Caskets and Coffins

The word coffin comes from the Old French 'cofin' and the Latin 'cophinus,' meaning basket. A coffin is generally hexagonal, with a narrow headspace that widens at the shoulders and tapers toward the feet — a shape that follows the body itself. A casket, by contrast, has four rectangular sides and a split lid. Both come in a wide range of styles, finishes, and materials, and our team will help your family find the option that feels right for your loved one and your service.

Round-Top Casket

The Round-Top Casket is often described as the Cadillac of caskets. It is typically crafted from wood such as Teak, Mahogany, Cypre, Appamat, or Oak, and finished either with varnish that highlights the natural grain or with a painted finish chosen by the family. The exterior is detailed with long wrap-around handles and decorative corner embellishments, and the interior is dressed in satin or crêpe. A personalized screen print can be placed inside the upper lid as a final, private tribute.

Square Break and Cone-Shaped Coffins

Our coffins keep the traditional hexagonal silhouette. The Raised Top Square Break is among our most popular choices, especially for families who prefer a simpler, more traditional look; it can be stained, painted, patterned, or covered in fabric, and features six individual handles placed symmetrically around the coffin. The Flat Top Square Break shares the same options with a flat rather than raised lid. The Cone-Shaped Coffin is wide at the head and tapers gently toward the feet, with the same range of finishes and a satin-lined interior that can be colour-matched or special ordered.

Octagon and Big Square Caskets

The Octagon Casket has eight sides rather than the standard four, and can be made with a flat or round top. Like the Round-Top, it is usually wooden, varnished or painted, and fitted with ornate handles and the option of an interior screen print. The Big Square is a larger variant of the standard casket, available with a flat or round top and finished in varnish, paint, or fabric. Any of our caskets and coffins can also be special ordered to specific dimensions, so your loved one is laid to rest with comfort and dignity.