Lightweight extruded resin columbarium niches offer several benefits over traditional concrete or granite niches, including:
- Easier installation: Resin niches are significantly lighter than concrete or granite, making them easier to handle and install, especially in older buildings where weight limits may be a concern. This can also reduce labor costs associated with installation.
- Reduced costs: Resin niches are typically less expensive than concrete or granite niches, making them a more cost-effective option for cemeteries and funeral homes.
- Durability: While not as strong as granite, modern resin composites are formulated to be highly durable and resistant to weathering, corrosion, and fading. They can withstand harsh outdoor conditions for many years.
- Low maintenance: Resin niches require minimal maintenance compared to concrete or granite. They are non-porous and resist staining, making them easier to keep clean.
- Design flexibility: Resin niches come in a wider variety of colors, styles, and finishes than concrete or granite, allowing for more customization and personalization.
- Environmentally friendly: Resin is a more environmentally friendly material than concrete, as it requires less energy and resources to produce and emits fewer greenhouse gases.