Choosing Between a Cremation Casket Vs. Container

Posted on March 14, 2022 by McVeigh Funeral Home, Inc. under cremation services
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Cremation services in Colonie, NY

Cremation offers more wiggle room than most, if not all, other methods of final disposition available. Cremation services in Colonie, NY, are generally suited to meet the needs and budget of different families.

That is, you can look at different aspects of whatever form of cremation you go for and pick only what you want or need. One such part is in the cremation container you use.

Depending on your priorities, you can get a traditional casket that serves a dual purpose, a simple container just for the cremation, or something in between.

Whether you choose a cremation container or a casket mostly comes down to your preferences. The only hard requirement is that the material is entirely combustible.

The options below highlight the differences between cremation caskets and containers.

1. Traditional “solid-wood” casket

A cremation casket is your traditional burial casket made entirely from wood. It is a suitable option for families interested in having a funeral service before the cremation as it can double as a cremation container afterward.

Traditional wooden caskets are made of mahogany plus interior linings and other artistry add-ons. But such quality comes at a higher price than the alternatives.

2. Cloth-covered casket

Somewhere next to your hardwood caskets are those made out of fiberboard or pressed wood. The exterior of the casket is then covered with tapestry or veneer for a sturdier or wood-like finish.

One can also opt for bamboo, wicker, or other similar material to fiberboard. The point is it is a close enough imitation of hardwood cremation caskets that costs less and can serve the same purpose(s).

3. Alternative cremation container

Alternatively, cremation services provide a cremation box often made of cardboard for people who would rather not procure a casket.

Though not designed for viewing, the alternative container is sturdy enough to hold the body and get it into the cremation chamber. It is also the most low-cost option on this list.

Green caskets also fall under alternative cremation containers since they are often made of all-natural sustainably-sourced combustible materials like recycled cardboard, willow, wool, etc.

4. Rental casket

Cremation services in Colonie, NYFinally, if you’re planning a viewing or funeral service before the cremation and would rather not commit a fortune to buy a casket, then you can rent one.

It is an affordable option that offers you top-of-the-shelf benefits for as long as it matters. You can give your loved one a satisfactory send-forth for a token of the purchase price and have the body transferred to a less-expensive container for the cremation process.

This way, you get more options in terms of style and material as the rental casket won’t be cremated with the body and thus, not restricted to wood.

The major difference between a cremation casket and its alternative containers is the material quality and, consequently, the price.

Have a clearer picture of what you want? Many cremation services in Colonie, NY, offer these options. We have all you need in one place, from cremation products (purchase and rentals) to the services themselves. Give us a call today or stop by to see for yourself.