Types of urnsPosts and articles about Types of urnsBlogNicole DayWhy People Keep the Ashes of Their Loved Ones at HomeAlthough all life is precious, we all know that someday, it sadly has to come to an end. The passing of a loved one is one of the most difficult times in anyone...BlogNicole DayGuide to Choosing the Right Cremation UrnChoosing the right end-of-life passage for your loved one is a difficult choice, as there are many factors to consider. An option that's gained increasing popul...CommunityWhat size is a mini urn?Hi everyone. I was hoping someone could help me with a question I have. How big is a mini urn, and how much ash can it hold? Thanks in advance.BlogCam HenningCremation for a Stillborn Baby: Your Questions AnsweredStillbirth is a distressing time for parents and family as they attempt to navigate the grief and pain of losing a baby. If a baby is born stillborn after 24 we...AnswersCam HenningA Quick Guide on Choosing the Best Material for an UrnFinding the right cremation urn for your loved one can be tricky. There are many different options to choose from when it comes to size, shape, and material. He...AnswersCam HenningWhat Do Temporary Urns Look Like?Temporary urns are the vessel you receive from the crematorium after your loved one has been cremated and are shaped like a box with a lid. They aren’t built li...AnswersCam HenningShould Dog Urns be Sealed?When your beloved furry friend passes, you may choose to keep their ashes in an urn. Sealing your pet urn depends entirely on how you plan to use or display it....AnswersCam HenningAre Urns Permanently Sealed?An urn that is sealed will have a wax adhesive or a silicone seal around the edge of the lid. If the urn is unsealed, it will be able to wiggle open or may stil...AnswersCam HenningHow to Open a Sealed Metal Cremation UrnThere are a few reasons why a person may need to respectfully open an urn. A temporary urn needs to be opened to transfer the ashes into a more permanent urn. I...AnswersNicole DayHow to Open a Keepsake UrnKeepsake urns are much smaller in size than regular urns as they will only hold a portion of the cremated remains. This allows for the ashes to be shared amongs...AnswersNicole DayHow to Transfer Ashes Between Two UrnsTransferring ashes from one urn to another may seem like a bizarre thought to some, but it is actually quite common and comes with good reasoning. For some fami...AnswersNicole DayWhat Is a Keepsake Urn?Losing a loved one is, without a doubt, a difficult time, and choosing the right urn should be an easy process to limit pulling on the already tender heartstrin...CommunityHow does a water burial urn work?My dad always said that he wanted to be scattered in the ocean when he died, but the problem is that our sea is very windy, and his ashes will go everywhere. I ...CommunityWhat type of urn is best for a niche cemetery?Hi everyone, we decided to go with a columbarium instead of a headstone or keeping the urn in our home. The problem is that we're worried we buy a burial urn, a...CommunityHow much does it cost to make an urn?Has anyone here ever looked at customizing a burial urn? If you have, did you use metal, ceramic, or stone? How much did it cost you, and how long did it take t...CommunityHow much does a brass urn cost?Hi, I am looking for a burial urn (for my brother's ashes) that isn't too expensive, and crossing my fingers that a brass urn is one of them. How do brass urn p...CommunityShould we turn our dad’s urn into a companion urn?Very sadly my mom just passed away and, like my father, we had her cremated. Me and my siblings are really struggling to decide whether we should buy an urn for...CommunityWhat type of sculpture cremation urns are available?My husband sadly passed away this week. I’m now stuck with the difficult decision of what urn to choose, as I’m having him cremated. He was a gifted artist, so...CommunityWhat size urn do I need for a 300 pound man?Hey everyone, my brother passed away 3 days ago and I've started looking for urns. My only issue is that have no idea how much ash a 300lb man would be. What s...CommunityDo they make urns for 2 people?Good afternoon, it's with a sad heart that I am here looking for a cremation urn that can house two people. My mom died from an unknown cause a couple of month...CommunityHow can I personalize an urn for an adult female?I recently purchased an urn for my wife's ashes, but I feel like it could be made a bit more special. What are some ways to personalize an urn for an adult fema...CommunityWhat is a mini urn?Hi. Can someone explain what a mini urn is? Are they the same as a keepsake urn?CommunityWhat are mini urns used for?Mini urns don't seem big enough for a fully grown human's ashes. So what are mini urns used for?BlogCam HenningBest Urns for Burials: What Should You Buy?Cremation has gained popularity over the years, and after the cremation process is over, many people choose to bury the urn with their loved one's ashes. Peop...CommunityWhat type of urn is best for a natural burial?Hi, my husband and I are looking for an urn that will not hinder the process of being absorbed back into the earth. Perhaps it grows a tree or some other plants...CommunityHow do you choose an urn for ashes that will be kept at home?There are so many choices out there that I don't know where to even begin. What helped you to choose?BlogCam HenningBuying an Urn Online: Where Should You Look?An urn is a vessel that holds the ashes after cremation. Urns are used if family members wish to bury or keep their loved one’s cremains. Urns are available in ...BlogCam Henning8 Unique Cremation Urns for Your DadWith so many different urn options, choosing the right one to honor your dad’s memory can be hard. When looking for an urn for your father, there are many diffe...BlogCam HenningHow to Display an Urn in Your Home: 8 Ideas to Honor a Loved OneMany people ask, “Is it ok to keep an urn at home?” The short answer is yes. There is nothing bad about keeping your loved one’s ashes in your home. The only co...BlogStaff WriterPicking the Right Urn Online for Your Loved OneWhen we lose a loved one, it is natural to want to hold on the memories we shared with them. We have options to honor that memory with a special urn to hold the...BlogStaff WriterBio Cremation- A SynopsisBio-cremation, which is also known as Alkaline Hydrolysis or Aquamation is a responsible and gentle alternative to burial, without affecting the environment. Th...BlogStaff WriterWhy Biodegradable Urn for Water Scattering Is a Great IdeaToday, cremation has become one of the popular ways to bid adieu to a deceased person. With it’s growing trend, the rise in its products has also been increased...BlogStaff WriterNew Stars and Stripes American Flag Cremation UrnLosing a loved one is the most emotional and difficult time in anyone’s life. Even the more challenging is to protect the ashes of your loved ones. Luckily, Tru...BlogStaff WriterWhat Is the Purpose of a Pet Urn?No doubt pets make a great companion. They become an essential part of your family because of their unconditional love. Perhaps, losing a pet is an unbearable l...BlogStaff WriterAspects to Consider When Buying Cremation Urns for AshesThe universal truth of life is – One who is born has to die. This is a fact that no one can deny as each one of us have to leave this life and body one day. Los...CommunityHow much do metal burial urns cost?I like the look of an aluminum funerary urn. Would these perhaps be cheaper than ceramic urns? Thanks. AnswersAphiwe MtwakWhat Type of Urn Is Best for Burials?There are a number of choices to make when you lose someone you love. Often, they did not specify how they wanted to be sent away in the event of their death. L...AnswersAphiwe MtwakCremation Container vs. Urn: What’s the Difference?Are you stuck asking yourself how best to handle your loved ones' funeral arrangements? We are here to help. What Is a Cremation Container? The cremation conta...
