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Looking for woodworkers and DIYers to build a wooden coffin.

8,574 4,241 October 2, 2023 at 09:49 AM
There a deal for a $1,150 metal casket but I was thinking we could do better.

Would a woodworker step forward and give direction on building a simple wooden casket
with one stipulation … to keep it Kosher it must not use nails or screws "or duct tape".

The duct tape thing is a personal wish…. everyone would know I built it.
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10-02-2023 at 10:19 AM.
10-02-2023 at 10:19 AM.
The better slick deal is to not spend money on a burial plot at all Dontknow
Cremation or composting (depending on location). If one must, then why not just be wrapped in a sheet and placed straight in the ground?
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10-02-2023 at 10:37 AM.
10-02-2023 at 10:37 AM.
Yes, your right there are more affordable options.

I've thought about a DIY Burial at Sea but then I turn off the news and go eat a sandwich.
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emelvee
10-03-2023 at 04:55 PM.
10-03-2023 at 04:55 PM.
Quote from Frogstar :
The better slick deal is to not spend money on a burial plot at all Dontknow
Cremation or composting (depending on location). If one must, then why not just be wrapped in a sheet and placed straight in the ground?

Look at you with your fancy burial sheet
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10-03-2023 at 07:21 PM.
10-03-2023 at 07:21 PM.
Quote from emelvee :
Look at you with your fancy burial sheet

😂😂😂😂
Too Funny
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10-03-2023 at 09:20 PM.
10-03-2023 at 09:20 PM.
Costco still make wood caskets?
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10-04-2023 at 12:27 AM.
10-04-2023 at 12:27 AM.
Quote from LC2 :
Costco still make wood caskets?

I never knew they made 'em but ;

"Many people are unaware that they have options beyond traditional funeral homes when purchasing a casket. One of those options is Costco, which has been selling caskets to its members for years. However, Costco Wholesale is not the only big-box retailer that does this. Walmart does as well.Apr 17, 2023"
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10-04-2023 at 01:21 AM.
10-04-2023 at 01:21 AM.
Quote from 4u2c :
I never knew they made 'em but ;

"Many people are unaware that they have options beyond traditional funeral homes when purchasing a casket. One of those options is Costco, which has been selling caskets to its members for years. However, Costco Wholesale is not the only big-box retailer that does this. Walmart does as well.Apr 17, 2023"
Walmart??? Does it come with a 6 pack of beer or anything?
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10-04-2023 at 04:08 AM.
10-04-2023 at 04:08 AM.
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Walmart??? Does it come with a 6 pack of beer or anything?
Easy Grab & Go Wheels
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10-04-2023 at 09:16 AM.
10-04-2023 at 09:16 AM.
Quote from emelvee :
Look at you with your fancy burial sheet
Hey, if people want to see the full froggy at the funeral, then I want someone to charge admission Nono2
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Crazywavedayz
10-07-2023 at 04:47 PM.
10-07-2023 at 04:47 PM.
Quote from Frogstar :
The better slick deal is to not spend money on a burial plot at all
Cremation or composting (depending on location). If one must, then why not just be wrapped in a sheet and placed straight in the ground?
agreed, my plan is to depart as a burrito
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komondor
10-09-2023 at 06:50 AM.
10-09-2023 at 06:50 AM.
https://www.northwoodscasket.com/...casket-kit

You could probably use glue and dowels in place of screws.
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SnakePlisken
10-09-2023 at 09:06 AM.
10-09-2023 at 09:06 AM.
Quote from 4u2c :
There a deal for a $1,150 metal casket but I was thinking we could do better.

Would a woodworker step forward and give direction on building a simple wooden casket
with one stipulation … to keep it Kosher it must not use nails or screws "or duct tape".

The duct tape thing is a personal wish…. everyone would know I built it.
Just go to an appliance store & ask for a one of those cardboard boxes. Probably a refrigerator box would be big enough to fit you fat ass in, right?
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10-09-2023 at 09:54 AM.
10-09-2023 at 09:54 AM.
Quote from SnakePlisken :
Just go to an appliance store & ask for a one of those cardboard boxes. Probably a refrigerator box would be big enough to fit you fat ass in, right?
French Door Fridge Fat
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10-09-2023 at 10:55 AM.
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Quote from komondor :
https://www.northwoodscasket.com/...casket-kit

You could probably use glue and dowels in place of screws.
$800 for a Wisconsin Pine Kit ?

I'm thinking we can do better from a local lumber yard and save shipping.

Again I'm not jewish but resonate with their burial philosophy.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=wHgpPMrosgI
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