How Long Do Biodegradable Urns Float?

A gentle pause before the water takes them home

Families often wonder: how long will the urn remain visible before it sinks? Pachamama biodegradable urns are designed to float briefly—usually 30 seconds to 2 minutes—before gently sinking and beginning their natural dissolution. This brief pause allows for breath, words, and petals before the urn disappears beneath the surface. It’s a moment of stillness, giving space for love and farewell.

Quick facts about float time

  • Average float time: 30 seconds to 2 minutes.

  • Designed for balance: enough time for a blessing, short reading, or scattering of petals.

  • Environmental conditions matter: calm water extends float time; wind and waves may shorten it.

  • Complete dissolution: urns and their water-soluble bag dissolve fully within about a week.

  • Eco-safe: all materials are biodegradable and safe for marine and wildlife.

What to expect in your ceremony

Before: Bring your biodegradable urn, biodegradability certificate, and optional flower petals.
During: Set the urn gently on the water’s surface. Take three breaths, say a name, or share a memory. Watch as the urn floats briefly, then sinks with grace.
After: Scatter petals as a blessing. The urn will dissolve naturally, leaving no trace but the memory.

FAQs

How long do biodegradable urns float?
On average, 30 seconds to 2 minutes, depending on conditions.

Will the urn sink too quickly?
No. Our urns are balanced to provide a brief pause before gently sinking.

Do they dissolve completely?
Yes. The urn and biodegradable bag dissolve fully, often within a week.

Can I add flowers or petals?
Yes, as long as they are natural and biodegradable.

Are biodegradable urns safe for wildlife?
Absolutely. Pachamama urns contain only non-toxic, eco-safe materials.

Respect for the earth and water

Every urn is crafted to honor nature’s cycle: a brief moment of presence, a gentle descent, and a complete return to the elements. Families often find peace in watching this process—a reminder that love remains, even as form dissolves.