Turn the lid right side up and fasten three more scrap wood cleats across its top. 8. Complete the coffin by boring handle holes then cutting and knotting in place the sisal rope handles.

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In these modern times we don’t often hear about families building their own caskets. But this project log documenting the deceased’s brother and sons fabricating a top of the line caske… ...

Gusick and fellow casket builder Logan Baggett use non-toxic glue to piece the parts together, and a coconut oil finish to give the wood a natural sheen. It can take up to three days to build a ...