Why is Granite Monument Benches Better?

Granite...metal...wood...cement...marble, there are plenty of options when you are looking to commemorate a loved one through a granite bench memorial. Deciding what material to use for your bench memorial can be tricky, but we want to help you decide.

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Of course, we recommend granite bench memorials, but we want to help you understand why we believe they are the best available. Besides their beauty, constructing your bench memorial from granite will stand the test of time.

Granite and its nature

Granite Bench memorials are a great option because of the very nature of granite itself. Granite is formed by the earth through volcanic activity. Of course, it will be more durable, and weather resistant. When granite is found it is almost always very large, and able to be moved in tack because of its strength and durability. It only makes sense it would be the choice material of many builders throughout history for monuments they want to last many generations to come.

Low Maintenance Beauty

You may be able to find bench memorials in many material options, some less costly than others, but will they really save you money in the end? We can all agree that when we take the time to erect a memorial for a lost loved one, we want the very best available. We want that memorial to look beautiful from the beginning, and we hope it will stay that way for as long as possible. For this very reason, we believe granite bench memorials are the way to go. Granite has very little maintenance over time. Wood may require painting or weather conditioning. Metal may tarnish or rust and will need to be protected against these things and cement, though durable, many times will require more frequent cleaning. Maintaining these less expensive options may turn out to be no savings at all.

In addition to contacting friends and family, and scheduling a memorial service, selecting a memorial is difficult. Of course, there are several different options for a memorial, each with a slightly different focal point. At St. Charles Monuments, we believe that a granite memorial bench is an elegant, personal way to honor a loved one's memory.

A loved one's passing is a stressful time for the entire family. In fact, there's likely nothing more painful or disorienting. That's why the team at St. Charles Monuments hold our work in a solemn regard. We consider it our mission not only to provide monuments for Long Island, but to guide them through an extraordinarily difficult time.

Originally published on July 19, , this post has been updated for relevancy and accuracy.

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Stand Out Amongst Upright Monuments

An individual burial plot can sometimes be difficult to locate amongst the numerous other gravestones. However, with a granite memorial bench, you can locate your destination immediately. The unique shape, distinct silhouette and larger scale of granite benches eliminate the challenge that you may have when visiting a burial site.

Create a Relaxing Atmosphere

A granite memorial bench encourages a sense of positive, respectful visits from family members and friends. Without a place to sit down in reflection, it can sometimes be difficult to pay your respects to loved ones.

Additionally, granite memorial benches give visitors the opportunity to relax and reflect on their times with loved ones. This makes for visitation sessions that are much more meaningful, and create a more relaxed atmosphere. A granite memorial bench makes for a much better environment for positive reflection.

Donate a Memorial Bench

Granite memorial benches can be placed outside the cemetery as well. If your loved one has been particularly influenced by or active in an organization, then donating a memorial bench will remind people of the importance of contributing to a cause.

Donating a bench in the name of a longtime school teacher, a devoted parish member, or a committed non-profit organization member will help keep the memory of an organization alive forever.

Conclusion

A granite memorial bench is a tasteful, purposeful and customizable way to construct a monument for your loved ones. Furthermore, it's a sophisticated and heartfelt way to remember family members, as well as a formative way to keep a legacy alive.

At St. Charles Monuments, we are dedicated to helping you create your ideal monument. Contact us with any questions or special requests.

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