Welcome to our new website! Are you a funeral director and did you have a login for the old website? Go to the login page (the icon in the top right corner) and make a new account with the e-mailadress you previously used for your account, and voila! Everything else should be self-explanatory. Feel free to email us at info@wikkelgoed.nl if you have any questions.

Wikkelgoed offers shrouds and carriers as an alternative to a coffin. We also offer many matching accessories. Our products are almost all 100% natural and sustainably made, making them an environmentally conscious choice. With Wikkelgoed products, you can organize a personal and gentle funeral.

A shroud is a rectangular cloth which is used to shroud the body. Shrouding is an increasingly popular alternative to the traditional coffin, which enables a personal and sustainable approach to saying goodbye. A shroud is to be used in combination with a carrier, on which the body is carried. Our shrouds are made of natural fabrics, in line with our vision of a natural farewell. They are designed with simplicity in mind, allowing the bereaved to personalize their farewell.

Yes. Since 1991, the Netherlands has permitted the use of funeral coverings other than a coffin, such as shrouds e. The use of a bier or stretcher is required. A shroud is generally suitable for burial and cremation, but we recommend consulting with the funeral director regarding your specific situation. Read more about funerals without a coffin.

When a shroud is used solely for a display of the body, for example at home, the use of a carrier is not mandatory. However, to use the shroud as an alternative to a coffin at a burial or cremation, a carrier is required.

Shrouding is often experienced as a cherished farewell ritual. Before a funeral, cremation, or display, the family takes a moment with the deceased. Together, they prepare themselves and the body for the final farewell. It's a moment of connection and a first step in the grieving process. We'd be happy to tell you more about the value of folding a shroud.

You can order all our products directly through our webshop. Some products can be viewed at our office in Ankeveen upon request.

You can order our products directly through our webshop. Alternatively, you can have your funeral director do this for you.

There's a growing number of funeral directors that are experienced in using shrouds. That's why we've compiled a list of affiliated funeral directors for you. These funeral directors work with us and have experience with our products. You can see which company is located near you on a map on this page.

At Wikkelgoed, we use natural materials like wool, silk, cotton, hemp, and denim. We do this with a focus on sustainability and because we love these beautiful fabrics. Read more about our different fabric types and their properties here.

Our GreenLeave shrouds are: the Thick wool shroud, the Hemp shroud, and the Rondomrond. Our GreenLeave carriers are: the Willow shell, the Comfort carrier, and the Willow carrier. When a product is GreenLeave Approved, it has been made sustainably.

Our Soft Shroud, Denim Shroud, and Basic Shroud from the Basic Set are GOTS-certified. This means that the raw materials are 100% organic and the manufacturing process is as sustainable as possible. Read more about the GOTS certificate here.

Several of our products are organically produced: the Denim shroud, the Soft shroud and the Basic shroud that is part of the Basic set.

What makes our wool special is that it's locally produced. In recent years, wool mills have disappeared from the Netherlands. Most raw wool is now exported as a byproduct to Chinese mills or incinerated as waste, which unfortunately has a significant environmental impact. Our wool, however, is locally produced and comes from flocks of sheep used for nature conservation.

For the Valentine Kempynck's The Embrace, it's possible to personalize the embroidered arms. Please contact us if you're interested. Unfortunately, we can't accommodate other special requests, such as smaller shrouds or additional colors. However, you can always contact us, and we may be able to refer you to someone.

Our inventory of shrouds is always restocked immediately, and our other products are also always in stock. Sometimes a delivery problem might arise, so our current inventory is always listed in the product information in our webshop.

All products ordered before 5:00 PM, are guaranteed to arrive the next business day between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. This excludes the northern islands and the southernmost island of Zeeland. Urgent orders can be delivered within 3 hours by our courier throughout most of the Netherlands, 7 days a week. Pick-up is also possible in Amersfoort. This page provides an overview of the funeral product delivery options: delivery and costs.

In addition to our delivery options, you can also pick up a stretcher or shroud. Once you've ordered the products, you can call to schedule a pickup with our courier. Details: De Stuwdam 5, 3815 KM, Amersfoort, 088-8855875.

Did your payment fail or get declined? This is usually due to a minor glitch. Trying again often helps. Review your payment details carefully and check that you're using the correct card. If that doesn't solve the problem, you can send a message to info@wikkelgoed.nl or call us at 020-8457343. We apologize for the inconvenience, and we'll do everything we can to resolve this issue.

You want to change or cancel your order, but it's already been completed. In that case, you can send a message to info@wikkelgoed.nl with your order number and the desired change, and we'll make sure it's processed. There are no extra costs as long as the order hasn't been shipped yet. Otherwise, you'll only pay the shipping costs.

If you don't receive your order within the agreed timeframe, please send a message to info@wikkelgoed.nl or call us at 020-8457343. We apologize for the inconvenience and will do everything we can to resolve the issue.

To return a product, please complete the Wikkelgoed product withdrawal form and email it to info@wikkelgoed.nl. We will contact you as soon as possible. The refund will be credited to your account within 14 days of your return. Depending on your situation, you may or may not be responsible for shipping costs. Read more about our Returns Policy. The form can also be found there.

To avoid any inconvenience, we like to communicate our terms and conditions clearly. On this page, you will also find our privacy policy and the cancellation form.

You can create a business account on our website. Once you're logged in, you'll see our business prices. During checkout, you can choose iDEAL (or Bancontact for Belgium) or pay later. In the latter case, the invoice must be paid within 14 days. This invoice will be included with your order confirmation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at 020-8457343 or info@wikkelgoed.nl.

There are two ways to fold the shroud. Instructions for both are always included with the shroud. At the bottom of this page, it's explained s detail using two animations: Folding a shroud. We've also developed a simpler folding method for the Thick Wool Shroud.

Because the Thick Wool shroud is thicker than most of our shrouds, the standard folding method may not work as well. Therefore, we've developed a simple folding method that allows for a neat fold:

Yes, it is legally permitted to organize a burial or cremation with a shroud in the Netherlands. Many crematoria allow this without a problem. Sometimes, the shroud is to be moistened, or a wet sheet is placed over it. This isn't actually necessary for safety reasons; the natural materials are flame retardant. However, crematoria have their own regulations. For more information, please visit our page about Burial without a Coffin.

In principle, all our products are suitable for use in the cremation oven. A carrier is required to have a flat bottom plate and a raised edge. Some of our carriers, such as the Willow shell, do not have these features. In such cases, a cremation input board is required. Be sure to contact the crematorium.

When using a shroud, it's not required to wear underwear, but most people choose to do so. Would you prefer natural undergarments? We offer the Funeral gown for that.

You transport a deceased person in a shroud using a carrier. For added stability (or for aesthetic reasons), you can secure the body with one of our shroud straps.

If the shroud is folded as per the instructions, this cannot happen. Furthermore, for safety's sake, we provide two safety pins with each shroud. If you're unsure, due to strong winds or a large body, you can also use a shroud strap to close the shroud. This is a strap that you tie around the shroud (and the carrier for extra stability). This can also be an aesthetic consideration.

Cooling is possible with all our products. With the Basic carrier and the Curved carrier, the unit can be placed underneath. With carriers made of wicker, branches, and bamboo, the cooling unit is placed in/on the bier, because the material transmits cold less effectively if the cooling element were placed underneath. Generally speaking, shrouds don't significantly affect the cooling quality. With thicker shrouds, such as those made of wool, it's sometimes wise to cool the body first and then wrap the shroud. Otherwise, the shroud unnecessarily retains body temperature. The wool mat has little effect on the cooling level, because the fabric is felted in a way that allows air, and therefore cold, to pass through.

We are often asked how to handle a shroud and fluids. Fluid should not be a problem when using a shroud, as long as it is properly cooled. If necessary, additional cloths can be used to absorb bodily fluids, or a body bag can be placed within the shroud. Thanatopraxia, a light embalming process that preserves the body for 10 days, is also an option. Always discuss this with the funeral director.

Natural burial is the burial of the deceased in a nature reserve designated for this purpose. Burial rights in a natural burial site are usually perpetual, and you can choose your burial site during a walk through the area. You can find all the information about natural burial on our natural burial page.

Yes, it is legally permitted to be buried in something other than a coffin. This therefore also applies to natural burial grounds, so using a shroud combined with a stretcher is allowed. However, there are certain requirements, such as the use of biodegradable materials. Always consult with the natural burial ground you are considering to ensure you understand their specific regulations and rules. Read more on our page about natural burials.

Most of our products are suitable for natural burial. Filter by 'natural burial' in our product overview to see this directly. Most natural burial sites recommend using biodegradable materials, and some even require it. Always check the specific regulations of the natural burial site you're considering.

In general, urns may also be buried in natural burial grounds. There are often designated burial areas for this purpose. It is usually recommended or required that the urn be made of biodegradable material. It is wise to inquire about the regulations of the cemetery you are considering, as different organizations often have slightly different rules.

A Green Funeral is organized with products made from sustainable and/or organic materials. For this type of funeral, there are several natural burial grounds throughout the Netherlands. These are natural areas made available as burial grounds based on the idea that "what comes from nature, also goes back to nature." Our products are sustainably and organically produced to align with these principles of a nature-conscious farewell. Read more about Green Funerals.

In a regular cemetery, the graves are arranged in rows, and a grave is assigned. In a natural burial ground, the graves are spread out over a large nature reserve, and the burial site can be chosen freely. In addition, the memorial marker in a regular cemetery is a solid headstone. In a natural burial ground, this can also be a tree disk or a small bush. Read more about natural burial.

We're available all day, including weekends, on 020-8457343. Sometimes we can't answer the phone right away. Please note that we always follow up on missed calls. If it's not urgent, you can email us at info@wikkelgoed.nl. We check our email daily. Orders can be placed through our webshop.

Do you have a complaint or would you like to give a compliment? We'd love to hear from you. Contact us at info@wikkelgoed.nl and we'll get back to you.

Yes, that's possible. If you're logged in to your business account, you can download high-quality product photos under the menu item "Business/Downloads." The photos are free to use, although we do appreciate a mention or weblink to Wikkelgoed.