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Different Types of Cremation Urns Explained

Cremation urns come in many styles, sizes, and materials to suit different memorial preferences, traditions, and final resting places. Understanding the different types of cremation urns can help you choose one that best honors your loved one's memory.
1. Adult Cremation Urns
Hold the full ashes of one adult
Capacity: 180–220 cubic inches
Adult urns are the most common type and are suitable for home display, burial, or placement in a columbarium. They are available in metal, wood, ceramic, marble, and more.
2. Keepsake Urns
Purpose: Hold a small portion of ashes
Capacity: 1–5 cubic inches
Keepsake urns are ideal for families who wish to share ashes among multiple loved ones or keep a symbolic memorial at home. They are often heart-shaped or mini in size.
3. Companion Urns
Purpose: Hold ashes of two individuals
Capacity: 360–440 cubic inches
Companion urns are designed for couples or family members who wish to be memorialized together. Some feature dual compartments, while others combine ashes in one chamber.
4. Child & Infant Urns
Purpose: Memorials for infants or children
Capacity: 20–80 cubic inches
These urns are thoughtfully sized and designed with gentle themes, offering a respectful and comforting memorial option for young loved ones.
5. Scattering Urns
Purpose: Temporary holding for ash scattering
Capacity: Varies by design
Scattering urns are lightweight and easy to carry, making them suitable for ceremonies at sea, in nature, or at a meaningful location.
6.Biodegradable Urns
Purpose: Eco-friendly burial or water release
Capacity: Adult or keepsake sizes
Made from natural materials, biodegradable urns naturally return to the earth, making them a popular choice for green memorials.
7. Burial Urns
Purpose: Ground burial
Capacity: Adult sizes
Burial urns are designed to withstand underground conditions and are often compatible with urn vaults for cemetery placement.
8. Decorative & Display Urns
Purpose: Home remembrance
Capacity: Adult or keepsake sizes
These urns focus on craftsmanship and design, blending beautifully into home décor while preserving ashes safely.
Urns Categorized by Material
The material often dictates the "feel" and durability of the memorial:
  • Metal Urns: Usually crafted from brass, aluminum, or stainless steel. These are the most popular choice due to their durability and the wide variety of finishes, from high-polish gold to hand-painted designs.
  • Wood Urns: Made from oak, walnut, cherry, or rosewood. They offer a natural, warm aesthetic and are often shaped like elegant boxes or chests.
  • Stone & Marble Urns: These are carved from natural materials, meaning no two urns are exactly alike. They are incredibly heavy and permanent, making them ideal for both home display and niches.
  • Ceramic & Glass Urns: These are often considered "art urns." Hand-blown glass or hand-thrown pottery provides a unique, one-of-a-kind tribute that looks like a piece of fine decor.
Comparison at a Glance
Type
Best For...
Durability
Metal
Versatile display or burial
Very High
Wood
Warm, traditional home display
High
Biodegradable
Water or earth scattering
Temporary
Keepsake
Sharing remains among family
High
Companion
Couples who wish to stay together
Very High

 Choosing the Right Type of Cremation Urn
When selecting a cremation urn, consider:
  • Ashes capacity required
  • Final resting place
  • Material preference
  • Personal or religious symbolism
  • Whether ashes will be shared
At CremationUrnsAshes.com, we offer a wide range of cremation urn types to meet every memorial need, with clear capacity details and compassionate support.

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