A Specialized Seating Service

Church seating is one of Archetype Construction's most specialized offerings. As manufacturer representatives for pews, theater seats, and individual chairs, we provide a turnkey service — from initial layout consultation through delivery and installation. Whether your project is a simple cushion replacement or a complete seating overhaul, we handle every detail.

Refurbishing existing seating by our crews is a specialized service that often provides great value depending on the condition of your current pews, delivering a like-new result at a fraction of the replacement cost.

Pew Refinishing & Restoration

Solid wood pews are built to last generations, but decades of use take a toll on finishes. Our refinishing process restores your pews to their original beauty:

  • Complete sanding and stripping of existing finishes
  • Stain matching to your original color or a new selection
  • Multi-coat lacquer and sealant application
  • Structural repairs — loose joints, cracked wood, broken components
  • Hardware replacement and tightening

Pew Cushion & Upholstery

Worn, faded, or uncomfortable cushions affect how long people want to stay in your sanctuary. We offer complete reupholstery services:

  • New foam and padding for seat and back cushions
  • Commercial-grade fabric selection in hundreds of colors and patterns
  • Pew body and arm padding upgrades
  • Kneeler cushion replacement
  • Fire-retardant and stain-resistant fabric options

New Pew Sales & Installation

When refinishing isn't enough or your sanctuary needs a fresh start, we work directly with leading pew manufacturers to deliver new seating tailored to your space:

  • Custom pew lengths and configurations for your floor plan
  • Wood species, stain, and finish selection
  • End cap and arm rest design options
  • Book racks, cup holders, and accessory integration
  • Delivery, placement, and anchoring by our installation crews

Theater Seats & Individual Chairs

Many contemporary and growing congregations prefer the flexibility of individual seating. We represent multiple manufacturers offering theater-style and stackable chair options:

Theater Seats

Fixed, flip-up theater seating with comfort and sight-line advantages for auditorium-style worship.

Worship Chairs

Interlocking, stackable chairs that can be reconfigured for different services and events.

Custom Solutions

Mixed configurations combining fixed and flexible seating to serve multiple worship formats.

Hybrid Seating Arrangements

Your church doesn't have to choose between pews and chairs. We design hybrid layouts that give you the best of both worlds — the tradition and permanence of pews with the flexibility of movable seating where you need it:

  • Fixed pews in the main sanctuary with flexible seating in overflow areas
  • Pew and chair combinations within the same worship space
  • Removable pew sections for events, concerts, and special services
  • ADA-compliant wheelchair and accessibility spacing

Flooring & Subfloor Preparation

New seating often means new flooring — or at least addressing what's underneath. We coordinate flooring work alongside seating installation so everything is done in one project:

  • Carpet tile, broadloom, and area rug installation
  • Hardwood and luxury vinyl plank for aisles and stage areas
  • Subfloor leveling and repair
  • Pew anchoring systems and floor reinforcement
  • Aisle runner and transition strip installation

Seating Layout & Capacity Planning

The right seating isn't just about the chairs — it's about how they're arranged. We help your church maximize capacity while maintaining comfort, sight lines, and code compliance.

Capacity Analysis

Calculate optimal seating counts based on your space dimensions, aisle requirements, and fire code.

Sight Lines

Ensure every seat has a clear view of the platform, screens, and baptistry.

Flow & Egress

Design aisle widths and exit paths that meet code and keep traffic moving smoothly.