Coffin prices depend on material, dimensions, construction and use. Establish the deceased's measurements and whether cremation or burial is intended before choosing by appearance. Price ranges require a case-specific quotation.
Check the intended use and actual model
Two coffins described as wooden may differ in internal space, board thickness and finish. Ask which actual models are available. If a decision is needed within 24 hours, prioritise use and dimensions rather than inferring suitability or price from a photograph. Record the deceased's length and shoulder width, clothing space, internal and external coffin dimensions, load capacity, materials, model and included fittings.
Materials and suitability
Tung Wah Group of Hospitals publishes examples including Western-style solid-wood, Chinese-style fir and honeycomb-paper coffins. The following is an initial comparison, not approval of any individual product.
| Construction | Initial checks | Cremation | Burial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western-style solid wood | Wood species, outer dimensions and finish. | Consider only after checking the model and crematorium rules. | Check the cemetery's requirements. |
| Chinese-style fir | Outer dimensions and handling route. | Do not assume suitability; check chamber dimensions. | A common burial option, subject to the actual product and arrangement. |
| Honeycomb-paper environmental coffin | Load capacity and accessory materials. | Cremation models exist; verify the finished product. | Do not assume acceptance; ask the cemetery. |
A thicker or wider Chinese-style coffin may not fit a cremator merely because its material is combustible. Verify current FEHD requirements and the specific venue.
Internal and external dimensions serve different purposes
An informal description such as “six feet” does not define usable space. Request internal and external length, width and height in the same units, and confirm whether they describe a drawing or the actual available coffin. Internal dimensions concern fit; external dimensions affect vehicles, doors, lifts and crematorium limits. Check shoulder width and clothing space as well as height. Ask for remeasurement if anything is uncertain.
Compare written specifications before price levels
Similar-looking products may use different woods or fittings. Ask for model, material, dimensions, finish and substitution conditions on the quotation. Check that photographs match the product, that pillows, lining and handles are specified, and how a size or style change affects confirmation and price. Material names alone do not establish Tim Fat Funeral's pricing.
A family example and printable specification sheet
Mr Lam is arranging cremation, while older relatives prefer a Chinese-style fir coffin. The family supplies his father's measurements and intended use, then asks the team to check the actual coffin against crematorium requirements instead of deciding by “Chinese-style” or “solid wood” alone. Record: cremation/burial/pending; provider of measurements; inner and outer dimensions; material, model and capacity; person confirming venue acceptance; fittings, substitution terms and written quotation. Surrounding floral decoration is a separate choice.
Frequently asked questions
Is every environmental coffin suitable for cremation?
No. Check its materials, support capacity, fittings and the crematorium's rules.
Can a Chinese-style fir coffin be cremated?
Do not decide from the wood name. The actual outer dimensions and cremator requirements must be checked.
Is measuring the deceased's height enough?
No. Shoulder width, placement space, both sets of coffin dimensions and the transfer route also matter.
Is there a fixed Tim Fat Funeral coffin price list here?
No. Obtain a written case-specific quotation for the confirmed model, dimensions and use.
Related guides
- Burial in Hong Kong: Cemetery Applications and the Six-Year Rule
- Funeral Costs in Hong Kong: Understanding an All-in-One Quotation
- Funeral Hall Decoration: Portraits, Floral Tributes and Inscriptions
Official sources and further information
Contact Tim Fat Funeral
For help organising the next steps, contact Tim Fat Funeral on our 24-hour telephone 8209 9774 or WhatsApp 6238 4028. Share the family's wishes and confirmed arrangements so we can help coordinate the practical details. Religious rites should be agreed with the officiant; family and regional customs may differ.