The columbarium is an increasingly popular cinerary monument. Intended for the deposit of urns containing ashes when a deceased person chooses cremation, it must be thought out and designed to allow families to gather their thoughts.
Today, there are many columbarium models available in a variety of shapes. But which material should you choose? Why choose granite over concrete? Granimond, specialists in columbarium design for 35 years, bring you their expertise.
The concrete columbarium: a less wise investment
Concrete is one of the most widely used materials in the world. Composed of a mixture of cement, additives, aggregates and water, its high compressive strength makes it ideal for a wide range of building applications. However, concrete columbariums are not ideal for cemetery landscaping. Although resistant and durable, it can also give a cold, severe appearance, sometimes unsightly in the cemetery.
What's more, concrete columbariums require maintenance that, if not carried out regularly, can be very frustrating for families. Poorly maintained, it can quickly appear dirty and dilapidated. However, a cinerary should be a place where the deceased's loved ones can reflect and soothe themselves, rather than a source of annoyance. As the mayor's office is responsible for the upkeep of cinerary monuments, the choice of concrete does not seem to be the wisest choice for preserving these places intended to pay tribute to the deceased.
The granite columbarium: the assurance of a timeless monument
Granite is probably one of the noblest materials in the world. Virtually unalterable to the passage of time, it is used in the construction of France's most beautiful monuments, such as the Lorraine Cross at the Charles de Gaulle Memorial and the obelisk at Place de la Concorde. Formed from crystallized rock, it ensures exceptional longevity for the most prestigious creations.
Opting for a granite columbarium is an undeniable guarantee of security. Unaffected by external aggression, it retains its polish and brilliance over the years without changing shade, while combining aesthetic appeal with robustness. Associated with eternity, granite not only offers incomparable quality, but is also a judicious choice for columbarium design. Requiring minimal maintenance for the commune, the stone retains all its splendor and offers families a lasting radiance, conducive to their peace of mind.
The choice of a granite columbarium is undoubtedly a sound investment. As part of a long-term approach to cinerary planning, it optimizes costs, while offering loved ones a sober monument with clean, varied lines.
For all these reasons, we offer a wide range of solid granite columbariums. Floor-standing, semi-erect, elevated or, most recently, in the shape of a sphere - an exclusive Granimond innovation - we offer columbarium models tailored to your needs, to meet the expectations of your constituents. Whatever your request, we'll adapt to your wishes and any space constraints to find a solution tailored to your needs.
