FAQS - Cremation, Urns & Ashes

No, you don’t have to have an urn to keep ashes in. It is a personal choice. Some people may keep their loved ones remains in the temporary ashes container they receive them in whilst others may transfer them to a scattering urn, burial urn or display urn.

The amount of cremated remains is determined by the weight/build of a person before their death. For a full-size urn to hold all the cremated remains of an adult allow for 1 cubic Inch for every 1 lb. body weight before their passing. For holding a portion of the ashes, you can select a much smaller urn or keepsake. See our see our Urn Size Guide Table for more information.

This size of urn you need for you cat, dog or other animal is based on the same rule of thumb as human urn size, 1 cubic inch for every lb. of body weight before they died.

There is no one-size-fits-all solution to this question, it is a matter of personal choice that will depend on you, the person you have lost, and the placement of their remains following cremation: o Are you wanting to store the remains of an adult or child all together, or will you be using the urn to store just a portion of ashes? o What you want to do with the cremated remains following the cremation, e.g., burial, scattering ashes in a sentimental place, using memorial jewellery, keeping the cremated remains with you at home, or do you plan to combine them with another person’s ashes in the future like many husbands and wives do? o The style of urn you choose; classic, modern, or one-of-a-kind. This will vary according to your intentions for the ashes and the personalities of both the deceased and you. Were they quiet and understated? maybe a white urn would suit them more. Did they have a favourite color or hobby? o Material; wooden cremation urns, metal cremation urns, glass, ceramic, and biodegradable urns are available in a range of materials, and the best choice is determined by your unique circumstances. Our guides can assist you in determining the appropriate urn for you. Read morehere and here.

No, not all urns require sealing. Numerous cremation urns, like those in our collection, feature a secure screw-in lid or screws that keeps the urn's opening safely sealed. If the lid on your selected ash urn doesn't seem secure, it's a good idea to seal it with an adhesive that's appropriate for the urn's material.

Urns can store other mementos and keepsakes from loved ones as well as ashes. If you have an empty urn after scattering ashes or placing them somewhere else, you can still use this as a memorial to the deceased. Otherwise, you may wish to dispose of the urn, keep it in the family for future deaths or donate to charity.

Like everything at home, from time to time the urn will become dusty. If this happens, you can wipe it with a soft cloth.
For additional cleaning our Memorial Vase Urn comes with a removable flower vase insert which can be rinsed under water between uses. If you spill wax on your candle urn then wait for it to dry before peeling off and buffing with a soft dry cloth.