Headstone Cleaning
Professional headstone cleaning uses soft brushes, plenty of water, and stone-safe biological cleaners such as D/2 Biological Solution to remove lichen, algae, mold, and grime without harming the stone. Household cleaners, bleach, and pressure washers are never used because they permanently damage marble, limestone, and granite. Most cleanings take one to two hours, and results continue to improve for weeks as the biological solution keeps working.
Find Pros for Headstone CleaningHow It Works
The professional assesses the stone's material and condition before any cleaning begins.
The stone is flushed with clean water to soften surface soiling.
A stone-safe biological cleaner is applied and worked gently with soft natural or nylon brushes.
The stone is rinsed thoroughly and the site is left tidy, with before-and-after photos on request.
When is this needed?
- A family member's marker has darkened or turned green with algae or lichen.
- You live far away and want the gravesite cared for before a visit, anniversary, or holiday.
- A monument is legible but dull, stained, or streaked after years of weather exposure.
Important Considerations
Marble and limestone are soft and require gentler methods than granite.
Cemeteries often require permission from the family of record before work is performed.
A stone that is cracked, flaking, or sugaring may need conservation assessment before cleaning.
One professional cleaning per year is generally sufficient; over-cleaning wears the stone.
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