Rose Memorials
Choosing the right size urn
Urn capacity is measured in litres, and the rule of thumb is one litre for every 450g of body weight. Here is how to work out what you need, and what to do when you are between sizes.
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Short, practical pieces written to take one decision off your plate. If what you need isn't here, call us on 01733 000 000 and ask.
What to write on an engraving
Names and dates are the usual choice, but a line from a song, a nickname or a single word can say more. Some wording we have engraved before, and how to keep it within the space.
Read the guideSharing ashes between family
Keepsake urns and ashes jewellery let several people keep something close. How much each one holds, who usually does the dividing, and what to ask your funeral director.
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Ceramic, wood and plated metal all age differently. Simple cleaning, where to keep a piece, and what to avoid if it sits somewhere sunny.
Read the guideMemorials for pets
What your vet or crematorium will return to you, the sizes that suit cats and dogs, and gentle ways to mark it with children in the house.
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