Don't do this when decorating the graves of your loved ones! 5 common mistakes that should not be made

November 1 is fast approaching. Therefore, it is worth taking care to properly decorate the graves of our loved ones. However, you should remember about several important issues that affect not only the aesthetics of the decorations, but also their quality. What are common mistakes when decorating graves ? Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid.

You do not protect the decorations against the wind

It cannot be denied that All Souls' Day falls in late autumn, when the weather can play various tricks. Rain or strong wind happen very often, so it is worth taking proper care to protect the decorations. First of all, it is worth buying glass candles . They are heavier than plastic candles , so a strong gust of wind will not blow them over. It is also worth choosing those with the highest quality workmanship from proven, trusted suppliers.

However, if there is a fear that candles or flowers in pots may fall over, it is worth weighing them down. How to protect candles against wind? The easiest and fastest way is to pour stones at the bottom. You can also attach a heavy plate to the bottom of the pot or candle. It is also worth using vases permanently attached to the monument.

The candle goes out very quickly

It sometimes happens that when buying candles for the graves of our loved ones, we do not pay attention to the size of the insert placed in them. Such situations mean that even if the lamp was large, it burns out very quickly. When buying candles, it is worth paying attention to the insert contained in them and ensuring that it is of the highest quality. Oil cartridges that burn for a long time are most often chosen. You can read more about how to choose a good candle in the article " how to choose a good candle" .

Lack of coherent composition

All Souls' Day is a time when many people visit the graves of our loved ones. Everyone also wants to light their own candle for them, which can disturb the decorative composition and distract attention from the commemorative plate. Therefore, it is worth choosing subtle decorations that will blend beautifully with the decorations brought by close and distant relatives, and will not overwhelm the appearance of the tombstone. We recommend choosing one type and color of flowers and one pattern on the candles so that the entire composition is coherent and not overwhelming.

A composition covering a commemorative plaque

A common mistake is covering the commemorative plaque with decorations. Let us remember that at this time the graves of our loved ones are also visited by people who do it very rarely. To make it easier for them to find the right tombstone, place the decorations further away from the inscriptions so that they are at the appropriate level.

Also remember that tall flowers should be placed on the edges of the monument, while large candles should be placed in the center of the slab . If you have small candles at your disposal, place them right under the commemorative plaque. They will illuminate it beautifully after dark.

You don't protect your decorations against thieves

It cannot be denied that the real problem in cemeteries is the notorious theft, which increases around November 1. What can you do to protect yourself against this? It is worth marking flowers, wreaths and candles with a short, personalized decoration , which will effectively discourage theft. After all, such signed items cannot be sold again or placed on another grave. You can prepare a small plaque with a dedication this way and permanently attach it to a candle or flowerpot. All you need is a short, personalized text such as "grandpa, you will be in our hearts forever - Tomek and Ala".

Remember how to avoid these five most common mistakes and get ready to decorate your loved ones' graves this year!