Church Pew Refinishing & Restoration in California

Restore your pews to their original beauty — for far less than the cost of buying new. Serving churches of all denominations across California and the Southwest for 28 years.

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28 Years in Business · Longest-Running Church Restoration Company in the Western U.S. · $1M Liability Insured · Free On-Site Estimates · All Denominations Welcome

Restore, Don't Replace

Your pews carry decades of history — weddings, baptisms, generations of worship. When the finish grows dull, scratched, or worn through, replacement isn't the only option. It usually isn't even the best one.

Professional refinishing restores solid-wood pews to like-new condition at a fraction of the cost of new seating — and preserves craftsmanship and old-growth wood quality that simply isn't built today. Our team has refinished pews for historic Catholic parishes, Baptist sanctuaries, Adventist churches, and everything in between, always matching the character of the space.

Our Refinishing Process

1. Free on-site estimate. We visit your church, inspect every pew, and give you a firm written quote — no obligation, no pressure.
2. Careful pickup and transport. We move your pews to our Riverside workshop in phases, coordinating around your worship schedule so your sanctuary stays usable.
3. Sand down to bare wood. Every pew is stripped and sanded by hand, removing decades of wear while protecting the wood underneath.
4. Stain sampling and matching. You approve the exact stain color before we commit — whether that's matching the original finish or updating to a new tone.
5. Seal, topcoat, and hand-finish. A clear sealant followed by two layers of topcoat, sanded between each layer for a smooth, lustrous, long-lasting finish.
6. Reinstallation and walkthrough. We reinstall every pew, walk the project with you, and don't call it done until you sign off.

More Than Pews

We refinish complete sanctuaries: altars, clergy chairs, doors, rails, and other sanctuary furniture — so every wood surface in your worship space matches. Many churches bundle these pieces into a pew refinishing project at significant savings.

What Churches Say

"When our parish decided to embark on a major $2.5 million church interior restoration project, we knew we would need to find someone to refurbish all 32 of our old pews... His pricing was fair, and we are very happy with the results of his work. I would highly recommend his company to anyone looking for top-notch talent in this area of work." — Fr. Joseph M. Tabigue, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, San Diego

"The craftsmanship was excellent... And on top of that, they were by far the least expensive of the quotes that we got!" — Sandy Traverso

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to refinish a church pew?

It depends on pew length, pew count, wood condition, and the finish you choose. Published industry rates for pew refinishing run well over $100 per lineal foot — our pricing typically comes in meaningfully below industry averages, and refinishing is almost always a fraction of the cost of buying new pews. We'll give you a firm written quote after a free on-site visit, so there are never surprises.

Is refinishing better than replacing our pews?

In most cases, yes. Older pews are usually built from solid hardwood that would be costly to replicate today. Refinishing preserves that quality and your church's history, costs far less than replacement, and avoids months of lead time on new furniture.

Will our sanctuary be out of commission during the project?

No. We phase pickup and reinstallation so services can continue, and we coordinate every move around your worship calendar. If your project involves other renovations, we can store finished pews until you're ready.

Can you match our existing stain color?

Yes. We prepare stain samples on your actual wood and refine them until you approve the color — whether you want an exact match or a refreshed look.

Do you also repair damaged pews?

Yes. Loose joints, cracked supports, chipped veneer, and broken hardware are all repaired as part of refinishing, so pews come back structurally sound as well as beautiful.

Serving Churches Across California

Based in Riverside, California, we serve churches throughout the state — Los Angeles, Orange County, the Inland Empire, San Diego, Sacramento, and the Bay Area — plus neighboring Southwest states. Recent refinishing projects include Our Lady of the Rosary (San Diego), Carmichael SDA (Sacramento), St. Catherine of Alexandria (Riverside), and First Presbyterian (Berkeley).

Ready to See What Your Pews Could Look Like?

Get a free, no-obligation on-site estimate. Call 888-840-2588 or contact us here.