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What To Know When Choosing Beautiful 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.
Aside from the fact that most burial facilities now set and enforce strict guidelines as to what type of floral containers may be used, there are other practical reasons for this practice. To begin with, the blooms will last longer when they are kept in a vase of water. A sturdy holder will also keep them looking fresh and tidy and prevent them from being blown away.
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.
The range of colors, sizes, shapes, designs and styles available are quite numerous. This allows one to purchase a product that accurately reflects the tastes of the person for whom it is intended to honor. It is most important to select an item that has a strong design and is created from a weather resistant material as it will sustain prolonged elemental exposure.
Shape is generally decided by the look of the headstone and the buyer's own preferences. It in no way determines how long the item will withstand the elements. Most containers are creative variations of basic forms like urns, squares, cones and cylinders, though some are unique designs.
Container placement is another factor to consider when making a purchase. Putting the vase in front may block the information on the headstone, so it is generally recommended it be installed beside, or attached to the marker. Always check facility guidelines before making a purchase of this type.
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