Why choose a Porcelain Urn?
Quick answer: Porcelain urns are prized for their smooth, refined finish and quiet elegance. Fired at high temperature, porcelain is dense and hard-wearing, takes glaze beautifully, and suits a calm, modern home. It is an ideal choice for families who want an urn that reads as a piece of fine ceramic art.
One of the many questions you may ask yourself when looking for a vessel to hold the ashes of your dearly departed loved one could be, "Why choose a Porcelain Urn For Ashes?". In this article, we are going to guide you through this range.
About Porcelain
Porcelain is a comparatively newer development compared to ceramic. The process was first mastered in China in the 1300s.
Our Porcelain Urns have been expertly handcrafted in Portugal. They each have symbolic meanings behind them and have been designed to be presented within your home to look like a subtle decorative piece as well as being a touching tribute to your angel.
The porcelain urn will not deteriorate over time. This will ensure a secure vessel for your loved one's final resting place.
Where should I place a Porcelain urn?
Because porcelain is fragile, we advise to keep the urn indoors and place it somewhere out of reach of children and pets. For more information on where to place your cremation urn, please have a read through our helpful guide here.
Is a Porcelain urn the right choice?
Porcelain urns are very pleasing to the eye, they are an artistic piece of décor which can provide comfort when looking at them. They are also available in either two finishes, matte or glazed. However, please note that porcelain is fragile and isn't suitable for outdoor placement.
If you are still trying to find the right material for your urn, it might help if you read through our guide, What materials are used in cremation urns? to give you some more insight.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose a porcelain urn?
Porcelain is smooth, refined, and hard-wearing, with a luminous finish that takes glaze beautifully. It suits families who want an elegant urn that looks like a piece of fine ceramic rather than a funeral object.
Is porcelain durable enough for an urn?
Yes. Porcelain is fired at high temperature, making it dense and strong. Kept indoors and handled with normal care it will last indefinitely.
Should a porcelain urn be kept indoors?
Yes. Like most fine ceramics, porcelain urns are best kept indoors, away from frost and knocks, where their finish can be appreciated.
What size porcelain urn do I need?
Match capacity to body weight, around one cubic inch per pound. An adult porcelain urn holds about 200 cubic inches, with keepsake sizes for smaller portions.
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