The selection of stone is particularly important as tombstones serve as objects for mourning the deceased and preserving memories. As a senior expert in stone and decorative materials, I have the following suggestions:
Firstly, granite is preferred for tombstone stones. Granite has high density, strong weather resistance, high toughness and surface hardness, and can withstand weathering and erosion for a long time, maintaining the original appearance of tombstone carving. Among them, black granite and red granite are the most ideal, with rich colors and elegant textures.
Secondly, marble is also a good choice. Marble has good fire resistance, is not prone to disease, and is beautiful and elegant, with noble and elegant atmosphere, which is deeply loved by customers. However, marble has relatively poor hardness and weather resistance, is prone to weathering and discoloration, and the carved patterns are difficult to preserve clearly, resulting in a slightly shorter service life. Once again, the bluestone tombstone has a long history and is simple and atmospheric. Qingshi has a high density, a hardness of over seven degrees, stable performance, excellent bearing capacity and weather resistance, and can preserve the original appearance of tombstones for a long time. However, the texture of bluestone is relatively coarse, and the carving effect is slightly poor. The requirements for carving are high, and the resources of bluestone are gradually decreasing, making the pricing expensive.
In addition, artificial stones such as Terrazzo are also suitable as tombstone stones. However, the overall performance of artificial stones is slightly inferior to natural rocks, especially in terms of weather resistance and toughness compared to granite and marble. The carving effect is relatively poor, and the pricing is not cheap.
In summary, granite and marble are the best choices for tombstone stones. Granite has excellent performance but high price, while marble has good aesthetics and texture but slightly poor hardness and weather resistance. According to personal preferences and budget, choosing black granite, red granite, or white marble will surely create beautiful and immortal tombstones that will accompany and remember the souls of the deceased for a long time.