3D-printed biodegradable urn 'Footprints' - SALE

Every step they took remains part of your story

If you are looking for a farewell that gives something back to the earth, this 3D-printed biodegradable urn 'Footprints' offers a considered way to do so. The footprints across its surface represent the path your loved one followed and the traces they left in the lives around them. The urn itself will eventually disappear, but what those footprints mean does not.

Made from lignin using a low-waste 3D-printing process

The urn is made from lignin, a naturally occurring structural material found in plants and one of the most abundant organic materials after cellulose. It has a smooth, refined surface while remaining fully biodegradable. Production takes place using 3D printing according to a Zero Waste principle, so virtually no production material is left unused. The specialist manufacturers work with an environmentally conscious process certified according to DIN ISO 14851/14852.

A natural cycle after burial

Once buried, the urn gradually breaks down over approximately one year. As the casing decomposes, the ashes are released slowly into the surrounding soil and the urn material is absorbed without leaving harmful residues. For someone who felt closely connected to nature, gardening, walking or simply spending time in the open air, this can offer a fitting final resting place.

Suitable for burial and for temporary display

The urn can be kept indoors before burial and may also be placed outdoors. It is available in several colours, allowing you to choose a shade that reflects the person you are remembering or the setting in which the urn will rest.

Useful to know before you choose

• The rate of biodegradation depends on soil composition and moisture levels.
• In dry or sandy soil, the process may take longer than one year.
• Until burial, store the urn in a dry indoor place to preserve its condition.

A colour with personal meaning

You may wish to choose a colour that reflects something recognisable about your loved one, such as an earthy tone for someone who loved nature or a restrained white or grey for a simpler aesthetic. This makes the choice feel personal without needing additional decoration.

If you are unsure whether this biodegradable urn is right for the farewell you have in mind, please contact us. We will gladly help you consider the options without pressure.