To facilitate maintenance of graves most of our nation's cemeteries require a burial vault or outer burial container for the grave. A burial vault is a structure that is placed underground to hold the casket. It provides a stable base for a memorial stone and prevents the ground from sinking at the grave site.
The minimum requirement is a concrete box that will only provide support but will not keep out the water. Sealed burial vaults are made of high density concrete and are lined throughout with a seamless material to keep out water and other grave elements for several decades. The highest quality liners are non-corrosive metals such as bronze, copper, or stainless steel. Other durable man-made materials are used to line the vault for sealing purposes.
Like caskets, burial vaults are available in a range of models and prices. Select Caskets can answer questions concerning burial vaults and the requirements of your cemetery. |
