7 posts · written for humans
Notes from Monumize.
Less reference, more reflection. Things we've learned about working in this category that didn't fit in the Learn hub.
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Sandblasting vs laser etching: which lasts longer on a headstone?
A practical comparison of the two modern engraving techniques used on US monuments — what each one does well, where each one struggles, and how to choose.
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· 6 min read
Cemetery etiquette for families visiting a grave
The unwritten rules American cemeteries actually expect from families: photography, flowers, rubbings, and the things that quietly violate the lease.
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A short history of monument lettering in the United States
How American gravestone lettering went from hand-carved slate to AI-rendered cut files, and what each era tells us about the people who chose it.
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What to write on a headstone inscription: 40 examples
Forty real headstone inscription examples — from the most traditional second-date format to the most personal epitaph lines — chosen by families.
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How to photograph a headstone with your phone
A practical guide to taking the kind of photo Monumize’s AI can analyze accurately. Five rules and a short shot list.
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When is it too late to add a second date?
A short answer (it almost never is), and the practical considerations that come up if you’re adding a date years after the death.
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