Useful Information - Headstone Types

Types of Headstone

When choosing a headstone you must first decide what text and images to use. Each letter counts and can significantly affect the outcome of the design. Choosing afterwards will only leave you with limited options.

Upright Headstones

The upright headstone is the most traditional design. They are usually made from granite, marble or limestone and are fixed to the ground with a concrete base. They are typically 45 inches tall, 30 inches wide and 6 inches deep.

Flat Headstones

Flat headstones (flat tablets, flat markers) are usually made from granite or bronze. They can either be flush with the ground or raised to a slant from the rear (raised-top flat markers, bevel markers). Like traditional headstones they are available in a variety of colours, finishes, sizes and materials.

Kerbed Headstones

Kerbed headstones (ledger markers) are full length headstones that lie flat at ground level. They are a minimum of 4 inches thick and provide more room for personalized expression. Ledger markers can be combined with slant and bevel markers in addition to traditional upright headstones.