It can sometimes feel foreign and even morbid to think about casket features when planning funeral services for a loved one or pre-planning your own, but it is another important part of saying goodbye. By knowing which options are available, you are given the opportunity to personalize where a body is laid to rest. Here is a guide to casket features to consider when making this decision. 

Noteable Casket Features 

1. Materials 

Metal and wood are the most common materials for a casket. Wood options include hard and soft woods, high gloss or satin finishes, with everything from pine and poplar to mahogany and walnut. 

Metal caskets can be made of bronze, copper, stainless steel, or carbon steel. Metal is the most durable, long-lasting material for a casket, and they are rust-proof. 

2. Interior

The lining of the casket is sewn into the interior in a tufted, tailored, or ruffled design. Popular fabrics include polyester, velvet, silk, satin, and linen. The interior of the casket can be customized to represent a favorite color, beloved sports team, hobby, or affiliation. This is especially meaningful if you have a wake or viewing before the funeral service, as it allows guests to be reminded of the legacy the deceased.  

3. Special Features 

Consider if any special features would make this purchase more personal. Some caskets have hidden compartments to house poems, loving tributes, or personal items you'd want buried with a loved one. Another interesting feature is a memory tube, a leak-proof compartment in the lid that contains identification information and allows someone to distinguish whose remains are in the casket without opening it. Lastly, there are options for special hardware on the casket, like custom handles, ornamental medallions, and casket corners. 

If you are planning funeral services for yourself or a loved one, allow Mihovk-Rosenacker Funeral Home to be a gentle guiding presence. For generations, this family-owned, Cincinnati-based funeral home has assisted countless families with planning meaningful and personal funeral services. Their professional and experienced staff of funeral directors provide support and assistance families deserve during this difficult time. To learn more about their story, visit the website or call (513) 385-0511.