When planning a funeral for a loved one, it can be difficult to choose a casket. Indeed, you will find a myriad of options that can make decision-making complicated.
Moreover, a casket is often one of the most expensive items for funeral planning. In Quebec, the prices of caskets vary greatly, depending on material, size, finish, and quality.
In this article, Compare Home Quotes reviews the different types of caskets, the options available, and the associated prices to help you make an informed choice.
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What materials are used in making coffins in Quebec?
Coffins can be made from a variety of materials. Apart from the traditional and popular wood or steel, professionals recommend a greener alternative with ecological coffins.
Wooden coffins
Wooden caskets are the most commonly used in Quebec. They can be made from different types of wood such as mahogany, walnut, cherry, pecan, maple, ash, cedar, poplar, white walnut, oak, Birdseye maple, pine, or fir. They can be painted, varnished, or lacquered.
A distinction is made between solid wood coffins and laminated coffins. These are made from plywood and are laminated with hardwood.
Wood veneer caskets are made with high density fiberboard and are covered with wood veneer.
Steel Caskets
Metal caskets are usually made with stainless steel, carbon steel, bronze, or copper. They are often more expensive than wooden caskets but are considered more durable and resistant to corrosion.
Steel caskets vary in thickness, from 16 gauge (thickest) to 20 gauge (thinnest)
Copper and bronze caskets are generally more expensive than wooden caskets.
Green Caskets
Green caskets are an ecological and economical option for funerals. The most popular materials are: cork, banana leaves, recycled cardboard, pulpboard, organic cotton, and hemp. They are biodegradable.
More original caskets
Some caskets can be made of fiberglass, plastic or glass. Caskets made from plywood and covered with fabric are the most economical options.
What are the different types of caskets in Quebec?
Whatever your choice of material, the casket will necessarily have one of four different shapes: Parisian casket, Lyon casket, funeral casket, and American casket. These models are differentiated by the shape of their lid: flat, continuous slope, or raised, and by their different prices.
The Parisian casket
The Parisian casket has a diamond shape, sober and pure, with a flat lid.
The Lyon casket
It has a rectangular shape, is slightly flared at the head and its lid raised.
The funeral coffin or tomb
Its shape resembles that of the Parisian coffin, but with a raised lid.
The American casket
It can be left partially open to show the upper part of the body. It is a high-end casket.
The size of the casket depends on the body of the deceased. Most cremation caskets are available in three sizes: small, medium and large. There are also “oversize” caskets (if the deceased was more than 1m95 and/or 100 kg).
Types of caskets
If there are traditional or biodegradable caskets, others are waterproof or even… folding! Some are even designed to preserve the deceased and prevent decomposition.
What are the options when choosing a casket?
There are still many, many ways to personalize the casket of the deceased. Adding a cushion, a bronze ornament, or a brass handle, for instance. There are many choices to suit different tastes or preferences.
Caskets ornaments
- Handles
- Emblems, crosses, symbols
- Plaques and frames
- Rings
- Upholstery nails
- Nails, screw covers
Interior lining
- Satin fabric
- Polyester fabric
- Velvet fabric
- Thin or thick padding
- Patterns, embroidery
- Choice of cushion
Others
- Casket with or without shoulder
- Mixed casket
- Plaques and frames
- Partial opening
- Large opening
- Engraving
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What are the average prices of caskets in Quebec?
The cost of a casket depends on its material, size, finish, and quality. In general, wooden caskets cost between $1,000 and $5,500, while metal caskets cost between $2,000 and $7,000. Cardboard caskets generally cost between $300 and $1,200. The average budget for a casket in Quebec is between $3,000 and $5,000.
| Features & Description of Caskets | ||||
| Material | Exterior | Interior | Size | Price |
| Solid oak casket | Brushed finish exterior airtight, expandable metal handles | Champagne velvet interior | Adult size Interior: length 81.25″ x width 25″ | $6,590 |
| Solid oak casket | Re-polished exterior, extendable wood handles | Interior in white velvet | Adult size Interior: length 78.25″ x width 24″ | $4,250 |
| Steel casket | Brushed gold/brown exterior, airtight, expandable handles expandable handles | Almond colored velvet interior | Adult size Interior: length 79″ x width 23″ | $3,395 |
| Solid oak casket | Opening cover panel k, extendable wooden handles, glossy varnished exterior | Crepe interior Tan pink | Adult size Interior: length 76.50″ x width 23″ | $3,390 |
| Solid maple casket | Handles Extendable wooden handles, glossy varnished exterior | Interior in tan pink crepe | Adult size Interior: length 78″ x width 24″ | $3, 095 |
Ash casket | Handles Extendable wooden handles, glossy varnished exterior | Interior in tan pink crepe | Adult size Interior: length 76″ x width 23″ | $2,690 |
Solid poplar casket | Handles extendable metal handles, exterior glossy finish | Interior in tan pink crepe | Adult size Interior: length 77″ x width 22″ | $2,495 |
Poplar casket | Rigid wood handles, rustic brown satin finish exterior | Interior in beige crepe | Adult size Interior: length 78.2/3″ x width 23 1/5″ | $1,995 |
| Pressed wood coffin | Expandable metal handles metal, exterior covered with blue fabric | Interior in white silk | Adult size Interior: length 77.50″ x width 23″ | $1,350 |
Solid poplar casket | Flat lid, 4 wooden handles, natural color satin varnish exterior | Cotton interior | Adult size Interior: length 75″ x width 21″ x height 11″ | $1,185 |
| Solid poplar casket | Flat lid, 4 wooden handles, natural finish exterior, no varnish | Cotton interior | Adult size Interior: length 75″ x width 21″ x height 11″ | $610 |
Basic casket in agglomerated wood | Flat lid, 2X1 black material handles no exterior finish | no pillow and no interior | Adult size Interior: length 74″ x Width 21″ x Height 12″ | $355 |
** Average prices on the market for information only and are not guaranteed
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