Rolf Monument Services
Rolf Monuments has been a full service destination for cemetery services and commercial signage throughout the Tri-State since 1895.
Cemetery Services
Laser Etching
On black granite and some dark red granite, images are produced using laser etching. There are many stock designs such as landscapes, figures and flowers available. Often the laser images are of people. In order to create these images a photograph is scanned and the die is placed on a table. The laser transfers the scanned image onto the granite. Essentially the laser is ‘frosting’ the image on to the granite by removing dots of polish that correspond to the pixels on the photograph.
Cemetery Lettering
The standard lettering is sandblasted. Letters are cut from a template placed over the flat surface of the die. When the sand from sandblasting apparatus hits the granite exposed by cutting the template, the letters are cut into the granite. The process of stencil and sandblast is also used when adding a name to an existing stone is necessary. Portable equipment is brought to the cemetery and the monument. An area is stenciled and letters are cut in place.
Color Portrait
This feature is created by applying a photograph to a piece of porcelain or steel. The photograph is treated with UV protection and a special hard coating is applied. The porcelain or steel photo is glued to the face of the tablet. Unlike an etching which is a black and white image, the portrait can be a color image attached to any color stone.
Monument Cleaning
Over time most granite, marble, and rock memorials will weather and become covered in moss or lichen. We are able to offer a cleaning service in which we use a specially formulated “green” chemical and high pressure water bath to remove the growth and dirt and return the stone to a like new state. We take the time to be considerate of any plantings or memorabilia on the lot as not to disturb them.
Commercial Services
On-Site Lettering
The standard lettering is sandblasted. Letters are cut from a template placed over the flat surface of the die. When the sand from sandblasting apparatus hits the granite exposed by cutting the template, the letters are cut into the granite. This process is perfect for designing large pieces of stone or just a little customizing of a rock too big to move.
Signage
Custom etched and sandblasted options offer design versatility and provide prestigious, long-lasting results. Low maintenance, exceptional beauty and affordable pricing make granite the preferred choice for today's sign designers and architects.
Where do we Service?
Rolf Monuments has been serving the Tri-State of Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana since 1895.
