Granite and glass are both brittle products. A sheet of 3-4mm thick granite is just as brittle as the sheet of 3-4mm thick window glass that we use in our homes.

Memoriam Glass uses 40mm thick laminated safety glass (10 times thicker than your window glass and thicker than most granite bench tops). Two slabs of 20mm glass are bonded together using a resin. In the unlikely event of either slab being broken it is still held in place by the other panel of glass; this greatly reduces the risk of injury and debris that occurs when other types of glass and granite break.

2. Will the memorial be difficult to keep clean?

All our memorials are protected by a clear industrial coating that repels rain and dirt. The memorial will require far less upkeep than your windows at home. The most that the memorial may need is an occasional wipe down with a damp cloth.

3. Can I feature my father’s love of golf on his memorial?

Creating a personalized memorial is one of the strengths of our design team. During the consultation stages we focus on meaningful details that will meet the needs of the family’s wishes. We use a variety of techniques to interpret these details through artwork that includes symbols, photographs, poetry and nostalgic images.

4. Can I have a photograph on the glass headstone?

We use a number of techniques to put photographs onto glass; these include digital printing within the laminate, dot fade screen printing and fired decals.

5. Can we add future inscriptions to a glass memorial?

Sandblasting the surface of the glass can easily be done on site or in the factory. If we know at the initial consultation that allowances must be made for more than one family member we design accordingly so that elements may be added later.

6. We would like to renovate our family memorial, what options do you offer?

Memoriam Glass can either renovate or replace existing memorials. The new memorial can be a glass interpretation of the existing one or a new design. We can utilise the existing memorial if required and incorporate elements of it into the new one.

7. Is a glass memorial expensive?

Our memorials compare favourably with the cost of the larger traditional headstones. We offer a selection of options during the consultation so that each client stays in control of their budget throughout the design process.

We cater for all sizes and style preferences.

8. I live in Queensland can I still order a glass memorial?

If you are willing to consult with us by phone, fax and/or the Internet, we are happy to freight your memorial interstate and make arrangements with a local contractor to do the installation. If you prefer, we are happy to oversee installation works on site as well.

9. If I am considering a glass memorial what is my next step?

Please call Frank Kos on 03 9761 7727.