Features and types of temporary tombstones

Tombstones made of natural stone are able to preserve memory for the next centuries. But their establishment is possible only 12 months after the funeral. During such a period of time, the soil shrinks so much that the weighty granite monument does not bend or bend under its weight. And after the funeral, for a time, a non-permanent tombstone is placed, traditionally called a temporary tombstone.
The main specificity lies in the lightness, as the earth will still settle. It is also desirable to take an inexpensive option, as it will have to be replaced soon. A temporary tombstone should contain information about the deceased – name and dates of birth, as well as death.
The Orthodox people put an end to the temporary monument, as the church demanded. The shape of the cross requires minimal material, therefore, the monument will be light and inexpensive.
If the deceased has a different faith, then a memorial plaque with inscriptions is easily placed at the burial site, and a year later, at the request of relatives, a permanent monument is erected, decorated with the custom of the faith that the deceased professed.
Tombstone options
Wooden. Such monuments, exclusively crosses, are often found in Russian cemeteries. They can be purchased at any funeral agency in combination with other items needed for a funeral. The wood is opened with varnish or paint, treated with a special antiseptic to protect the self-willed material from possible natural influences.
With regular renovation of the lacquer coating, the wooden cross will last for several more decades. But it is impossible to completely protect it: moisture will still seep through the ends, the wood deteriorates, rots.
Carved wooden crosses are also used as temporary tombstones, but they are expensive, and if they are bought to order, the production can take a long time. Consequently, such temporary tombstones are usually quite simple, without any frills and noticeable decorations.
Metal. Most often, these are welded jumpers made of pipe. The raw materials used are stainless iron or light metal. The final color: it needs to be done for security, not decoration. Without painting, the monument will rapidly rust and, however, not for long, will make the burial site untidy. A non–permanent cross made of metal can look easy, and the best pattern is the intricate rings at the ends of the crossbars.
By the way, there are some tables with data at the junction of 2 cross beams. The church, of course, does not recommend this, as it is considered a kind of insult to the crucifixion, the main shrine in Christianity. If you want to observe all moral traditions, then place the sign below. A non-permanent tombstone is temporary, so it will be idle for a long time and will need to be replaced soon.
The materials of such monuments are unsatisfactorily resistant to the external environment, as well as light, as a result of which they can collapse or even fall due to powerful wind and other precipitation. As a result, after 12 months it will be temporarily dismantled, and a proper and durable granite monument will be erected in this place, one that will become an eternal sign of memory. 1xbet is no ordinary bookmaker. In addition to the interesting odds it offers, it also offers bonuses and many more. Whether it is for sports betting games or various other games, it offers a multitude of promotions. Use 1xbet promo code for registration can be used when registering a new account at 1xBet.com to get the biggest available welcome bonus up to €1950 + 150 free spins on casino and 100% up to €130 on sportsbook.