PREMIUM SOLID MAHOGANY WOOD offer warmth and beauty that rival handcrafted furniture, and are available in a variety of wood species. Unique inlaid marquetry veneer designs are offered on several wood caskets. All caskets manufactured by Batesville Casket Company offer the Memorial Record System, a permanent identification of the deceased's casket, and the renowned Living Memorial tree planting program, in memory of the deceased.

STAINLESS STEEL is well known for its everyday durability and offers a distinguished appearance at a moderate price. In St. Louis, we know Stainless Steel best because of the Gateway Arch. All caskets manufactured by Batesville Casket Company offer the Memorial Record System, a permanent identification of the deceased's casket, and the renowned Living Memorial tree planting program, in memory of the deceased.

PAINTED STEEL caskets are available in a wide array of colors and styles at moderate prices. 16 gauge steel is the heaviest gauge, 18 gauge steel is mid-weight, and 20 gauge steel is the lightest weight steel. Most steel caskets have special treatments to help resist rust and corrosion. All caskets manufactured by Batesville Casket Company offer the Memorial Record System, a permanent identification of the deceased's casket, and the renowned Living Memorial tree planting program, in memory of the deceased.

CREMATION CASKETS are specially designed and constructed with lower metal content, less ornamentation and simpler designs, for families selecting cremation as final disposition. These cremation caskets are suggested for visitation, viewing and/or services with the remains present. These caskets offer the Living Memorial tree planting program.