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Thompson Memorials Provide Historic Monument Renovations

Wednesday 27 April 2016, 10:09AM

By Beckie Wright

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Waikumete Cemetery recently had an open day on the 28th February which the Thompson Memorials team were invited to attend.  They were asked to be present at an historic monument renovation they had carried out where Manager, Graham Thompson answered questions on techniques, materials etc. He also explained that they have a huge wealth of experience in the restoration and renovation of all types of memorials and their experienced staff are well equipped to undertake the replacement or rebuilding of any type of structure that is in a state of disrepair.

Their service includes permit applications to the council and/or Heritage Committee. It also provides expert advice on the correct techniques depending on the nature of deterioration and all work complies with Cemetery Standards. They will undertake any restoration, no matter how large or how small. Depending on the nature of the deterioration, different techniques may be used.  Sometimes, techniques that would be perfectly safe for a modern granite memorial would further destroy an old monument and, over the years the Thompson Memorials team have been commissioned to restore entire family plots, re-erect large fallen monuments and straighten and secure large leaning monuments. 

Thompson Memorials also specialise in the work required in adding additional names and dates to existing memorials referred to as ‘on site engraving’.  The good news is that they do not need to remove the memorial back to the factory for this work which eliminates the risk of any damage. Adding names and dates to a headstone demands meticulous attention to detail and when the Thompson Memorials team add a new inscription to an old headstone, they guarantee that it will match the existing lettering - no matter who the original manufacturer was.

Their professional craftsmen are experienced in the fine art of on-site additional lettering and when people entrust their Cemetery lettering needs to Thompson Memorials they are assured of quality craftsmanship and guaranteed satisfaction. Their service is quick and efficient because they do the work themselves, so for more information on Thompson Memorials and their services, please visit the website at http://www.thompsonmemorials.co.nz .

Waikumete Cemetery recently had an open day on the 28th February which the Thompson Memorials team were invited to attend.  They were asked to be present at an historic monument renovation they had carried out where Manager, Graham Thompson answered questions on techniques, materials etc. He also explained that they have a huge wealth of experience in the restoration and renovation of all types of memorials and their experienced staff are well equipped to undertake the replacement or rebuilding of any type of structure that is in a state of disrepair.

Their service includes permit applications to the council and/or Heritage Committee. It also provides expert advice on the correct techniques depending on the nature of deterioration and all work complies with Cemetery Standards. They will undertake any restoration, no matter how large or how small. Depending on the nature of the deterioration, different techniques may be used.  Sometimes, techniques that would be perfectly safe for a modern granite memorial would further destroy an old monument and, over the years the Thompson Memorials team have been commissioned to restore entire family plots, re-erect large fallen monuments and straighten and secure large leaning monuments. 

Thompson Memorials also specialise in the work required in adding additional names and dates to existing memorials referred to as ‘on site engraving’.  The good news is that they do not need to remove the memorial back to the factory for this work which eliminates the risk of any damage. Adding names and dates to a headstone demands meticulous attention to detail and when the Thompson Memorials team add a new inscription to an old headstone, they guarantee that it will match the existing lettering - no matter who the original manufacturer was.

Their professional craftsmen are experienced in the fine art of on-site additional lettering and when people entrust their Cemetery lettering needs to Thompson Memorials they are assured of quality craftsmanship and guaranteed satisfaction. Their service is quick and efficient because they do the work themselves, so for more information on Thompson Memorials and their services, please visit the website at http://www.thompsonmemorials.co.nz