The flatlid coffin can be made with cheap chipboard or supawood and then stained so it resembles hardwood, as per the image on the left. It is
popular because it is inexpensive compared to some of the other products. The best looking coffin is one made from pine and then finished with a light
varnish.
The manuals explain in detail how to manufacture coffins and caskets, including how to stain chipboard so it resembles hardwood. It includes sizes,
images, photos and a step-by-step guide. This is also a cost effective way to learn the manufacturing process of a coffin and casket.