Wilbert Vaults of Houston

If you choose burial or burial after cremation; it is important to understand why you need a lined vault and that they do not all vaults provide the same amount protection. There are several factors that challenge the intregrity of a vault. Heavy equipment necessary for maintaining the cemetery grounds passes over the grave during normal cemetery operations. Ground water, too, is an important factor. A lined vault is constructed, using high strength concrete coated with a water resistant epoxy and bonded to an interior liner. Lined vaults are reinforced in one of two ways: with durable plastic or with a combination of durable plastic and metal. Each lined vault provides the long lasting protection needed to resist the elements over time.

Funeral directors around the country recommend lined vaults because of the peace of mind a reliable vault offers families.

Three Types of Burial Receptacles

There are three basic types of burial receptacles: The Bell Vault, The Grave Box and The Lined Burial Vault.
The Bell Vault, a lightweight product commonly made of concrete, fiberglass or plastic. The Bell Vault is designed to be stacked and stored above ground for long periods of time before use.
The Grave Box is an unlined lightweight concrete box with holes in the bottom to allow water to move in and out. With minimal reinforcement, the Grave Box is designed to keep the grave open until after the funeral.
The most protection is provided by a fully lined, heavyweight Burial Vault. The Burial Vault is a long lasting receptacle with a coated exterior and a lined interior.

Why select a Lined Burial Vault?

The Lined Burial Vault is made of the same high-strength reinforced concrete used in building construction. Lined Burial Vaults are additionally reinforced with a combination of plastic and metal linings. They provide the long-lasting protection needed to resist elements over time.

Wilbert , North America's leading burial vault company, offers three levels of Lined Burial Vaults; premium protection - triple-reinforced, standard protection - double-reinforced and basic protection - single-reinforced.

Bonded interior liners made of high-impact plastics add strength to each Wilbert Burial Vault. For additional strength and beauty, each double-reinforced Wilbert Lined Burial Vault includes an interior lining of ether stainless steel, copper or bronze.