What is headstone restoration?
Over time, headstones and memorials can become weathered, stained or unstable due to exposure to the elements, natural ageing and ground movement.
Our professional headstone restoration service helps improve the appearance, safety and condition of memorials while treating every stone with care and respect.
Whether a memorial requires a gentle clean, inscription repainting or more extensive restoration work, we provide a sensitive and professional service designed to preserve the memory of your loved one.
- Need support? Get in touch and receive professional, compassionate guidance
Headstone restoration options
- Deep cleaning
- Removal of moss, algae and staining
- Repainting faded inscriptions and lettering
- Re-gilding and silver leaf lettering
- Re-levelling leaning headstones
- Repairing loose components
- Replacing damaged chippings or aggregates
- Vase and ornament restoration
- Kerb set cleaning and renovation
Every headstone is assessed individually to determine the safest and most suitable restoration approach.
Headstone restoration FAQs
Can all headstones be restored?
Do you repaint faded lettering?
Will restoration make the memorial look brand new?
Do you work in churchyards and cemeteries?
What areas do you cover for headstone cleaning and restoration?
How long does a typical cleaning/restoration appointment take?
Do I need to be present during the cleaning?
Testimonials
Families we have worked with often speak about the care and reassurance they received during a difficult time, as well as the quality of the finished memorial. Many highlight how the process felt guided, personal and handled with genuine kindness.
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Helpful and friendly, professionals. Took time and care to meet my needs and everything was perfect. Very highly recommendedPosted on Google J BrysonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sensitive staff, very helpfulPosted on Google C SnellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very helpful and friendly efficient service. Chris couldn't have done anymore to put us at our ease. Excellent people skills with which I can imagine can be a very hard job at times. Was excellent with my elderly Father (91). Would recommend, no problem.Posted on Google L WildingTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly, polite and knowledgeablePosted on Google A JonesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Having never had to buy a headstone before I was not familiar with the process, Chris was fantastic from start to finish, I cannot fault anything. The customer service he provided given we were in lockdown was excellent. Many samples were left out for me to collect for stone types, lettering styles, colours of lettering etc and he offered good suggetsions once we made our choice the paperwork was sent quickly. We were advised there would be a long wait for materials due to COVID problems but the finished stone was actually installed about 3 weeks from invoice date which was a huge surprise. The finished headstone looks fantastic, we are very pleased. Chris made a very sad and difficult purchase stress free with the help he offered, I would not hesitate to recommend.Posted on Google R PeacheyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Friendly very helpful, really pleased with my Nan and Granddads Headstone. Thank you allPosted on Google S scrivener
Request a Quote
If you would like advice on restoring, cleaning or repairing a headstone or memorial, please get in touch. We can assess the condition of the headstone and recommend the most suitable restoration options.
Complete our online contact form and we’ll endeavor to be in touch within 48 hours.
Alternatively, you can contact us via email or telephone below.
- 01638 715525
- enquiries@mildenhallmemorials.co.uk
- Southgate Avenue, Mildenhall, Suffolk, IP28 7AT
All enquiries are handled with complete confidentiality and care.