Custom Made & Designed In House
High-Quality Headstones for Graves, Monuments, Grave Markers and Memorials
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We invite you to view our memorials at any of our three beautiful showrooms.
Choose Your Memorial Type
Choose from a single, double headstone, granite or bronze marker or memorial bench and create a beautiful way to memorialize your loved one.
Headstones
Single or double headstone cemetery memorials create an everlasting presence over a loved one’s final resting place. Headstones can include lettering and emblems to match footstones or benches, and can be color matched as well.
Flat Memorials
Many cemeteries require bronze or granite flat memorials instead of upright headstones. Flat markers come in all shapes and sizes, and can be used as single, double, or family cemetery memorials.
Benches
Granite and marble benches are an excellent way to create an everlasting presence around a final resting site. Benches can include lettering and emblems to match headstones or footstones, and can be color matched as well.
Coping & Ledgers
Granite coping and ledgers provide a dignified way of marking and protecting a grave for many years. We can match all colors of memorial granite and produce custom sizes for family grave sites.
Family Estates
We work with customers to provide creative memorials to accommodate in-ground burial, above-ground burial, and cremation. These often include patios, benches, and walkways, with landscaping options surrounding.
Mausoleums & Columbaria
Mausoleums and columbaria are above-ground structures which provide families with a very dignified method of honoring and memorializing their loved ones. These are typically made of granite and can be accessorized with elegant finishes.
Our Core Values: The Fram Standard
100% In-House Craftsmanship
The Benefit
No “middleman” markups or factory-line quality. Just pure craftsmanship.
Precision Literacy
The Benefit
Peace of mind that your family’s history is etched without error.
A Century of Community Trust
The Benefit
You are working with a partner who understands the “Pikesville Way.”
Permanent Accountability
The Benefit
You’ll never have to track down an out-of-state factory for a repair. We are right here.
Learn Why Fram is Your Best Option
At Fram Monument Company, we understand how sacred each and every grave site is, and take great care to define and protect the memories of your loved ones. Whether it is a headstone, footstone, bronze marker, bench, or any other cemetery memorial, our representatives will guide you through the difficult process of making memorial arrangements. All of our memorials are crafted in-house, from start to finish, ensuring the highest level of quality and attention to detail.
In order to better serve you, Fram Monument Company has multiple showroom locations for you to choose from, covering residents of Maryland, Washington D.C., and Virginia.
About Fram Monument
At Fram Monument Company, we take great pride in working with families during the difficult time of purchasing a cemetery memorial. We understand how sacred every gravesite is, and we’re committed to helping you honor your loved one with care, compassion, and respect. As the largest monument company in the Baltimore area, our compassionate and knowledgeable memorial counselors are here to guide you every step of the way. We craft all of our memorials in-house, allowing us to design each piece directly with our customers, reduce wait times, and ensure every memorial is made to absolute perfection.
Know Your Cemetery’s Rules
Each cemetery has specific rules regarding the types of memorials allowed. Please review your cemetery’s guidelines, or feel free to contact us.
We’re happy to help guide you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Types of Headstones and Grave Markers Are Available?
Families can choose from many different types of headstones and grave markers, including flat markers, slant headstones, upright headstones, bronze headstones, benches, ledgers, companion memorials, family monuments, and mausoleums. Each stone offers a different appearance, level of visibility, and amount of space for lettering, artwork, and personal inscriptions.
Some families prefer a flat headstone because of its simplicity, while others select an upright headstone, a companion design, or double headstones that provide additional room for names, dates, and decorative elements. Our team can help you compare the available options and determine which memorial best meets your needs and cemetery requirements.
How Should I Care for a Granite Headstone?
Proper care helps preserve the appearance and durability of a granite headstone. Regular cleaning with water, a soft brush, and approved cleaning products can remove dirt, moss, and debris while protecting the stone’s finish. Routine maintenance is especially important for an upright headstone or a headstone for a grave located in an area exposed to changing weather conditions.
Our team can provide guidance on long-term maintenance, additional lettering, repairs, and resetting services. Proper care helps preserve granite headstones, monuments, and other memorials within the cemetery so that families can continue honoring their loved ones for generations.
How Long Do Granite Headstones Last?
Granite headstones are known for their strength, durability, and resistance to weather. With proper installation and routine care, a granite headstone can last for decades while preserving inscriptions, artwork, and decorative features. Many families choose granite because it withstands changing conditions within the cemetery while maintaining the appearance of the memorial.
The lifespan of a headstone marker can depend on the quality of the granite, environmental conditions, maintenance practices, and the stability of the foundation or base. Different materials and finishes may require different levels of maintenance over time. Whether you are selecting a memorial for a loved one or planning ahead, our team can help you choose materials designed to preserve the beauty of the grave for generations.
Can One Grave Marker Include Two Names?
Yes. One grave marker can be designed for spouses, family members, or companion burial plots. Companion memorials and double headstones provide additional space for names, dates, symbols, and future inscriptions while maintaining a balanced appearance.
Families can choose from upright, slant, granite, and bronze designs depending on cemetery requirements and personal preferences. Whether you are considering traditional headstones, companion headstones, larger monuments, or other memorials, our team can help you create a lasting tribute that honors your loved ones while meeting all installation guidelines.
What Granite Colors Are Available for Headstones?
Granite headstones are available in a wide range of colors, including gray, black, red, blue, brown, and pink. Different colors affect the contrast, readability, and overall appearance of the memorial, allowing families to create a design that feels both personal and timeless.
Our counselors can help you compare colors, finishes, borders, and engraving styles to create a headstone for a grave that honors your loved one in a meaningful way. Whether you are selecting a traditional tombstone, a companion memorial, or larger monuments, our team can help you choose a design that reflects your family’s wishes while complementing nearby memorials within the cemetery.
Get in Touch
Serving Maryland, Washington D.C. & Virginia
Annapolis
111 Chinquapin Round Road, #101
Annapolis, MD 21401
(443) 606-4955
Baltimore
7020 Reisterstown Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
(410) 486-8666
Rockville
822 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 605-8081