Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
The questions we are asked most often. If yours is not answered here, please call.
What materials do you work with?
Marble and granite. Most grave work is done in white marble, while granite is chosen for its darker tone and harder face. The two are frequently combined. For surrounds, painted concrete is also an option.
Do you maintain or renew an existing grave?
Yes. Grave maintenance sits alongside new work. Darkened surfaces, frames that have settled, opened joints and worn inscriptions are assessed on site.
Do you cut inscriptions into the headstone?
Yes. Names, dates and any text you choose are cut into the headstone. Because the layout depends on the dimensions of the stone, agreeing the wording at the start avoids corrections later.
A collection of Turkish funerary verses we have gathered over the years is also on the site, if you are looking for wording.
What is the grave substructure, and does it need to be done separately?
The substructure is the groundwork the visible stone sits on, and the base and frame are measured to match it. Where it is not set properly, the stone above will settle over time and the joints will open.
We carry out the substructure ourselves — it is planned as part of the grave work rather than as a separate job.
Can I commission a memorial fountain?
Yes. Commissioning a sebil in someone’s name is part of what we do. The name and year are cut into a granite face set on a marble body, and the fountain is installed complete with its basin and tap connection.
Do you make kitchen worktops as well as memorial work?
Yes. Marble and granite worktops are measured on site, cut and fitted at the property. Cut-to-size work such as stair cladding, sills and thresholds is also part of what we do.
Where are you and how do I visit?
Our workshop is in Isparta, at Yeni Sanayi Sitesi, 15. Blok No: 24. It helps to call before coming so we can set aside time to go through the work with you.
How is the price decided, and how do I get a quote?
The price depends on the material chosen, the dimensions, the scope of the work and where it is to be installed. For that reason each job is quoted individually rather than from a fixed price list.
You can call, message us on WhatsApp, or use the quote form on this site. Telling us what you need — and any dimensions you already have — makes it quicker.
If your question is not answered here
Contact
Let’s start with a conversation
Tell us what you need made, and we will work out together what it takes in terms of measurements, material and wording.
Call us 0535 625 22 26- bilgi@firatmermer.com.tr