Material

Rattan, also called Rotan, is a climbing vine of the Plectocomiopsis genus. These thorny vines can grow up to six meters a year, making it a rapidly renewable material for various uses, including our wicker coffins. Rattan grows throughout the forests of South East Asia. Because the vine clings to existing rainforest trees as it grows, it encourages the natural preservation of the forest and local fauna. Plantation owners actively manage large forest areas to keep renewed growth cycles intact. Rattan can grow in marginal soil and areas where other land products cannot grow.

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Origin

Rural basket-making cooperatives handcraft our wicker coffins in two small villages on the outskirts of Surakarta and Cirebon. Production is split between two parts, with the rattan framing done by traditional Indonesian furniture framers and the weaving part of the process handled by artisans specialising in weaving. The different skills are combined to create a beautiful yet functional product. The process requires a reasonable degree of collaboration between parts of the community so that the finished coffins are ready for transportation.

See Where Our Coffins Are Made for more information.

How To Order

As a provider to the funeral trade, we supply directly to funeral homes throughout the UK. Please follow the steps below, we aim to deliver our wicker coffins within 24 hours.

1. Make your product choice by selecting the shape and style of your product.
2. Get in touch with your local funeral director. You can find a local provider on our Find A Funeral Director page
3. Discuss your product selection with your local provider, and the funeral director will contact us to place an order.