WOOL CASKETS

Becs Bartells

Strongwool caskets are a natural alternative to traditional timber, medium-density fibreboard caskets that don’t contribute to deforestation. They solve two problems:

1. People are trying to minimise their impacts on the planet by recycling and being eco-conscious, but what about when they die? We don’t really think about the environment when we think of funerals. We think about those who have passed away. The funeral industry has a very serious impact on the environment and that is something we should all be aware of and it’s time we start taking this seriously.

2. Caskets and coffins on the market today are ugly. Apart from the environmental impacts of casket manufacture, families are left with little or no choice for choosing a casket for their loved ones. Caskets tend to all look the same with a very traditional shape. Wool Caskets offer an alternative to both materials and aesthetics. While there are boutique woollen caskets that are available in the market, they are currently handmade and very bespoke, which is reflected in their price tags. Wool caskets offer a natural alternative to timber/MDF caskets on the market. By using a wool casket, you’ll be helping curb deforestation. Made from New Zealand strong wool felt, The Wool Casket is the environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative to current caskets on the market, today.