How to choose the right coffin for a funeral

For a deceased person, the coffin is his last refuge. It is in the coffin that his body will rest, while the soul will go to heaven. Therefore, special attention is paid to the selection of a coffin, because it is very important to choose a worthy and beautiful attribute that will emphasize the special attitude towards the deceased and the financial well-being of his family.

Choosing the length of the coffin: When choosing a suitable attribute, one should focus on the height and dimensions of the deceased, and also take into account the characteristic physiological features of the body of the deceased. After death, the body literally increases by 5-7 cm. The thing is that the muscles relax as much as possible, which ensures stretching of its limbs.

Choosing the width of the coffin: Width is another important parameter. If you do not have the chest volume of the deceased, determine by eye or ask relatives what size they wore. If the size is 56, a standard coffin with a width of 60 centimeters is selected. If the deceased wore a size 60, then the width of the coffin should be at least 70 cm.

Coffin decoration: Almost all coffins made of wood (except for valuable species) are upholstered with fabric. It can be velvet, satin, crepe-satin or other suitable fabric. Shades are selected taking into account the age and gender of the deceased. And almost each of them corresponds to a certain type:

1. Red is the color of deep love and affection for the deceased person;
2. Purple and blue indicate sorrow and endless longing;
3. Green tones speak of humility and hope for the resurrection of the deceased;
   
4. A delicate blue color speaks of the ascension of the deceased to heaven;
   

Also, the shades of the upholstery fabric can be of a different color, at the exclusive request of the relatives of the deceased person.

Whatever the coffin is – made of natural wood, upholstered in fabric, or made of valuable species – the inside should be appropriately decorated with textile decor. Satin, silk, natural velvet, crepe-satin can be used for decoration. Most coffins are made with handles - different in type, material and fastening features. Coffins with railings - stylish metal handrails are available.