interior casket components

Question 1

roll (cove or puffing)

Answer 1

a component part of the caskets interior which lines the rim ( ogee) and surrounds the cap panel

Question 2

gimp (fold)

Answer 2

a strip of metal, plastic or cloth that is attached to the inside of the panel covering the area where the roll (cove) is anchored

Question 3

throw (overthrow or overlay)

Answer 3

the aesthetic covering for the foot cap or inner foot panel of the casket

Question 4

apron (skirt)

Answer 4

the lining attached to the undersurface of the foot panel of the casket and/or a component part of the throw (overlay) which extends downward into the body or the casket

Question 5

extendover

Answer 5

the portion of the casket interior which extends over the top body molding (body ledge) for aesthetic value

Question 6

bed

Answer 6

the portion of the casket interior upon which the human remains are placed

Question 7

mattress cover

Answer 7

the interior cloth or material which covers the mattress or bedding of the casket

Question 8

body lining

Answer 8

the material which drapes the inside perimeter of the body of the casket

Question 9

hinge cover (hinge skirt)

Answer 9

the portion of the casket interior that covers the hinges that attach the casket cap to the casket body; typically extending from the roll and becomes a part of the body lining

Question 10

pillow

Answer 10

a bag or case made of cloth that is filled with a soft material and is used to support the head of the deceased

Question 11

blanket

Answer 11

a piece of fabric used to cover the deceased, especially the lower legs and the feet, when remains are placed in a full couch casket