Should You Replace or Refurbish worn Church Furniture?
While most people come to church each week, sit down, experience the service and then go home, for you and the rest of the church staff, it’s usually a totally different experience. As the team that shepherds the church flock, you re keely aware of many logistical concerns of serving your congregation: how many are attending; what services need to be available to them, from coffee and donuts to childcare; how is your church furniture holding up to constant use?
That last concern is where we can help: Kivett’s is the largest family-owned and operated pew manufacturer and refinisher in the United States. Kivett’s offers both new church furniture, and refinishing services. Both options offer distinct advantages, and the right choice depends on several factors. We want you to be aware of your options, keeping your church’s unique contributing factors in mind.
Refurbishing Church Furniture: Reviving the Past
Refurbishing from Kivett’s, particularly pew restoration, offers a cost-effective way to breathe new life into existing furniture. Our restoration technicians will come remove your furniture and pews and transport them in our specially-designed trucks. Once at our plant in Clinton, NC your furnishings will be refinished, repaired, re-stained and re-upholstered, then returned and re-installed by our factory trained installation team. Some of the benefits of refurbishing include:
- Cost Savings: Refurbishing is generally less expensive than purchasing new furniture.
- Preservation: It maintains the church’s historical character and craftsmanship.
- Customization: You can update fabrics and finishes to match your current decor.
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Replacing Church Furniture: Embracing the New
Replacing furniture allows for a complete transformation, providing opportunities for enhanced comfort, functionality, and modern aesthetics. Kivett’s sells a wide range of church furniture, and we use only the finest materials and craftsmanship to create each piece. The benefits of replacing your worn church furnishings include:
- Modernization: New furniture can revitalize the sanctuary’s look and feel.
- Improved Comfort: Modern seating designs often offer enhanced ergonomic support.
- Increased Functionality: New pieces can be tailored to specific needs, such as flexible church seating arrangements.
- Cohesion: As an experienced furniture manufacturer for more than 60 years, we have the unique ability to build new pews, chancel furniture and replacement parts to simulate existing seating.
Considerations Before Deciding
Before making a decision, it’s important for your church team to consider these factors:
- Budget: Refurbishing is typically more budget-friendly.
- Condition of Existing Furniture: If the furniture is structurally sound, refurbishing is a viable option. If the furniture is badly damaged, replacement may be necessary.
- Desired Aesthetic: Do you want to preserve the church’s historical look, or update the design and aesthetic?
- Functionality Needs: Are there specific functional requirements that your existing church furniture doesn’t meet?
- Time Constraints: We’re happy to discuss with your team the comparison in terms of completion time between refurbishing your existing furniture and crafting and installing new pieces.
Ultimately, the decision to refurbish or replace church furniture depends on a careful evaluation of your church’s specific needs and resources. Contact Kivett’s today with any questions you have about replacing vs. refurbishing church furniture, and let us know how we can advise you as you make your decision.
