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What You Should Expect When Selecting Cemetery Vases
Visiting the final resting place of a loved one is an important part of the healing process for many people, and a means of respect for others. Though it is not uncommon for folks to simply lay flowers across the grave, most facilities advise against it. There are several reasons why it is recommended that one use cemetery vases instead.
There are many practical applications that could spark a facility's need to set strict code as to the kind of containers that may be used for floral arrangements. Logically speaking, the flowers will fare much better if held upright in a bit of water than laying on the ground. A holder also keeps them neat and prevents the wind from spreading them around.
Grounds maintenance is another consideration that has led most facilities to make container stipulations. Certain styles make it much easier for those tending the lawn to keep the grass around each headstone neat and trimmed. Some degree of uniformity also lends an aesthetic appeal to the site when viewed as a whole.
There are so many variations in the styles, designs, shapes, sizes and colors in which these products may be found. The choice should reflect the personality and preferences of the deceased when not required to purchase a specific model. The primary focus is that the product be made in a sturdy design and from a material that is durable to withstand exposure to the elements.
The shape is completely up to personal preference though the style of one's headstone should be taken into consideration. The form has very little impact on how durable the item will be. Some of the more popular choices are variations on cylinders, cones, squares, urns and custom creations.
Placement availability is also a necessary consideration. Whenever possible, place the container on the side of, or above the headstone instead of in front of it, to avoid blocking resident information. No purchase should be made without checking facility rules first.
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