Definition 1 of 219
galvanized: steel that has been coated with zinc for increased resistance to rust
Regular Half Couch
cremation casket
Metal caskets can be finished with
metal vaults can be
Term 2 of 219
Which of these burial recepticals was the oldest? (historically)
bananas
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caskets
coffins
,Term 3 of 219
Elliptic shell design
rectangular shaped casket that has sides that meet at right angles or 90 degree miltered
edges
shaped like rectangular box
Different types of variations
has a general shape like an ellipse
An ellipse is a periphery drawn between 2 fixed focal points
Is in the shape of an old bath-tub. Almost oval in shape
A heavy durable cotton fabric with a short (1/8th inch or less), thick, velvety nap on one
side; woven cloth with a suede-like appearance with a nap of less than 1/8th inch.
Permanent bar continuous bar which is connected at the corners and ends, so that the
handle extends around the circumference
Definition 4 of 219
the vault is completely closed except for one end, and it has an end plate that is bolted onto the
end of the open vault after the casket is placed inside only found in metal vaults
Direct presentation
End seal type
Elliptic shell design
Base molding
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Round- Cornered shell design
Is a variation of full length stationary hardware
The ends or tips of the bar are connected or molded into the side body of the casket
Often seen on elliptic shell designs
Is somewhat like a square- cornered casket, but instead of having sharp, 90 degree
corners, has rounded corners
More expensive to manufacture than square-cornered, but has more weld sites
Do not contain iron
More protective
Do not oxidize (or rust) like ferrous metals
Measured in thickness by ounces per square foot The higher the oz per square foot, the
thicker the metal
Has rounded corners that are in the shape of an urn or vase. The shell curves as it moves
from the top to bottom
Most expensive to manufacture
Is considered the 'ultimate' shell casket design
, Definition 7 of 219
the stand or support upon which a casket rests in the selection room
Body ledge (top body molding)
Church truck
Header (cap filler/bridge)
Casket Stand (Casket Standard)
Definition 8 of 219
cloth made from flax
velvet
linen
crepe
satin
Term 9 of 219
Matte or flat finish wood caskets
Staining simply emphasizes an existing wood and grain pattern or changes the true grain
pattern to another type
Unstained merely leaves the true wood pattern
Has very little if any, gloss
Often seen on caskets that have excellent grain and wood patterns
plastics are abundant
easily formed into casket shells
low in cost
limited to lower-end caskets that provide an inexpensive alternative to consumers
This style of casket interior is a tightly drawn or smooth form
Has no major designs or stitching
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