Monuments
A lower-profile alternative to the classic upright. Strong readability, clean lines, and a look that holds up well in any cemetery setting.
Common questions about slant monument styles, sizing, finishes, and cemetery compatibility.
A slant is a low-profile memorial with an angled face that slopes back toward the viewer. Typically 16–24 inches tall at the back, it offers better visibility than a flat marker while staying lower and more economical than a full upright monument. Slants may sit on a base or flush to grade, depending on the cemetery.
The angle naturally tilts the face toward the viewer, which keeps lettering and artwork easy to read. A common choice for individual or companion settings, and a good fit where a section calls for a lower profile.
Slants are available in a range of widths to accommodate single, companion, or family inscriptions. Widths typically run from around 20 inches to 48 inches or more, with the depth and height of the angled face scaled proportionally.
Most slant monuments are set on a separate granite base, which provides stability and a finished look at grade level. A near-flush installation is also possible in some sections.
Most cemeteries that allow monuments will accept slants, though rules vary by section. Some areas only allow flat markers, and others have height or style guidelines.
Slant monuments can be finished any way — polished, steeled, axed, sawn, or rock pitched — on the face, sides, top, and base. The face is most commonly polished for readability, but there's no rule. Many designs combine finishes for contrast and character.
It often comes down to personal preference and cemetery rules. Slants tend to have a cleaner, more contemporary appearance and work well in sections where a full upright feels too large or isn't permitted. If you're not sure what fits the lot or the family, we're happy to walk through the options with you.
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