Memorial Masonry - Murray Memorials
Memorial Masonry is an age-old craft whose intrinsic trade skills and ability to produce memorials from scratch defines the true memorial mason, it is this craft combined with a commitment to providing ethical standards of service that define a Memorial Mason.
The advent of technology has revolutionized the operational landscape for businesses, providing tools like computers and machinery to aid memorial masons in their craft. Despite the shift towards smaller and less ornate memorials, the foundational craft skills and commitment to service standards persist as paramount.
A memorial headstone serves as a poignant marker placed at the head of a grave, typically adorned with details of the departed individual. This includes their name, date of birth, date of passing, along with additional inscriptions or poems, serving as a lasting tribute to their memory.
Since its establishment in 1907, the National Association of Memorial Masons has steadfastly pursued the advancement of the memorial masonry craft and the elevation of standards in workmanship and service. Additionally, the Association undertakes the crucial role of establishing industry standards and facilitating training courses for aspiring professionals in the trade.
The advent of technology has revolutionized the operational landscape for businesses, providing tools like computers and machinery to aid memorial masons in their craft. Despite the shift towards smaller and less ornate memorials, the foundational craft skills and commitment to service standards persist as paramount.
A memorial headstone serves as a poignant marker placed at the head of a grave, typically adorned with details of the departed individual. This includes their name, date of birth, date of passing, along with additional inscriptions or poems, serving as a lasting tribute to their memory.
Since its establishment in 1907, the National Association of Memorial Masons has steadfastly pursued the advancement of the memorial masonry craft and the elevation of standards in workmanship and service. Additionally, the Association undertakes the crucial role of establishing industry standards and facilitating training courses for aspiring professionals in the trade.
Murray Memorials, initially established in The Grove many years ago, has since expanded its operations and now serves the entire North East region. Offering a comprehensive service, they oversee every aspect from design conception to final installation.
The initial step in either crafting a new memorial headstone or enhancing an existing one, involves the design phase. Using specialised computer software, they meticulously arrange text and motifs on the headstone. Their expertise allows for precise matching of existing fonts or the creation and adaptation of new ones to ensure a seamless design. Once the design is finalised, a template is generated to guide the accurate cutting and shaping of the stone or granite.
The initial step in either crafting a new memorial headstone or enhancing an existing one, involves the design phase. Using specialised computer software, they meticulously arrange text and motifs on the headstone. Their expertise allows for precise matching of existing fonts or the creation and adaptation of new ones to ensure a seamless design. Once the design is finalised, a template is generated to guide the accurate cutting and shaping of the stone or granite.
Heavy duty drills and blasting is used to create the design and cut out any holes for flower vases, before moving on to the next stage of highlighting the design.
The lettering can be adorned with either Silver or Gold gilding, depending on the preferences of the family. Prior to application, the surface must be thoroughly dried and cleaned to ensure it is free from dust and grease, facilitating proper adherence of the gold leaf and achieving that desired metallic lustre. An initial layer of 'gilding size' is carefully applied, and upon drying, the gold leaf is delicately brushed onto the surface. The use of real gold leaf is essential to prevent oxidation and maintain the quality of the finish.
The concluding step of the process involves the installation of the headstone. Murray Memorials, adopt a meticulous approach by laying the foundations before fixing the memorial. Ample time is allocated to ensure the foundations are properly set before the installation commences. Headstones are available in a variety of designs and may consist of several distinct yet interconnected pieces. One installation method entails the insertion of stainless-steel dowels into the foundations as anchors, followed by connecting the headstone securely to these dowels. After checking that the headstone is securely installed the final job is to meticulously clean the surfaces and tidy the area.
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