Welcome
At Polishing Memories we restore legacies one memory at a time. Down to the smallest detail, we carefully clean your loved one's headstone, marker, or monument using the safest products and tools. Refreshing the gravesite of your loved one is always included, restoring the memorial's dignity and honor it deserves. Polishing Memories also offers headstone repainting services to return the memorial to its original look and design. Our mission is to ensure that each memory shines brightly, reflecting the love and good times that your loved one is cherished for.
Why Headstones Need Cleaning
Headstones can be dirtied by a variety of natural and man-made factors. Biological growth like algae, lichen, and moss can cling to the stone, while bird droppings, tree sap, and general dirt and grime can accumulate on the surface. Additionally, pollutants in the air, as well as salt damage from the environment or using improper cleaning products, can contribute to the deterioration and soiling of headstones. We have provided some in-depth articles on our BLOG for those who want more information.
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Algae
Algae is a biological organism that thrives in damp conditions and can grow on headstones, leaving behind green or black stains.
Bird Droppings
Bird droppings can stain and discolor headstones, especially if they contain certain pigments or acids.
Lichen
Lichen is a biological growth on headstones that can both obscure inscriptions and cause physical damage over time.
Dirt & Grime
General dirt and grime from the environment can accumulate on the surface of the headstone, obscuring the inscription and making it appear dirty.
Moss
Moss can obscure text as well as trap moisture, secreting acids, and potentially causing the stone to crack or crumble when trapped moisture freezes.
Salt
Salts can migrate through the stone's pores, causing it to disintegrate, particularly in areas with high humidity or salt spray