By Joe.
The Complete Guide to Buying a Casket Online | Casket Emporium
Learn how to buy a casket online with confidence. Casket Emporium explains your rights, the FTC Funeral Rule, and how to save 30–70% off funeral home prices.
(Save Money, Know Your Rights, and Avoid Funeral Home Tricks)
When planning a funeral, families often feel pressured into making quick and costly decisions — especially when it comes to the casket. Funeral homes sometimes use emotional timing to upsell, charging thousands more than necessary. But here’s the good news: you don’t have to overspend.
At Casket Emporium, we believe every family deserves transparency, dignity, and affordability. This guide answers the most common questions about buying a casket online — so you can make the best choice with confidence.
Why Buy a Casket Online?
Q: Is buying a casket online cheaper than at a funeral home?
A: Yes. Funeral homes often mark up caskets 200–300% higher than online prices. A casket that costs $5,000 at a funeral home can often be purchased online for $1,200–$2,500 at Casket Emporium. Families typically save $2,000–$4,000 by purchasing online.
Q: Is the quality the same as funeral home caskets?
A: Absolutely. Online retailers like Casket Emporium offer the same high-quality caskets — steel, wood, and cremation — that funeral homes sell, but at direct-to-consumer pricing.
Your Rights Under the FTC Funeral Rule
Q: Can a funeral home refuse my casket from Casket Emporium?
A: No. The FTC Funeral Rule requires funeral homes to accept any casket you purchase elsewhere. They cannot refuse it, nor can they charge you extra fees for using it.
Q: Do I have to buy a casket from the funeral home?
A: No. Federal law protects your right to shop around and purchase from companies like Casket Emporium.
Q: How do I report a violation?
A: If a funeral home breaks these rules, you can report them to your State Board of Mortuary Science or the FTC.
Choosing the Right Casket
Q: What types of caskets are available online?
A: At Casket Emporium, we carry:
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18-Gauge & 20-Gauge Steel Caskets (with velvet interiors, swing bars)
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Solid Wood Caskets (oak, mahogany, cherry, pine)
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Cremation Caskets (affordable, eco-friendly)
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Specialty Caskets (colors, themes, military honors)
Q: What is the difference between 18-gauge and 20-gauge steel?
A: 18-gauge is thicker and heavier, offering more durability. Both include velvet interiors (not crepe) and swing bars for easier carrying.
Delivery & Timing
Q: How fast can a casket be delivered?
A: Casket Emporium offers same-day and next-day delivery nationwide. In emergencies, we can often arrange local delivery within hours.
Q: Will the casket arrive directly at the funeral home?
A: Yes. We deliver straight to your funeral home, ensuring a smooth process.
Saving Money Without Sacrificing Dignity
Q: How much can I really save buying online?
A: Families save an average of $2,500–$4,000 with Casket Emporium. That’s money you can use for memorial services, travel, or simply easing financial stress.
Q: Why don’t more families know about this?
A: Many funeral homes don’t explain your rights or alternatives. That’s why Casket Emporium is committed to education first, sales second.
Final Thoughts
Buying a casket online is not only legal and protected by federal law, but it’s also the smartest way to save money while honoring your loved one with dignity.
At Casket Emporium, we combine affordable prices, premium quality, and fast nationwide delivery to make a difficult time just a little easier.
👉 Shop Caskets Online at Casket Emporium today and save 30–70% off funeral home prices. Please call us 800 618 4642 for any questions.