22/10/2026
🪦✨ Another memorial restoration completed. ✨🕊️
A lovely transformation on this memorial, bringing the stonework back to life while preserving its character and most importantly, the memories it represents.
One thing that stood out on this job was the orange staining coming through on the headstone. 🧡 This type of staining can often be associated with iron deposits within the stone or minerals in the surrounding ground. As moisture and oxygen interact with iron, it can oxidise and leave those rusty orange marks. Identifying the cause is important when cleaning memorials, as the aim is always to treat the staining carefully without damaging the stone.
With autumn now in full swing, the weather has certainly changed. 🍂🌧️ The rain is setting in, the temperature is dropping and the days are getting shorter, darker and chillier. These damp conditions can make outdoor work more challenging as we head towards winter.