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What to Consider When Creating a Custom Urn

Ferdie Tan • Jul 04, 2022

What to Consider When Creating a Custom Urn

No one can tell you the right design for your urn. Not even the funeral homes in Biggar, SK that delivers the ashes. But just because it’s a deeply personal object doesn’t mean there aren’t qualities worth paying attention to for excellent results. We discuss some of them below, and it’s up to you to apply these considerations in ways that best suit you.



1. Personalization

The goal of customizing a cremation urn is to personalize it, but that can happen in different forms. You could personalize by engraving the person’s name, birthday, or date of death. Adding an emblem representing a major part of their lives, like the person’s military service or career honors, is another way to customize the urn to a specific person. Whichever form of customization you choose, ensure it is easy to identify by anyone, especially future generations. When they see the urn, long after you’ve passed, the urn should clearly communicate who it is for. This applies to those in the present too. Should the urn ever get stolen, in the case of an emergency, the right owner should be easy to identify, even in your absence.


2. Material

Creating a custom urn is essentially a balancing game between personalization and functionality. The customizations should not negatively affect the urn’s purpose. This is because not every material is suitable for all types of customization. Say you want to engrave a lifelike photo on a metal urn. The result will be different than doing the same on a wooden urn. But you shouldn’t purchase solely on which material works well for your custom idea. You should also consider how you intend to use the urn. For example, if you wish to keep the urn at home, you need something strong and durable like wood, ceramic, or steel. Hence, your custom choices should be what best suits any of these materials.


3. Colors

Colors and endless combinations are one of the simplest ways to customize an urn. The entire urn could be in a specific color, or you can incorporate additional colors. When picking colors for the urn, select one the deceased would have enjoyed. Don’t pick based on what looks good, but rather what best aligns with the personality and character of the deceased. Bright colors may not be suitable for a reserved person, while an artistic person might enjoy a splash of them. This is especially important if you intend to use the urn for decoration.


As tempting as picking a color that matches your home design may be, it’s important to remember that while the urn has decorative value, it’s still a container to memorialize your loved one. Keeping these considerations in mind is why we recommend working with an expert. They can help you figure out the perfect design fit for your vision. You can do that by reaching out to us. Cremation service in Biggar, SK can help you find the perfect urn to your specifications and any other cremation-related service you may need. Call us now to get started.

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