How long can I expect a Memorial Plaque KeepStake to last outdoors?
Forever. We know that you want a memorial plaque to stand the test of time, consequently we have researched our materials carefully. Garden products crafted from the same material have been used in gardens for a very long time without signs of significant weathering. Each memorial plaque is made from the highest quality aluminium and we professionally engrave it for you. The engraved letters are filled with a black liquid for presentation purposes and although this jet black colour fades when exposed to rain, over time, the engraving becomes more prominent as the plaque gets dirty. You can buy a Memorial KeepStake with the utmost confidence that your plaque will still look good in years to come. *Quick chemistry lesson if you are interested. Aluminium is a reactive metal (notably more so than iron) and therefore you would expect it to corrode much more rapidly than it does. It forms an oxide layer on the surface of the metal protecting the base metal underneath. KeepStakes are “anodise
