Design a Headstone Dealer
in NJ

Our Hand-Carving Process

Step one is the design consultation — a focused conversation about shape, stone, lettering, and imagery. Step two is material selection: we source American-made granite in the color and finish the family chooses, reviewing actual stone samples at our Morris County showroom. Step three is the proof drawing, a scaled rendering showing every element in its precise position. The family reviews and approves this drawing before any work begins. Step four is layout transfer — the approved design is carefully traced onto the stone surface using our template system. Step five is the carving and engraving itself. Depending on the design complexity, our team applies sandblast engraving for crisp, deep letter cuts, or hand-chiseling for relief elements and fine detail work. Portrait etchings are executed under magnification to capture facial structure accurately. Step six is finishing and inspection: each surface is cleaned, polished where specified, and reviewed against the original proof before leaving the workshop. Installation at the cemetery — including foundation preparation, permit coordination, and final placement — is handled by Headstone Design Studio from start to completion.