What is an Individual Urn and what size do I need?
Individual size urns are the most common size urn. The term individual typically refers to a capacity of 200 cubic inches or greater. When choosing an urn for an individual adult this is the most common size. It is important to remember that for every 1 pound at time of cremation there will be 1 cubic inch of cremains. This means if a person is 150 pounds at time of cremation they will require an urn at least 150 cubic inches. Choosing an urn larger then the minimum required size is common. Many families choose to use larger urns so keepsakes or other mementos can be placed in the urn. Typical capacity: 210 cubic inches – 312 cubic inches.
