Quality Markers – FAQ's
Why should I buy a Granite Memorial Grave Marker from Quality Markers?
When a Gravestone is placed at a loved one’s burial site it is your last and final tribute to their memory. With this purchase you should expect beauty, quality, ease of design, timely delivery – all at an affordable cost. Quality Markers uses only the highest grade polished granite available anywhere in the world in three rich distinct colors; Antique Grey, Dusty Rose, and Midnight Black. Our devoted craftsmen have been carving granite gravestones since 1954. The quality of their work is unequaled anywhere in the country. Our design system allows you to see firsthand what your Granite Marker will look like as you decide what artwork you like and what wording you want to use. It usually takes us up to seven days to create your marker. We do all this at a price that is one-half to one-third the cost of ordering the same thing from a funeral home or a cemetery. It is our mission to meet and exceed your expectations.
What is a Granite Grave Marker?
A Granite Grave Marker is also known as a Flush Marker, a Granite Marker, a Grave Marker or a Flat Marker. They are laid flat to the surface of the ground at the top of the burial site. They are made of granite and then carved with the artwork of your choice and information about your loved one who has departed.
The Markers are typically supplied in two sizes:
- 24" Wide x 12" High x 4" Thick (most common)
- 24" Wide x 12" High x 3" Thick.
Is there a difference between a Granite Grave Marker and a Tombstone or Gravestone?
These are all considered to be Granite Memorials and are used to mark a burial site. Tombstones and Gravestones come in all shapes, sizes and colors. These are all placed as a permanent memorial to the memory of a loved one who has passed on. Granite is the best stone suited to these memorials because of its durability, variety of beautiful colors and its ability to be carved.
How much do the Granite Grave Markers weigh?
| Granite Marker Size | Color of Granite | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 24” x 12”' x 3" | Antique Gray | 90 lbs |
| 24” x 12” x 4" | Antique Gray | 106 lbs |
| Dusty Rose | 109 lbs | |
| Midnight Black | 133 lbs | |
| 18" x 10" x 4" | Antique Gray | 75 lbs |
| Dusty Rose | 77 lbs | |
| Midnight Black | 90 lbs |
How long will it take to get my marker once I’ve ordered it?
It takes up to seven days to make your custom Granite Grave Marker and anywhere from two to seven days for shipping depending where you are in the continental United States. No matter where you’re located in the lower 48 states we will ship your stone without any additional charge.
How will the Granite Marker be shipped?
Your order will be shipped in rugged packaging to protect your Granite Grave Marker either by UPS or FedEx. Because all of our Markers weigh less than 150 pounds they can be delivered right to you on the UPS or FedEx delivery trucks.
Where will my order be shipped?
We will ship the marker for free anywhere in the continental US. Some of our customers prefer to have us ship the marker directly to their cemetery. If you would like us to do this, just fill in the cemetery name and address when filling in the shipping portion of your order. It's your choice - We will ship it to your home or the cemetery - Whichever you prefer.
What if the Granite Grave Marker is damaged in shipment?
We believe that with our robust double thick corrugated packaging, damage to a stone will be a rare occurrence, but in the event that there is damage all shipments are insured at full value. Contact us right away if there is a problem so we can start your replacement order without delay
Can I order without a credit card?
If you don't have a credit card to use, you can print out your design from our website and mail it in with a check or money order. Please make sure you include your contact information when you place your marker order using mail.