It's estimated that each pound of body weight results in one cubic inch of ashes. Example: a cremated person weighing 170 pounds will need an urn of approximately 170 cubic inches.

No, you are not required to buy an urn from the funeral home or crematorium. A funeral home cannot refuse to use an urn you bought online or elsewhere.

According to the FTC Funeral Rule, a funeral home cannot require you to purchase one of their urns, nor can they charge you extra for using an urn you obtained elsewhere.

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When it comes time to place the ashes into the cremation urn, most families receive them from the funeral home in a plastic (polyethylene) bag, which can be placed directly into the urn themselves. Additionally, many funeral homes offer a complimentary service where they can add the ashes to the urn on your behalf, ensuring a seamless process for your peace of mind.

You can expect to receive your order within 7 business days. Standard processing time is between 1-3 business days to prepare your order. Transit time can vary between 2-4 business days. Once your order is on the way, you will receive a tracking email notification to track your order via FedEx or USPS.

The main difference between a traditional cremation urn and a keepsake urn is size. Keepsake urns are much smaller than a standard urn. Keepsakes are designed to hold a small portion of ashes to be shared with your family & friends. While a standard full-size cremation urn holds 200 cubic inches or more.

Yes, urns containing cremated remains, or ashes are permitted on airplanes. TSA recommends traveling with them in your checked bags as some airlines do not allow cremated remains in checked bags. Please check with your airline about possible restrictions. 

Important: Metal Urns can make it difficult for TSA agents to x-ray the contents inside and it is recommended to keep the ashes in a temporary container or bag during travels.