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Traditional wooden coffins are giving way to greener, cheaper or more quirky alternatives. Soft wool or natural wicker, cardboard or bespoke sculpture, the choice is yours.

Coffin from HLHawes.co.ukCoffin from HL Hawes

Coffins were originally carved from hard woods. These have now become more expensive and difficult to source, so wooden coffins are now often made of chipboard veneered to give the effect of solid wood.

Likewise handles and nameplates are made to resemble brass but are often plastic. These materials can pollute the atmosphere when cremated.

Green Coffins

There are now many varieties of coffin available which do not try to recreate the look of solid wood and are often a more eco-friendly alternative. For example, you can source a handcrafted wicker coffin, or even a woolen coffin. These materials are strengthened and lined so that they are as effective as solid wood for carrying purposes, but will burn or decompose more readily and with less impact on the environment.

Willow CasketThe Ecopod is alternative both in shape and colour, providing a modern impact along with ecologically-friendly materials: the pod is made of recycled paper and will decompose naturally once below ground. ecopod

Budget Coffins

Cardboard coffins are available which are rigid and can be designed to be easy to carry. Family members can decorate them to personalise the coffin, or a flag or personal blanket or quilt can be draped over the coffin whilst it is in view

cardboard-coffin by CaldecottCardboard coffin from Caldecott & Sons

Designer Coffins

It is now possible to create a coffin that will reflect your interests and character, in designer shapes and colours. Market leaders in this field are building coffins in shapes including aircraft, cars, animals and even sports bags in the colours of a favourite team.

Sportsbag coffin from Crazy CoffinsSportsbag coffin  from Crazy Coffins

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