Quality Caskets to Honor Your Loved One
Most families select caskets for their beauty and finish. But
there are a lot of little things about high-quality caskets that
most people never notice--and that frankly aren't meant to stand
out.
Details in design, construction, and finish are meant to enhance
the display of the casket in an attractive and dignified manner and
to keep the tasks involved in handling, closing, and transport to a
smooth minimum. These are details that all good caskets share.
Metal Caskets
There are many different types of metal caskets, and each type has
its unique features and advantages.
Bronze, copper, and stainless steel are considered semi-precious
metals. Steel caskets are categorized based on the thickness of the
material used (e.g., 16-gauge steel, 18-gauge steel, and 20-gauge
steel.)
Hardwood Caskets
The oldest material known to man makes it a natural and
environmentally sound choice when selecting a casket. Hardwood is
also strong, beautiful, and shock-resistant. And just as no two
pieces of hardwood are exactly the same, each Aurora casket
handcrafted of hardwood has its own, warming identity. Choosing a
hardwood casket also leaves a legacy for the next generation
because wood is a renewable resource.
The most popular species of hardwood caskets are:
- Cherry
- Mahogany
- Walnut
- Oak
- Ash
- Elm
- Maple
- Poplar
- Cottonwood
Professional woodworkers, skilled in the art of cabinetry,
follow many steps to ensure that the quality of the final product
is comparable to that of the finest furniture. These craftsmen
apply a wide variety of exterior finishes that accent the graining
pattern that is unique to each species of wood.