Plaque Restoration
Plaque Restoration – Restore Faded Inscriptions
GraveClean is the UK’s #1 national, professional memorial-care company. Restore and protect your loved one’s memorial.
Bring worn and weathered plaques back to life with our professional on-site plaque restoration service. Whether metal, granite, bronze or resin, we carefully clean, prepare and re-finish faded inscriptions using durable, weather-resistant coatings designed to withstand the British climate. Lettering is reinstated with precision, ensuring names and dates are once again clear, dignified and easy to read.
All work is completed within 4 weeks, with council or cemetery permissions managed on your behalf where required. Our dedicated office team (Mon–Fri, 9–5) provide updates and support throughout. With transparent pricing, nationwide coverage and long-lasting results, we make plaque restoration straightforward and stress-free.
Frequently Asked Questions
We serve all of England and Wales. Once you submit a request for a free quote, we’ll confirm availability and travel costs if any, based on your chosen cemetery location.
Most standard headstones take 1–2 hours to clean and restore. Larger or more deeply weathered stones may take up to 3 hours. We provide a more precise time estimate in your personalised quote.
Yes. Our technicians are trained to identify and safely clean all common memorial materials. We use specialist techniques (e.g. foam poultices or low-pressure rinsing) to ensure there is no damage to the stone.
Prices vary depending on location, stone size and condition. A simple cleaning typically starts from £119 + VAT, whereas full restoration (including re-lettering or repair work) may range higher. Submit the online quote request form or call us for a tailored estimate with no obligation.
It isn’t necessary, though many customers like to see the work. We can complete the service in your absence if that’s more convenient—just ensure we have accurate access details for the cemetery and stone.
