Dealing with the cremation of a loved one can be difficult, and choosing how to memorialize them can be a very personal decision. Several options are available when choosing a cremation urn. The most common confusion comes when trying to select the appropriate size urn. Finding the right size urn is easy. For example - a 200 pound individual will require a 200 cubic inch urn. This means you will need 1 cubic inch for every 1 pound.It is common to select a cremation urn larger then your required size. Below we outline some common urn sizes and definitions.

Keepsake Urns & Cremation Jewelry

Keepsake urns and cremation jewelry are crafted to hold either a small portion of remains, or to hold the entire remains of an infant or small animal. Families will commonly choose to use keepsakes as memorials that several individuals from the family can keep with them.
Typical Capacity: 1 cubic inch - 50 cubic inches

Individual Urns

Individual size urns are the most common size urn available today. The term 'individual' typically refers to a capacity of 200 cubic inches or greater. When choosing an urn for an individual adult this is the correct size to use. It's also common for families to choose an urn larger then 200 cubic inches for individual use. Choosing an urn that's larger then needed is a common choice among families that make the decision based on an urns design or materials that they like.
Typical Capacity: 200 cubic inches - 300 cubic inches

Companion Urns - Also known as Double Urns or Double Inurnment

Companion urns are designed to hold the remains of up to two adult individuals. The volume for these urns is typically 400 cubic inches to 500+ cubic inches. Companion urns are commonly used for couples that make the decision to be together. Many families will choose to purchase a companion urn before both couples have passed. This personal decision is made so when the couples pass they can remain close.
Typical Capacity: 400 cubic inches - 500 cubic inche

Please contact Perfect Memorials for additional help with cremation urns or cremation jewelry





Please contact Perfect Memorials for additional help with cremation urns or cremation jewelry