Types of Coffins

Picking a coffin or casket can be a difficult yet important decision when you know it’s the final resting place of your loved one.

That’s why we’ve put together this blog which discusses the features of the most frequently selected coffin types available to our Brisbane families.

Simple coffins may be sufficient for cremations and non-attended burials, however if you’re having a more traditional service you may prefer to purchase a more sophisticated coffin.

At Anton Brown Funerals, we have access to a huge range of coffins and caskets that are sure to suit varying tastes, budgets and religious beliefs.

But first, before we run through our most popular styles of coffins, we want to explain the difference between coffins and caskets.

Coffin vs Casket

The main difference between coffins and caskets lies with the design.

Typically speaking, a casket has 4 sides and is rectangular in shape.

Whereas a coffin has 6 sides, and has a wider section at the top and becomes narrower at the bottom.

What are Coffins Made From?

Here at Anton Brown Funerals, the most common coffins are paper-veneered MDF coffins.

We have 5 different types on hand at our Brisbane funeral home in Woolloongabba  including Basic, Teak, Sapele, White Pearl and Rosewood.

Teak is our most frequently selected coffin, but all of our alternatives are suitable for open viewings and church services, as well as cremations and burials.

1. Teak Coffin

• Unpolished finish in light woodgrain
• Flat lid
• Paper-veneered Medium Density Fibreboard
• Interior is fully-lined
• Four (4) silver handles and ornaments of particular religion included

2. Sapele Coffin

• Gloss finish
• Single-raised lid
• Paper-veneered Medium Density Fibreboard
• Traditional dark timber walnut finish
• Six (6) silver handles and ornaments of particular religion included

3. White Pearl Coffin

• Classic white colour
• High gloss
• Single-raised lid
• Coffin made from veneered particleboard
• Six (6) gold handles and ornaments of particular religion included
• Interior of coffin is fully-lined with duchess satin fabric

4. Rosewood Coffin

• High gloss finish
• Traditional colour
• Paper-veneered Medium Density Fibreboard
• Interior of coffin is lined with duchess satin fabric
• Six (6) gold handles and ornaments of particular religion included
• Double-raised lid

Need Help with Coffin Selection?

If you don’t like any of these alternatives, or you’ve got your heart set on something specific, just let our friendly team know.

We can order anything from the Ashton Catalogue and there are a range of personalisation options as well.

Would you like to find out more? Please contact Anton Brown Funerals today on (07) 3217 3088.