Will a funeral director accept an urn I provide?
Why was I charged sales tax?
What is the difference between ashes and cremains?
How do I open and close my urn?
How do I transfer the cremains into the urn?
What size urn do I need?
What should the urn be made from?
Why does the final place of resting matter?
What if I want to scatter the ashes?
Are there ways to personalize an urn?
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Frequently Asked Questions How do I open and close my urn? Most urns are considered "bottom loaders" meaning that they can be accessed on the bottom of the urn.
Usually, there are several screws on the bottom of the urn that can be removed for access. Also, some have
threaded plugs made from metal or hard plastic that can be unscrewed. Many vase or round urns have threaded
lids on top. You may also seal the urn using a common silicone adhesive around the lip of the lid.
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