What are caskets made out of and what are the associated costs?
Caskets are made primarily from two types of materials: metal and wood. Metal caskets vary in cost depending on the type of metal used. Bronze is the most costly metal used in casket manufacturing because it takes significantly longer to process from a raw material and manufacturing standpoint. Bronze has a molecular structure which remains strong and non-rusting over long intervals of time. Ancient Bronze statues throughout the world are reminders of the enduring characteristics of Bronze. Copper is a naturally occurring ore which is extracted from the earth and considered to be the most beautiful of all metals used in casket manufacturing. It is lower in cost than Bronze but shares the same non-rusting characteristics as Bronze. Stainless Steel is considered to be the best value in metal caskets because it has great strength and rust-resistant characteristics. Metal caskets made from medium and light weight carbon steel represent the lower cost ranges. The most costly wood caskets ar
