I know I sound like a broken record, but what dedication to recognize the importance of preserving our past through the diligent work you put in restoring these graves. Bravo, Justin and well done!
Your work and dedication is amazing. Great video love watching the headstone be upright. It's wonderful to see this ladies headstone cleaned and taken of. Thank you Justin for caring.
@@Headstonemanhey brother I have been searching trying to find out if you can use a polish or wax on granite my mother in-laws headstone has like rust stain around all the lettering any ideas would be appreciated I used wet and forget but it didn't do much to the stain also used dawn dish soap no luck. Sorry to bother you I know you are busy. Thank you so much
That was wonderful you done an amazing job right there. It was truly beautiful when you got done. I want to thank you for doing a wonderful deed. I'm hoping someone comes along and picks up your talent and Carrie's on this great work that you do. I wish in my younger days I would have done something like this but I still plan to do my part. God bless you my friend
I pull it once the concrete is soft set… so it’s set up enough that it won’t move much but still workable if need be… it takes a little bit of work to get it out but not bad
Appreciated the upload but a commentary on approach, materials and process would have made this so much better. Why not pass along some skill or information to viewers who may wish to do the same?
That is specifically why I don’t put that information in the video… I want people to ask questions individually. By doing that I can help resolve any confusion. This is not something that just anyone can go out and do with absolutely no training. It’s important to do it right
@@Headstoneman Would agree on doing it right. So, what is that exactly? Where can an individual obtain the "best practices" information to accomplish restoration or recovery of weathered and almost unreadable tombstones? There are normally only a few materials used for grave markers: granite, limestone, or marble. It should be a straightforward process depending on which one of these materials one is working with. It would also be informative to know how broken tombstones can be repaired, short of just replacing them.
@dc-wp8oc that’s correct! There are two great options for hands on training. The first is attending a class that Atlas Preservation puts on at a cemetery near you during their 48 state tour. That one is typically free. The other option is to find a class to attend that is put on by a conservator with the cemetery conservators for United standards near you. Their website is a great place to start. Typically there is a small charge for their classes.
@@Headstoneman Atlas Preservation should be commended and supported for the effort they do. That said, with internet resources, the standards, methods and materials used to repair and or restore tombstones, should be online and available to anyone. The process is certainly not complicated, and the methods and tools used are familiar to many. Appreciate those who take the time to pass along key information especially while demonstrating the entire process. Potentially, YT is a great platform for that. In America, it is shameful how little the public regards cemeteries and how often, those entrusted for care and maintenance, take the money and run.
@@dc-wp8oc There is no replacement for a hands-on training class. There is no way to read a book or watch a video to be an expert. You have to be careful to not harm the headstone or hurt yourself. Another source is the National Park Service's NCPTT. They have a channel here on TH-cam.
Beautiful work! Thank you!
I feel so inspired to do the same when i watch your videos. Wonderful job.
Fantastic work.
I know I sound like a broken record, but what dedication to recognize the importance of preserving our past through the diligent work you put in restoring these graves. Bravo, Justin and well done!
Bless you for doing this
Great job!
Your work and dedication is amazing. Great video love watching the headstone be upright. It's wonderful to see this ladies headstone cleaned and taken of. Thank you Justin for caring.
Thank Linda! It brings me tons of joy to see it upright myself
This has got to be my favorite restoration video yet...bravo, well done. Such a touching gesture to Maria.
Thank you very much!
@@Headstonemanhey brother I have been searching trying to find out if you can use a polish or wax on granite my mother in-laws headstone has like rust stain around all the lettering any ideas would be appreciated I used wet and forget but it didn't do much to the stain also used dawn dish soap no luck. Sorry to bother you I know you are busy. Thank you so much
Another fine restoration. What should I call you; craftsman,artisan,historian you are all three!
Hahaha you can call me Justin! Lol
a very prestigious headstone at any time, it may have been lost forever if it had not been for your dedication to restoring memories.
Oh no doubt
That was wonderful you done an amazing job right there. It was truly beautiful when you got done. I want to thank you for doing a wonderful deed. I'm hoping someone comes along and picks up your talent and Carrie's on this great work that you do. I wish in my younger days I would have done something like this but I still plan to do my part. God bless you my friend
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On the tombstone under her death was there something that was carved in the tombstone
I have some headstones I’m thinking about fixing. What material did you use for the base you poured?
High strength quickrete. The driveway grade stuff seems to work the best but I haven’t been able to find it lately
Does the short board you put in come out easily when it's setup ?
I pull it once the concrete is soft set… so it’s set up enough that it won’t move much but still workable if need be… it takes a little bit of work to get it out but not bad
Was this in Allegan Michigan?
Never mind. I see it’s Midland.
@@Headstoneman Great information here. Generally how long does it take for it to be soft set?
Appreciated the upload but a commentary on approach, materials and process would have made this so much better.
Why not pass along some skill or information to viewers who may wish to do the same?
That is specifically why I don’t put that information in the video… I want people to ask questions individually. By doing that I can help resolve any confusion. This is not something that just anyone can go out and do with absolutely no training. It’s important to do it right
@@Headstoneman Would agree on doing it right. So, what is that exactly? Where can an individual obtain the "best practices" information to accomplish restoration or recovery of weathered and almost unreadable tombstones? There are normally only a few materials used for grave markers: granite, limestone, or marble. It should be a straightforward process depending on which one of these materials one is working with.
It would also be informative to know how broken tombstones can be repaired, short of just replacing them.
@dc-wp8oc that’s correct! There are two great options for hands on training. The first is attending a class that Atlas Preservation puts on at a cemetery near you during their 48 state tour. That one is typically free. The other option is to find a class to attend that is put on by a conservator with the cemetery conservators for United standards near you. Their website is a great place to start. Typically there is a small charge for their classes.
@@Headstoneman Atlas Preservation should be commended and supported for the effort they do. That said, with internet resources, the standards, methods and materials used to repair and or restore tombstones, should be online and available to anyone. The process is certainly not complicated, and the methods and tools used are familiar to many.
Appreciate those who take the time to pass along key information especially while demonstrating the entire process. Potentially, YT is a great platform for that.
In America, it is shameful how little the public regards cemeteries and how often, those entrusted for care and maintenance, take the money and run.
@@dc-wp8oc There is no replacement for a hands-on training class. There is no way to read a book or watch a video to be an expert. You have to be careful to not harm the headstone or hurt yourself.
Another source is the National Park Service's NCPTT. They have a channel here on TH-cam.