Because Some Things Deserve More Than Just a Coat of Paint.
- Sam Salthouse
- Aug 14
- 2 min read
Have you ever stood in front of your community’s war memorial and really looked at it?Not just in passing, but closely, noticing the lettering, the texture of the stone, and how time and weather have left their mark.
War memorials stand in our towns and villages every day, quietly telling their story. For some, the details are crisp and well-kept. For others, the stone has darkened, the mortar joints have opened, or the lettering has faded until names are barely visible.
Even the most solid-looking memorials need care. Weather, pollution, and the passing years slowly wear away at their surfaces, and if left too long, some damage cannot be reversed.
At Salthouse Stonemasonry, we specialise in war memorial restoration and maintenance. Our services include gentle DOFF steam cleaning that lifts decades of grime without damaging the stone, lime mortar repointing to protect and strengthen joints, resin repairs for damaged areas, and memorial letter painting or re-gilding so every name can be read with pride. We use traditional conservation methods that respect the history and character of each memorial.
A war memorial is more than stonework; it is a permanent reminder of sacrifice. The responsibility to preserve it belongs to the living.
When was the last time your memorial had a professional assessment? Is it ready to stand at its best for this year’s Remembrance Day?
Grants are available for war memorial restoration and maintenance, and we have helped many councils access funding successfully. Sometimes the first step is simply getting the right advice.
If you would like to know more, we can arrange a free, no-obligation inspection and share our findings with you.
"Once the stone begins to lose its story, it is not just names that fade, but part of our shared history."
Contact Us:
📞 07496 872732
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