Santiam River Casket

Description

The Santiam River model was inspired by log cabins, which we find quite cozy and comforting even when rustic, and we thought this design could be a fitting final resting place. The Santiam casket is made from Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified Douglas Fir. We work with Sustainable Northwest Wood to ensure we are using local wood that is responsibly sourced from the PNW.

We assemble the Santiam using wood dominoes (similar to dowels but wider and more precise) and natural hide glue. The base, non-metal design has no metal fasteners, staples, hardware, or other metal parts whatsoever, but includes a fitted lid and simple hemp rope closures to align/attach the lid. Note that for the base design, the lid cannot be propped open but can easily be fully removed and set aside. Metal hinges and latches are an option to replace the braces and rope closures.

We can finish the casket with a 100% bio-based natural oil finish (made of Pure Linseed Oil, Tung Oil, Pine Rosin, Beeswax, Pure Citrus Solvent) from Heritage Natural Finishes.

Both sizes come with a muslin mattress and pillow filled with wood shavings that is fitted to the casket’s length and width; we use a medium weight fabric, so some dust may be released through the weave if not handled gently. If you do not require a mattress and pillow, please note that during checkout and we will adjust the price in the invoice we send.

• Specifications:
  • Regular – base price of $1,519
    • External: 6’1″ long x 29 1/2″ wide* x 21 1/4″ tall
    • Internal: 5’9” long x 23” wide x 18” tall (up to 5’9” tall individual)
    • Average weight of empty casket: 130 lbs
    • Tested for up to 350 lbs
  • Large – base price of $1,554
    • External: 6’9″ long x 29 1/2″ wide* x 21 1/4″ tall
    • Internal: 6’5” long x 23” wide x 18” tall (5’9” to 6’5” tall individual)
    • Average weight of empty casket: 135 lbs
    • Tested for up to 350 lbs
• Optional add-ons:
  • Natural oil finish – additional $56
  • Metal hinges, hinge supports, and latches (replaces wooden corner braces and rope closures) – additional $42

*If burial will include a vault or grave liner, please check with cemetery to ensure that the liner/vault is large enough to fit the Santiam River casket.

Please note that while the photos are representative of our products, each of our products is handcrafted and has unique variations in color, design details, and wood grain/pattern.