Caskets

A casket is rectangular in shape and is the same width & height at the head, as it is at the foot.It is usually made of solid wood or metal. The lid is attached with hinges on one side. Some lids aremade in two sections; this is to assist viewing purposes. Caskets are traditionally larger than coffins andcome in a variety of designs. They may have a handle bar, or individual handles (x 6) Caskets are available...

Coffins

A coffin is more traditional with tapering at the head and feet.It is usually made of particleboard, custom wood or solid timber.The lid of the coffin comes separate.The lid is then secured into place with 4 -6 plastic or metal screws. A coffin can have four or six handles.Coffins are available in the following styles Particleboard /Custom wood plain Particle board with stain or veneer Particle board with...

What is the difference between a casket and coffin?

Many Australians distinguish between a casket and a coffin on the basis of shape. They may use the term “coffin” to refer to a traditional rectangular box used for burial, while they think of a casket as a burial container which is tapered on both ends. The term “casket” is also sometimes used for a coffin with a split lid which is designed to allow people to view the decedent at an open casket funeral. A...