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Tending offers a monthly or annual grave care subscription that provides regular headstone cleaning, grave maintenance, and family peace of mind — all managed online or in our mobile app

08/16/2025

Bronze Restoration

08/13/2025

Bronze And Granite Luster

08/03/2025

Sometimes, time and nature can be relentless. We received a granite monument whose story was nearly hidden beneath a thick layer of lichen and fungus. The letters were faded, and the stone had lost its noble appearance. This wasn't just a stone, but someone's history, and we treated it with the utmost respect.

Our team conducted a multi-stage restoration. We used specialized, powerful, yet stone-safe solutions to remove the deeply embedded lichen. Nylon brushes and special stone soap helped us gently clean the surface of years of dirt and grime.

After a deep clean, we polished all flat surfaces, restoring the granite's original shine and smoothness. The final touch was the meticulous repainting of each letter, making the inscription clear and legible once again.

For us, every such project is more than just a job. It's a tribute, a preservation of heritage, and a restoration of dignity to a final resting place. Swipe to see the difference, and remember: no story should ever be forgotten.

07/27/2025

Did you know that in the U.S., there are strict standards for treating historic properties, developed by the National Park Service (NPS)? They outline three key approaches:

Preservation: Imagine a doctor performing a check-up. The goal is to maintain the current state, slow down deterioration, but not to change anything fundamentally. This involves gentle cleaning and conservation.

Restoration: This is like recreating a photograph from a specific year. The aim is to return a property to its appearance at a particular period in its history, even if it means removing later changes.

Rehabilitation: This is the most flexible and frequently used approach. Here, we acknowledge that a property needs not only to retain its historic character but also to be adapted to continue its life. This might include carefully adding new elements (like a sturdy base) for stability while preserving the maximum amount of original material.

At Tending, we most often apply the standards of Rehabilitation. We don't just "repair"—we ensure the headstone has a long and dignified future, preserving its authenticity and historical value. Our approach guarantees that the memory of your loved ones is preserved respectfully, professionally, and for generations to come.

07/20/2025

Granite is durable, but time still takes its toll: polish fades, white lettering dulls. This monument with engraved letters and imagery needed full restoration — and Tending delivered, step by step.

We cleaned both the front and back of the headstone using a special stone solution, nylon brushes, and water. The stone was then mechanically repolished to restore smoothness and shine. The faded white letters and image were carefully repainted with fresh, weather-resistant paint. We completed the process with a finishing polish for a clean, refined look.

We don’t just restore form — we give memory its voice back.
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07/02/2025

Why do American cemeteries suddenly "bloom" with thousands of small flags on the last Monday of May? It's not just decoration. It's a language the nation uses to say "thank you" to its fallen heroes.

Every year, on the last Monday of May, America observes Memorial Day. But did you know this tradition was born from the ashes of the Civil War? On May 5, 1868, General John A. Logan, a leader of a Union veterans' group, officially proclaimed May 30th as "Decoration Day." On that day, he called for Americans to decorate the graves of the fallen with flowers, "irrespective of the side on which they fought."

Today, this tradition is alive and rich with symbols:

🇺🇸 The Flag Code: A flag at a veteran's grave isn't just a tribute. Its proper place is to the left of the headstone. This seemingly small detail is part of the official U.S. Flag Code.

🌸 The Language of Flowers: Red poppies became a symbol of remembrance after World War I, inspired by the famous poem "In Flanders Fields." They symbolize the sleep of the fallen and the blood shed on the battlefield.

🕒 The Moment of Remembrance: There's a modern ritual too. In 2000, the "National Moment of Remembrance Act" was passed, calling on all Americans to pause for one minute at 3:00 PM local time on Memorial Day to honor those who died for the country.

For these symbols to be displayed with dignity, it's essential that the headstone itself is clean and well-maintained. The Tending team, with a scientific approach and deep respect for history, helps prepare memorials for commemorative dates, preserving every detail of this important language of memory.

06/24/2025

Choosing between granite and marble for a memorial is not just a matter of beauty, but of durability, especially in America's diverse climate.

In the northern states, where freeze-thaw cycles are a common occurrence, granite stands as a true guardian of memory. Its dense structure absorbs very little moisture, protecting the stone from cracking during harsh winters.

Marble, with its classic beauty, is more porous and vulnerable. In the Northeast, where acid rain is unfortunately not uncommon, marble can lose the clarity of its inscriptions and details over time. It's like watching time slowly erase words from a page.

Our mission at Tending is not just to care for headstones, but to help you make a choice that will preserve the cherished memory of your loved ones for generations. We are here to share our knowledge and help you choose a stone that will stand the test of time in your corner of the country.

06/09/2025

Granite is strong — but time leaves its mark. This plaque had lost the clarity of its text and the shine of its surface. The client reached out to Tending, and we performed a careful, step-by-step restoration.

We started with a deep clean using a specialized solution, nylon brushes, and water. After drying, we polished the stone mechanically to restore its smoothness. Finally, we repainted the lettering with high-quality white stone paint — safe, durable, and precise.

At Tending, we don’t just restore text — we restore meaning.

06/03/2025

Faded inscriptions and dull stone — a common issue with granite headstones over time. In this case, Tending restored a memorial plaque that had lost both text contrast and polish depth.

We started with a gentle wash using a specialized cleaning solution, nylon brushes, and water. After drying, we repainted the faded letters using our proven technique with stone-safe, weather-resistant paint. Once the paint set, the surface was polished, and the final stage involved felt pads and polishing compound to bring back the original shine.

Bringing stone back to life — with respect.
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06/01/2025

A client came to us with a concern: the memorial had lost its appearance. The paint had flaked off due to age or poor materials, and the surface was overgrown with moss, lichen, and grass.

The Tending team began with a primary cleaning of the granite stele and concrete base using water, mild soap, and nylon brushes to remove biological contamination. We then stripped the old paint using special chemical solutions and mechanical tools. After rinsing and allowing the stone to dry fully, we repainted the inscriptions and background with durable matte paint — using both black and white to restore clarity and contrast.

This isn’t just restoration — it’s respect for memory.
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05/29/2025

Military memorials deserve a high level of care and technical precision. We were asked to restore a concrete war memorial over 3 meters tall. Initially installed without a surrounding slab, the structure developed a crack at the base and lost level alignment due to long-term pressure.

The porous, unpolished concrete surface was covered in lichen and biological buildup. Tending used a combination of mechanical and manual cleaning, applying strong acidic solutions to reach deep-set contamination. The structural crack was opened, primed, filled with a repair-grade cement mix, and leveled flush. The bronze plaque, heavily oxidized and stained, was cleaned using a polishing machine, felt pads, and a specialized bronze solution. A protective lacquer was applied to prevent future oxidation.

This is how we preserve memory — through expertise and care.
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05/27/2025

A client reached out with a common issue: faded black lettering and a granite monument that had lost its shine. We began by applying a specialized cleaning solution, brushing the surface gently, and rinsing with water. If needed, the process was repeated for thorough results.

To protect the portrait, we masked it with tape and cover paper. Next, the granite was polished using a felt pad on a polishing machine, then carefully washed. A thin layer of protective coating was rolled on with precision. Finally, we restored the lettering: every character was carefully painted to ensure full coverage, and excess paint and sealant were removed with water, soap, and soft brushes. Once finished, we removed the masking — revealing a beautifully restored memorial.

The result: clarity, contrast, and enduring respect.

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