Outer burial containers are usually used in cemeteries to retain the walls of the grave. It also allows the cemetery to have equipment to go over the graves without creating sink holes. Outer burial containers come in different styles: vaults made with concrete, synthetic lining, and semi-precious metals. Grave liners can be in sections or two pieces made from concrete. Vaults can be painted to match the color of the casket, or lined with wood. Families have various emblems to choose from which are put on the lid of the vault along with the deceased person's name, birth and death dates.

gravebox, lined-vault, and bellvault

Not all burial receptables provide the same protection.

There are three basic types of burial receptables: the bell vault, the brave box, and the lined burial vault. The bell vault, a lightweight product commonly made of fiberglass or plastic, is designed to be stacked and stored above ground for a long period of time before the burial. The grave box, an unlined concrete box with holes in the base, allows ground water to escape. For the most protection, you'll want to consider a lined burial vault, a long-lasting receptacle with its coated exterior and lined interior.

VAULTS: Bronze or Copper Lined • Stainless Steel Lined • ABS Lined Strentex Lined • Unlined Concrete Burial Receptacles