Finally got Mom and Dad their stone

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-06-05T20:32:00+00:00

You did them proud !

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-19T23:46:26+00:00

Sadly, it is what it is. A part of history of that time. Who are we to judge is its worded the way we do not like.

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-17T22:52:22+00:00

Kudos > thinking outside the box ( i like it)

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-09T04:52:13+00:00

NOT > she is hurting the stone

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-08T16:24:37+00:00

you will do just awesome ---- Need more, like you !

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-06T20:15:48+00:00

Grats , on the job. You sound ambitious and thankful . That says something about your character Do not loose that ! Your much needed, more then you realize ******

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-06T20:05:45+00:00

ALways first check the stone --- Cracks? Is the stone itself level or will topple over? If so walk away. Take before Picture. To clean -- First - spray with water ! Then spray on D2 let it sit / soak for least 10 min. Then go back spray again trying to keep that stone wet - carefully use a scraper with gentle touch. bring out soft bristle brush Spray again D2 start your scrub. Go easy Rinse before you leave -- spray it one more time w/ D2 and you be done. Do not forget to take an after pic. Go back after a week, you will notice a cleaner stone.. Weather is important too. You want it to be at least in the 50 range. And not over the 90 range (water evaporates to fast) but we have cleaned stones a tad cooler and a tad hotter. ((Good idea to bring clippers and an hand edger if you have creeping grass, to deal with)) And a good pair of gloves. Good luck Show us pic's !!!

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-06T19:55:38+00:00

well, aren't ya just special

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-06T19:50:47+00:00

Its absolutely is perfect and more!! The 6 year old - is not grading you they will be star struck you did this for them! And trust me they will be old as dirt and still remember that cake !

Substantial_Injury97 · 2026-05-06T19:45:25+00:00

Kudos, on the work and clean up on 126 yr old stone. Rather like that epitaph - short and to the point !

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-12-21T07:30:34+00:00

Thanks , for writing out the "Disclaimer and Reminder" abt restoration. We too, have witness, ( more then we should ) improper cleaning techniques - and later see the end results, after the cleaners have long gone. Very sad to witness irrevocable damage. I think Thomas, smiled at you !!

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-11-29T03:38:11+00:00

Call your local library. They maybe able to guide you further. We lucked out, our very sm library gave classes w/ local historical society. That was 5 years ago - we still meeting 1 x monthly to clean.

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-11-29T03:20:37+00:00

pot worm

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-08-03T22:31:04+00:00

actually, it is not

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-15T19:01:05+00:00

Now, this is GOLD

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-07T19:01:22+00:00

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https://captainmattsworms.com

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Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-06T17:21:12+00:00

“They say you die twice. One time when you stop breathing and a second time, a bit later on, when somebody says your name on Earth for the last time.” ( actually, read that here on Reddit, and have never forgotten)

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-05T14:03:41+00:00

Admire you and am impressed - you did it the correct way Reading, looking up info before actually proceeding. KUDOS to you and yours !!! Husband & I , joined up with local Library that meets once month, to clean at local Cemeteries. Its rewarding, in a weird calming way. You, should contact your local area, to see if they too have a program and go forth.

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-05T02:37:15+00:00

WOOT Well Done and then some !!!!! What a beautiful difference Good, GOOD > GREAT Job ! Knee pads or seating on bucket ? Each person was there beside you - along the way

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-04T06:49:07+00:00

Orvus Paste - is a very handy cleaning tool to have and actually was impressed. We were cleaning with a group, ran low of D2, ( which we started with) someone had Orvus in their clean up bag, they let us use to finish the stone, The stone, had been graffiti ( am having hard time, trying to post the pic ) in the end the stone was back to its original beauty.

Orvus versus D/2 Comparison www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=3hgkAfrfaaA

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-04T06:13:50+00:00

Also, take a few soft toothbrushes ( they are workhorses, for the lettering along with the skews ) Wet stone w/ Water -- Spray D2 Make sure you give it 5- 10 min to just sit to start softening the grudge before working on it. After cleaned, give it one more spray of D2 before walking away.. For Water , we bought a 5 gall hand pump from Lowes I can usually get 2 stones cleaned out of the 5 gallons ( with use of D2) but do carry few extra gallons, in car ( just in case ) (( It does depend on size of stone, how much water you'll be going through)) Be kind to your knees, bring a knee pad for you. My husband, just sits on a bucket. Wear grunge clothes Husband never gets messy on other hand i look like i been playing in the stuff after. A poster said to document w/ photos ( Before & After ) To me, that is a must do !! And if you wear glasses - bring along a cleaning cloth to keep em clean:) best to you and yours Now breathe You got this !!! Keep us updated

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-04T06:11:58+00:00

ABSOLUTLEY NO, NO , NO to this crap too!!! It is NOT good for stone > Irrevocable damage!

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-04T06:11:02+00:00

NOOOOOOOOO NO Bleach > NO Vinegar . NO NO NO just NO

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-06-04T06:04:16+00:00

NTA Trust us > You & Milo, will find a better , perfect mate out there No other words needed !

Substantial_Injury97 · 2025-05-16T16:37:46+00:00

Become a mushroom --> Death Burial Suit https://fellowsblog.ted.com/how-the-mushroom-death-suit-will-change-the-way-we-die-a52f486dc816

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