Wooden Caskets are designed for the storage of ashes and are popular after crematorial funeral services. At UK memorials, they are crafted using solid timber and can be designed with or without an engraved plaque. Their simple and elegant appearance is just one part of what gives them their high-quality finish and they can be crafted using a small variety of different timbers to give you the finish that you are looking for.
We appreciate that planning a memorial be challenging which is why we wanted to create this blog to explore some of the casket options we have.
Standard Wooden Casket
The special thing about a wooden casket made at UK Memorials is the high-quality feel. Made from Solid Oak, treated in Satin Varnish or to look like Mahogany or can be painted, the standard caskets are attractive, well made and designed to last – the perfect way to store your loved ones’ ashes safely and securely. The lids of the caskets are permanently fixed to the main body of the box.
In additional to the standard ash casket, in the same style we also stock small, double and tall caskets.
In order to place the ashes within the box, you can open it by unscrewing the bottom. The standard solid oak caskets are perhaps the most popular choice here, but all three make a perfectly fitting tribute.
Wording can be engraved directly onto the wood of the casket and this is not just restricted to the top but we can laser engrave the sides as well.
Many like to include a plaque in the design of the casket (though others prefer to have the lettering and detailing engraved directly into the wood which has a beautiful effect). The plaques can be made from traditional brass, coloured aluminium or acrylic laminate – all three fitting with the wooden caskets well. The brass plaques do require a little upkeep to keep it looking clean and cared for whereas the other plaques require little to no maintenance.
Small images and pictures can be included within any of our engraving options which is a lovely way to personalise a casket. You can speak to us about what you are looking for and we will send you a quote and a proof copy of the design for you to approve.
Shaped Corners
Similar to the standard caskets in the treatments is our Shaped Corner Ash Caskets, with either a natural oak, mahogany finish or painted. These caskets boast more detailed features such as the pillar corners. These caskets come with flat edges to plaques can applied to the sides as well as the top.
Woodland Ash Caskets
The woodland ash caskets are designed without any metal fixtures. These caskets are particularly popular (and necessary) for natural burials. Some natural burial sites will specify that the casket should not have metal within it so that it remains as natural as possible. The fixtures, fittings and fixings are secured with wooden dowels. Though they are similar in appearance to other caskets, they are made using only natural materials which is sometimes a preferable choice.
The engraving for these caskets can be lasered directly into the wood as opposed to having an additional metal plaque. The finish of these pieces is stunning and it would make a special but fitting tribute to a loved one.
Why Choose UK Memorials
The task of designing and choosing a casket can be overwhelming, so we want to reassure you that we have an incredible customer service team who can take you through each step of the process.
You will receive proof of the design for you to approve before production begins in the workshop (unless the casket is left plain without any engraving), and our craftsmen take the greatest of care with each piece that they make. This allows you to confirm the layout of your design and ask any questions to ensure the casket is exactly what you have in mind.
You can find out more information about the wooden caskets we make here, or to browse the full memorial range, click here. Please do not hesitate to get in touch with us for more information. We’d love to hear from you.
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