Metal caskets -- including those made from bronze, copper, stainless steel and steel -- are known for their unique finishes. Bronze and copper are among the most durable and beautiful of metals; both are naturally non-rusting. Stainless and carbon steel caskets come in a variety of grades, gauges, styles and finishes.

Hardwood caskets include a variety of species: mahogany, walnut, cherry, maple, oak, pecan, poplar, and pine.  These caskets are the choice of families who appreciate and cherish the qualities of natural wood.  The warmth, beauty and personality it brings to fine furniture ideally suits it for the construction of quality caskets.

The Beauty of Metal

Bronze and Copper

For thousands of years, craftsmen and artisans have appreciated the beauty of bronze and copper. Bronze and copper are among the most durable of metals, which makes them ideal for the construction of caskets.

Stainless Steel and Carbon Steel

Stainless steel caskets are available in a variety of grades, finishes and styles. Steel caskets offer a range of colors, finishes and thicknesses ranging from 16 gauge (thicker) to 20 gauge (thinner).

The Warmth of Wood

Wood Caskets

Wood caskets are the choice of families who appreciate and cherish the qualities of natural wood. The warmth, beauty and personality it brings to fine furniture makes this material ideally suited for caskets as well.

Models are offered in a variety of wood species including mahogany, walnut, cherry, maple, oak, pecan, pine, and poplar. With a wood casket, you'll find there is no substitute for quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail.

What is the Correct Choice?

No one answer is correct.

Families who choose a wooden casket will do so for its warmth and beauty. Maybe dad always sat under the oak tree in the backyard or mom always loved her cherry dining room set. These life experiences and the many more like them will often have an impact over the choice made by each unique family and circumstance.

The family who chooses copper and bronze do so as a desire to have the finest metal offerings used to manufacture caskets today. Their resistance to the elements and unique properties allow for the creation of the most elegant of designs.

Stainless steel is a leading choice for those who want the best of all the steel caskets without adding the cost of copper and bronze. Stainless Steel and its properties are best seen in the rigors of our own homes. Stainless Steel is used to create flatware, sinks and appliances. Stainless Steel always stands up to the wear and tear test of everyday life with beauty.

Steel is used in casket manufacturing and it offers the least expensive of all of the options available today. The choice of Steel allows for many different designs & color combinations to commemorate our loved ones.