Professional Gravestone Cleaning Services at Erith Cemetery.
Erith Cemetery
Brook Street
Erith
DA8 1JJ
Gravestone Cleaning
Biological treatments
Stain Removal
Black Spot Removal
Organic Growth Removal
Glass Chipping Cleaning
Polishing / Colour Enhancing
Inscription Painting & Gilding
Fully Insured Grave Care
Erith Cemetery: Brook Street, Erith DA8 1DY (split across both sides of the road)
- Stone & Memorial Types:
A multi-layered landscape featuring Victorian and Edwardian plots in the historic Old Cemetery section, traditional polished and rustic granite headstones, modern lawn beams, and specialized stone structures including above-ground mausoleum walls, black or grey polished granite memorial tablets, and private granite sarcophagi. - Primary Cleaning Challenges:
Persistent industrial and vehicular soot fallout from the busy Brook Street corridor combined with dense, damp organic matter shedding from the mature internal tree canopies. This promotes the accelerated growth of stubborn black lichen spots, heavy moss build-up on ground-level vaults, and acidic bird fouling that threatens the intricate, historic relief work and fragile inscribed lettering. - Recommended Specialist Treatments:
Meticulous in situ stone rejuvenation utilizing professional, non-hazardous biological washes to lift atmospheric soot and lichens safely, deep clearing of invasive weeds around older family plots and modern lawn beams, meticulous manual scrubbing of decorative stone chippings, and sharp, uniform turf trimming around all headstone bases and sarcophagi borders.
Gravestone Cleaning in Erith Cemetery.
- Complete Coverage: We regularly tend plots across both the historic Victorian and Edwardian old sections and the newer lawn beams at the Erith Cemetery site.
- Expert Care: Our team is highly experienced in treating traditional English stones, including Portland stone, white marble, and polished granite.
- Eco-Safe Methods: We use zero harsh chemicals or wire brushes, completely complying with the local council's stone preservation guidelines
Our Gravestone Cleaning Includes.
Full Hand Wash and Deep Cleaning
Our deep cleaning process is always tailored to your stone type & specific needs in order to protect & preserve the memorial.
Organic Growth removal
Removal of Lichens, Moss and Surface Algae. These encourage moisture into the porous stone and cause damage such as spalling if left untreated.
Black spot / Stain Removal
Black spotting , pollutants, rust staining Removal.
Biological Treatment
Specifically formulated Pro Grade Bio Treatment included. Designed to protect the stonework and Prevent the return of Organic Growth.
Stones / Chippings Cleaned
Glass chippings cleaned with the installation of a Free anti weed membrane. Replacement stones can be ordered on request.
Weeding and Edging
All Grass and weeds removed from the grave bed and the base stone edged for a clean and tidy finish.
Grave Condition Reporting
Any additional findings or remedial works advised will be brought to your attention.
Before and After Images
Before and After images of your memorial are provided with every job Free as standard.
The importance of Professional Gravestone Cleaning.
- Faded Inscriptions: Natural debris and mineral deposits cause lettering to fade completely from view.
- Structural Decay: Destructive biological growth like moss, algae, and lichen gradually eats into the porous masonry.
- Inevitable Deterioration: Left untreated, the physical stone will crack, crumble, or weaken over time.