A pillow headstone, also called a bevel marker, is a low, ground-level grave marker with a polished, gently sloped face and rough-cut sides, priced at $699 to $1,649 in this collection. Signature Headstones ships every pillow marker free across the continental United States, backs it with a 500-year guarantee, and produces it in our own engraving studio once your cemetery confirms pillow markers are allowed in your loved one's section. Browse the four sizes below, then use our online design app to add names, dates, and a lasting epitaph.
What Is a Pillow Headstone?
A pillow headstone, or bevel marker, is a low-profile grave marker that rests directly on the ground, with a polished top that slopes gently from back to front and rock-pitch (natural, unpolished) sides left rough for contrast. Because the face is angled rather than flat, engraved lettering and portraits catch the light and read clearly from a short distance, which is why many families choose this style over a completely flush marker.
Pillow markers sit lower and wider than upright monuments, which stand on a separate base and rise several feet above the grass, and they have more presence than a completely flat, flush-to-the-lawn marker in our flat headstone collection. They're also different from a slant headstone, which sits taller, at roughly 16 inches, on its own base rather than resting directly on the ground. Before ordering, confirm with your cemetery which of these styles its lawn sections actually permit; many allow only flat or pillow markers in certain areas.
Choosing the Right Pillow Marker Size
Signature Headstones offers four pillow marker sizes, each matched to a different plot width and layout need; the table below lists exact weights and prices so you can compare at a glance. In short:
- 20″ x 10″ x 6″ — a single inscription on a narrower plot.
- 24″ x 12″ x 6″ — a single name with room for an epitaph, or a modest companion layout.
- 30″ x 12″ x 6″ — a full companion inscription with two names, dates, and shared artwork.
- 36″ x 12″ x 6″ — the widest companion layout we carry.
The price covers the stone and engraving only; cemetery setting, foundation, and installation fees are billed separately by the cemetery, so ask your cemetery office for that estimate before you order.
Single vs. Companion Pillow Markers
Every pillow marker in this collection comes in two inscription layouts: Single, for one name and one set of dates, and Companion, for two names side by side on the same stone, selected as the Stone Type option when you build your marker in our design app. A companion layout is a practical, often more economical way to mark two spouses, siblings, or parents together on one piece of granite rather than purchasing two separate markers.
If you know you need two full name panels and want to see more companion-specific layouts and wording ideas, our Double Headstones and Single Headstones for Two Names collections walk through additional format options, and our Married Couple Husband and Wife Headstones collection is built specifically for that pairing. Whichever layout you choose, our design team can show you a proof of the names, dates, and any emblem before production begins, so there are no surprises once engraving starts.
Granite Colors Available for Pillow Markers
Pillow markers in this collection are available in five granite colors: Bahama Blue, Black, Grey, Pink, and Red, each chosen as the Stone option when you customize your marker. Darker stones like black and Bahama blue tend to show polished lettering and portraits with high contrast, while grey, pink, and red read a bit softer and are common choices for traditional cemetery sections.
Granite is a natural material, so expect some variation in color, veining, and grain from piece to piece; these differences are part of natural stone and are not considered defects. If you're drawn to a particular shade, our Black Headstone and Red Granite Headstones collections are good places to see more of that color family before you decide.
Confirming Your Cemetery's Pillow Marker Rules
Before you order, call your cemetery office and confirm in writing whether pillow or bevel markers are permitted in your loved one's specific section, since many lawn cemeteries restrict certain areas to flat, flush markers only. Ask about the maximum thickness and footprint allowed for that plot, whether a poured concrete or granite foundation is required beneath the marker, whether a plot number must be engraved on the back or edge, and whether the cemetery limits granite color or finish.
Signature Headstones builds pillow markers to the sizes and weights listed on this page, but we cannot guarantee that any cemetery will accept a given style, size, or color; that approval always rests with the cemetery itself. The Federal Trade Commission's Funeral Rule protects consumers buying from funeral homes, but it does not govern cemeteries or monument dealers, so a cemetery's own written rules are what ultimately apply; you can read more at the FTC Funeral Rule consumer guide. General industry standards and consumer guidance for monument shopping are also outlined by Monument Builders of North America. If you're marking a veteran's grave, the VA furnishes a government headstone, marker, or medallion at no charge for an eligible veteran in any cemetery, with setting fees at a private cemetery the family's responsibility; details and eligibility are at VA headstones, markers and medallions.
What's Included: Shipping, Guarantee & Design Process
Every pillow headstone ships free via standard freight anywhere in the continental United States, with delivery made to a business address; shipping to Alaska or Hawaii and residential delivery both carry an additional fee, so contact us for an estimate if either applies to you. Signature Headstones' standard production window is a 30-day turnaround on in-stock granite, and every marker is backed by our 500-year guarantee that it will remain beautiful for generations.
To design your marker, you'll use our online design app, which includes a clipart catalog and ready-made templates so you can lay out names, dates, an epitaph, and any emblem yourself, with a proof to review before production begins. Changes are free any time before production starts; once production begins, the order is final, and changes after that point carry a fee based on the order's status. If your marker arrives damaged in transit, we'll replace it free of charge, provided you inspect it before signing and report any issue in writing within 10 days of delivery. Our Popular Styles collection is a good next stop if you'd like to compare pillow markers against our other grave marker styles. When you're ready, scroll back up to the product grid and pick the size, stone type, and color that fit your cemetery's requirements.
Pillow Marker Sizes, Weights & Prices
Size (W x D x H): 20" x 10" x 6"
Weight: 125 lb
Price Range: $699.99–$1,099.99
Typical Use: Single inscription, narrower plots
Size (W x D x H): 24" x 12" x 6"
Weight: 185 lb
Price Range: $1,049.99–$1,499.99
Typical Use: Single or modest companion layout
Size (W x D x H): 30" x 12" x 6"
Weight: 235 lb
Price Range: $1,199.99–$1,649.99
Typical Use: Companion inscriptions, wider plots
Size (W x D x H): 36" x 12" x 6"
Weight: 265 lb
Price Range: $1,399.99–$1,649.99
Typical Use: Widest companion layout
Frequently asked questions
What is a pillow headstone and how is it different from a flat or bevel marker?
A pillow headstone and a bevel marker are the same style: a low, ground-level marker with a polished, gently sloped face and rough rock-pitch sides. It differs from a flat or flush marker, which lies completely level with the lawn, and from an upright monument, which stands tall on its own separate base.
What sizes and weights do pillow markers come in?
Signature Headstones carries four pillow marker sizes: 20 inches by 10 inches by 6 inches at 125 pounds, 24 by 12 by 6 at 185 pounds, 30 by 12 by 6 at 235 pounds, and 36 by 12 by 6 at 265 pounds. Larger sizes give you more room for a companion inscription or a longer epitaph.
Can a pillow headstone hold two names (companion) or is it only for one person?
Yes, every pillow marker in this collection is available as either a Single layout for one name or a Companion layout for two names side by side. You choose Single or Companion as the Stone Type option when you customize your marker in our design app.
What granite colors are available for pillow markers?
Pillow markers come in five granite colors: Bahama Blue, Black, Grey, Pink, and Red. Because granite is natural stone, some variation in shade and veining between pieces is normal and is not considered a defect.
Will my cemetery allow a pillow-style headstone, and do I need a foundation?
Many cemeteries permit pillow or bevel markers, but some lawn sections restrict markers to flat, flush styles only, and some require a poured concrete or granite foundation beneath the stone. Confirm your section's rules, size limits, and foundation requirements with your cemetery office in writing before you order, since Signature Headstones cannot guarantee a cemetery's acceptance.
Does the price include installation or cemetery setting fees?
No. The marker price covers the granite and engraving only; cemetery installation, setting, and foundation fees are separate and paid directly to the cemetery. Ask your cemetery office for their current setting fee before you order.
How long does it take to receive a custom pillow headstone, and how is it shipped?
Signature Headstones' standard turnaround on in-stock granite is 30 days, and every order ships free via standard freight anywhere in the continental United States to a business address. Shipping to Alaska or Hawaii, expedited service, and residential delivery are available for an additional fee.
What if my pillow headstone arrives damaged, or I need to change the design after ordering?
If your marker arrives damaged in transit, Signature Headstones will replace it free of charge, provided you inspect the packaging before signing and report any issue in writing within 10 days of delivery. Design changes are free any time before production begins; once production starts, the order is final, and post-production changes carry a fee that depends on the order's status at the time of the request.
Why Signature Headstones
Signature Headstones is a family-owned company that sells direct, without a showroom markup. Every stone comes from our own inventory of more than a million pounds of granite, and you can design it yourself with our online clipart catalog and templates, or call or email our support team seven days a week if you'd rather talk it through. More than 5,000 families have built a memorial with us, with an average rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 437-plus reviews. Ready to choose yours? Scroll up to the product grid, pick a size and color that fit your cemetery's rules, and start your design today.
