Incorporating Natural Caskets

 

Certified Caskets

We certify caskets for use in natural cemeteries, using an open and clear standard we developed based on experience and research. We do not charge for certification. Ask for all caskets at certified funeral directors.

Natural Caskets

Each sale of this range contributes to our cause.

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Tenderest

Essential casket

The Essential

The original "pine box". A hand crafted, solid and secure for people who like to keep things beautifully simple.

  • Fitted plain lid
  • Rope handles
  • Unbleached calico mattress
  • Fine sanded finish, with natural oil (one colour only - pine)

Archetype

The Archetype is manufactured using certified sustainably harvested North Island rimu which is not treated in any way and contains no added chemicals. The Archetype design is traditional with notable enhancements. The handles are integral so metal or plastic handles are not required. The interior is a feature and does not need to be hidden with side sets. The finishing touch is the wool fleece mattress which complements the wood grain. The lid is fixed by wooden keys (supplied) and the handles are rounded underneath for comfort. The timber is sanded and coated with a light natural oil.

Nextgen

Gently-rounded modern design in eco-friendly untreated pine plywood.

Material: untreated pine plywood with ergonomically-shaped pine handles and scented organic oil finish
Lining: quilted mattress - 100% cotton
Sizes: 1850mm (5' 11") and 1975mm (6' 4") long

Standard casket

The Standard

A mid-range casket that has attracted many impressed comments. Adds extra base, side and edge trim, finer sewn mattress, pillow and turned wood handle grips.

  • Base trim
  • Fitted lid with bevelled edge
  • Rope handles with wood grips
  • Stitched unbleached calilco mattress
  • Fine sanded finish, with natural oil
  • Choice of colours

Artisan

The unique design encourages celebration of life rather than mourning death and is particularly suited to those who refused a life of grey confiormity. Families wanting an open casket will find the low sides a welcome feature - mourners can sit with the deceased without having to stand an peer down into the top of a box. The mattress and pillow are wool fleece and come standard. The timber is sanded and coated with a light natural oil.

 

The Premium

A beautful display of astute and discrete workmanship.Fine detailing and care. These are simply beautful.

  • Base trim
  • Fitted lid with bevelled edge
  • Rope handles with wood grips
  • Stitched unbleached calilco mattress
  • Fine sanded finish, with natural oil
  • Choice of colours

The Woodstock is made from untreated New Zealand plantation grown Radiate Pine. It is a rustic solid timber casket in a similar price bracket to commonly used MDF / plastic coffins. The finish is dressed timber and it is constructed in a simple manor without glued edge joins - like something a family might make if they had the time. A rail handle is integrated into the design enabling more people to help carry it - this could be an opportunity to enable children to participate in the ceremony. The lid is secured with wooden dowels. The mattress is recycled wool padding with a calico cover.

 

 

 

The RD1 is a conventional shape and is lined with a wool fleece mattress. It is made from untreated plantation grown Radiata Pine - an iconic New Zealand material. For an open casket, the lid can be attached to the side (looks like it is hinged open). When closed it is locked with wooden dowels which are supplied. The casket is built to a high standard by furniture craftsmen and is supplied sanded without oils or waxes.


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Choose from our own range or other caskets we have certified. Buy these direct from our certified funeral directors - a small donation is made to Natural Burials with each casket purchased.

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Wellington

Harbour City Funerals

Wilson Funeral Home

Guardian Funeral Home

Ninness Funeral Home (Porirua and Paraparaumu)

Lychgate

Gee and Hickton

Kapiti

IC Mark

Kapiti Coast Funeral Home

Auckland

State of Grace


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