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Urns are vessels designed to hold the ashes of a loved one after cremation. They come in various types, materials, and designs, each serving different purposes and preferences.
Choosing the right urn is a deeply personal decision, as it honors the memory of the deceased and provides a dignified resting place for their remains.
Below is a guide to the types of urns available, what makes a good quality urn, and why urns and their ceremonial use are important.
Made from materials like wood, metal, ceramic, or stone. It often designed with intricate patterns or engravings. Suitable for display at home or burial in a cemetery.
Made from eco-friendly materials like paper, bamboo, or sand. Ideal for water burials or natural green burials. Designed to decompose naturally over time.
Smaller in size, meant to hold a portion of ashes. Perfect for families who wish to divide ashes among multiple loved ones.
Smaller in size, meant to hold a portion of ashes. Perfect for families who wish to divide ashes among multiple loved ones.
Artistic and unique designs, often used for display. Made from materials like glass, crystal, or hand-painted ceramics.
Designed for easy scattering of ashes in a meaningful location. Often include a secure lid or opening mechanism.
Durability
High-quality materials that resist wear, corrosion, or damage over time. For example, solid brass, stainless steel, or kiln-fired ceramics.
Craftsmanship
Attention to detail in design, engravings, or finishes. Smooth edges, secure lids, and a polished appearance.
Capacity
The urn should be appropriately sized to hold the ashes of the deceased (typically 1 cubic inch of space per pound of body weight).
Aesthetic Appeal
A design that reflects the personality, interests, or values of the deceased. Options for customization, such as engravings or photo placements.
Functionality
Easy to handle, transport, and store. Secure closure to prevent spills or leaks.
An urn provides a dignified and respectful way to store ashes, honoring the memory of the deceased.
Memorialization
Urns serve as a physical reminder of the loved one, allowing family and friends to feel connected to them.
Environmental Considerations
Singapore has limited burial space, and graves are
exhumed after 15 years, making burials unsustainable long-term, so eco-urns are gaining interest, especially younger.
Keeping an urn at home or in a special place can provide comfort to grieving family members.
Yes. If the urns measurement are able to fit into niches and approved by the columbarium or temple management. However, we do highly recommend to change the urn due to safety and feng shui concern if you have the belief.
You can buy from our online shop or collaboration company. From Liuli Bee wax to Jade. You can walk in to our collaboration company and do the purchase as you can see up close with feel element on it. Please ensure measurement and it approved by the columbarium or temple as some are only approved on in-house purchase in
Yes. However, do take note on the urn measurement, urns quality and source of purchase in ensure the urns are in good quality that are durable for ages.
Its not include and need to purchase separately due to individual have their own preference urns. However, do check with columbarium on their promotion which may offer urn include when purchase niches.
We can just put the urns anytime we want?
Yes and No. Its depend on individual and family tradition and belief. Most of the columbarium will offer blessing ceremony. Therefore, a special date are choose in ensure individual are blessed.
What is the right size of urn?
So long the urns are able to fit into your preference columbarium or Temple niches. Please ensure columbarium or temple management approve your urns purchase.