Wicker Coffins
Rustic bands of natural rattan are woven together to create this beautiful wicker coffin. The chestnut appearance comes from the rattan’s outer bark, which complements the natural handles and wooden toggles.
Select from the following shapes
Curved
Traditional
Description
Rustic bands of natural rattan are woven together to create this beautiful coffin. The chestnut appearance comes from the rattan’s outer bark, which complements the natural handles and wooden toggles.
The coffins are available in two differing shapes, curved end (rounded) and traditional shape (square), each tapering from end to end. Both styles come in a range of finished sizes with natural rope handles. They are fully fitted with natural linings, pillows and covers, pillows and covers, see our Finishing Touches page for more information.
FFMA certified for cremation and burial. Tested to lift upto 160kg
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.
See Our Materials for more information.
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. Funeral Directors are better positioned to help with difficult decisions which can arise from choosing a coffin for your loved one. Please follow the steps below, we aim to deliver our wicker coffins within 24 hours.
- Make your coffin choice by selecting the shape and style of your coffin.
- Get in touch with your local funeral director. You can find a local provider on our Find A Funeral Director page
- Discuss your coffin selection with your local provider, and the funeral director will contact us to place an order.