Opting to cremate the dearly departed is growing in popularity owing to the low costs involved relative to casket burials. However, by no means is this an inferior option. Human ashes can be memorialized in many unique ways. You can choose from custom urns for mom or urns better suited for dad. You can even keep ashes close to your heart and wear them as jewelry—far more inexpensive than diamonds but of far greater value to you.

You can also cremate your beloved pet, whose memory you treasure like a family member. We offer medium to small dog urns for man's best friend or beautifully handcrafted cat urns that reflect their regal nature.

Whether you decide to keep, bury, or scatter cremated ashes, there are countless ways to cherish and honor the life of a loved one, and Trupoint Memorials makes it possible.

What Are Cremation Urns?

A cremation urn is a container or vessel designed to carry or hold animal or human ashes after cremation.

There is a wide variety of urns available that differ in terms of size, shape, design, material, and cost.

Both the cremation urn's aesthetics and functionality should factor into your purchasing decision. For example, do you need the urn for a burial or a memorial service? Do you require an ornate urn to display in the home, a weatherproof urn to be kept outdoors, or simply a temporary urn to hold the cremains until they are scattered?

Types of Cremation Urns Available

The most common type of urn is an individual urn, which varies in size. There are large and extra-large urns to hold adult ashes. Urns also come in smaller sizes to hold the cremains of a child or infant in the unfortunate event of their passing.

Additionally, urns come in small and miniature sizes so that the remains—and memories—can be shared among loved ones. These mini urns, called keepsake urns, are usually available in a set, which can be a more cost-effective option.

The remains of two people can be kept together in a companion urn. These urns can hold both sets of ashes in one vessel or consist of two separate compartments.

Styles of Cremation Urns

Due to their durability, urns have traditionally been made of metals like brass. Many other metals are available today, like stainless steel and aluminum. They guarantee protection against the elements and can be kept outdoors.

Other popular materials are porcelain and ceramics. They are versatile and easy to paint and design. Due to their fragility, however, they are best kept indoors.

Wood is another great customizable option, as there are many types and finishes of wood that can be carved and engraved.

Biodegradable urns are becoming increasingly popular for nature memorials. Eco-friendly materials like cardboard and cellulose fiber are used, which break down and return to the earth over time.