Are there child sized caskets?

Cherokee has provided the funeral industry with high quality, handcrafted child caskets since 1941. Cherokee’s expanded line of specially designed child’s service products give families unique ways to memorialize their precious child.

How big is a child casket?

Children’s Casket Dimensions The average interior dimensions for children’s caskets are 60 inches long and 11 inches wide. This image is a coffin, not a casket, because of the hexagonal shape. For shorter or taller bodies, the range of length for children’s caskets starts at 12 inches and goes up to 5 feet 6 inches.

Are there different size coffins?

Traditional coffins usually come in standard, child, and oversize options. Standard sizes typically range from 5’0 to 6’8 long and often have a width of 24” or more. If you need a coffin size that differs from the standard measurements most coffin suppliers will offer custom made sizing depending on model and material.

How tall can you be to fit in a casket?

Nine times out of ten, people will fit in a standard casket. Anyone up to 6’10” and weighing less than 350lbs will fit in a standard coffin. As a matter of fact, people a bit over 6’10” can also fit, as long as the funeral directors bend their knees a bit.

How much is a childs casket?

Infant caskets can cost anywhere between $50 and $800. You can imagine that due to this price range, you can find a wide variety of styles available.

Do they make caskets for dogs?

Pet caskets are a beautiful way to lay your animal friend to rest. We offer both biodegradable pet caskets and impenetrable pet caskets so that you can choose the best for your pet’s burial in the backyard or a cemetery.

What size is an oversized casket?

Oversized caskets are generally considered those that are larger than the standard size, in at least one of the following dimensions: length, larger than 84 inches; width, larger than 28 inches, height, larger than 23 inches.

How long and wide are caskets?

caskets are typically 84 inches long, 28 inches wide and 23 inches high. These dimensions are usually the same for both wood and metal caskets.

What sizes do caskets come in?

A standard casket is generally 84 inches long, 28 inches wide, and 23 inches tall. These sizes can vary depending on the model so be sure to ask for specific dimensions.

How much does a child’s casket weigh?

40 to 70 pounds
An average children’s casket weighs 40 to 70 pounds depending on the material used. This aligns to exterior dimensions of 57 inches in length by 20 inches in width. This casket will generally withstand up to 150 to 220 pounds of weight.

Do you need help choosing a coffin or casket?

If you’re still unsure how to choose a coffin or casket, don’t worry. Our Funeral Directors have an extensive range of coffins and caskets throughout the UK and we will be able to guide you through all of your available options. What is the difference between a coffin and a casket? The main difference between a coffin and casket is in the design.

Why choose our coloured coffins?

Our colourful coffins allow you the opportunity to plan a colourful funeral that reflects your loved one’s passions and celebrates their life. If you want your loved one’s funeral to be truly unique with a more creative touch, you can choose from our picture coffin designs.

Where can I get a traditional coffin for a 5-17 year old?

Traditional coffin for a 5-17 year old child with Children’s Funeral Fund FREE OF CHARGE Cherished Gowns UK is a charity that provides families of babies that are stillborn, miscarried or die shortly after birth with items of clothing that they are able to be dressed in, for their funeral – completely free of charge.

What is a traditional child coffin made of?

Traditional coffin Our traditional child coffin is manufactured in a veneered chipboard with an inscribed name plate and matching brass plated handles. Traditional coffin for a 5-17 year old child with Children’s Funeral Fund FREE OF CHARGE