece reflects both beauty and respect. This stage sets the foundation for engraving and detailing.
4. Engraving & Etching Details
This is where the headstone comes to life. Using techniques like headstone engraving, sandblasting, and laser etching, we inscribe names, dates, epitaphs, and personalized designs. Families often choose meaningful symbols or portraits to make the memorial deeply personal and unique.
5. Polishing & Finishing Touches
The stone is polished to achieve the desired finish – smooth, glossy, or rustic. Final detailing ensures every curve, line, and edge is flawless. These finishing touches give the headstone both durability and beauty, making it stand as a proud tribute.
6. Professional Headstone Installation
The final step is the placement of the memorial at the cemetery or resting site. Proper headstone installation is essential to ensure stability and longevity. This moment is deeply meaningful, as the completed headstone becomes a sanctuary where family and friends can reflect and honor their loved one.
Why Choose Forever in Stone?
The headstone making process is not just about stone – it’s about memory, love, and legacy. At Forever in Stone, we combine craftsmanship with compassion to create personalized headstones that last for generations. From initial design to final installation, our team ensures every detail carries respect and meaning.