Methodist Church
Sanctuary Seating Done Right
Custom-crafted pews and sanctuary seating built on a foundation of solid oak, genuine craftsmanship, and more than 65 years of service to congregations who deserve nothing less.
Your sanctuary is where your congregation gathers, worships, and grows together. The seating you choose shapes that experience for every person who walks through your doors — and Kivett's has been getting it right for Methodist churches since 1958.
The Sanctuary Seating Partner Your Methodist Church Can Count On
Kivett's Inc. is the largest family-owned and operated pew manufacturer and refinisher in the United States — and we have been since 1958. Our reputation was built on a simple but unwavering principle: take pride in the people who build the product, and never compromise the standard of what gets delivered. Decades later, that principle remains the foundation of everything we do.
Methodist congregations across the eastern United States have trusted Kivett's to outfit their sanctuaries with seating that reflects the warmth and welcoming spirit of Methodist worship. Whether your church is renewing an aging sanctuary, expanding to meet a growing congregation, or starting fresh in a new building, we bring the same level of care and craftsmanship to every project — regardless of size.
We blend our tried-and-true solid oak construction method — unchanged since our founding — with today's comfort expectations, offering fully upholstered seats and backs that make every worship service more welcoming for your congregation.
Sanctuary Seating Built for Methodist Worship
Every Methodist sanctuary is different. We offer two primary seating paths — new installation and refinishing — so your church gets exactly what it needs.
New Pew Installation
Brand-new solid oak sanctuary seating, custom-manufactured to fit your space and reflect your congregation's character. Built to last generations.
- Solid oak construction, made in the USA
- Custom sizing for your sanctuary layout
- Choice of stain, finish, and upholstery
- Upholstered seat and back options available
- Matching communion rail and platform furnishings
Pew Refinishing & Restoration
Give your existing pews a new lease on life. Our restoration process preserves the character of your sanctuary while returning your seating to like-new condition.
- Full stripping, sanding, and refinishing
- Structural repair of joints, ends, and frames
- Upholstery replacement and repadding
- Stain color matching or updating
- Refinishing of railings and platform woodwork
Everything Your Sanctuary Needs
Beyond pews, Kivett's provides a full range of sanctuary furnishings and millwork so your entire worship space is cohesive, beautiful, and built to last.
Custom Pew Manufacturing
Solid oak pews built to your exact dimensions, with your choice of profile, finish, and upholstery — manufactured in the USA by our own craftsmen.
Pew Refinishing
Complete refinishing from stripping to final coat. We restore the warmth and luster of your wood seating to match the heart of your congregation.
Upholstery & Cushioning
Comfortable, durable upholstered seats and backs in a wide range of fabrics — welcoming for every member of your congregation, from young families to seniors.
Pulpit & Platform Furnishings
Pulpits, lecterns, communion tables, and choir seating — all crafted to complement your pews and create a unified, dignified platform area.
Structural Pew Repair
Loose joints, cracked pew ends, weakened frames — we handle all structural repairs so your seating is safe and sound for years to come.
Wainscoting & Sanctuary Millwork
Wall paneling, railings, choir loft woodwork, and custom trim — finished to match your pews and elevate the overall beauty of your worship space.
A Name Methodist Churches Have Trusted for Generations
We have built our reputation one sanctuary at a time — by showing up, doing the work right, and never cutting corners. Here is what that looks like in practice.
America's Largest Family-Owned Manufacturer
No middlemen, no corporate compromise. Kivett's is family-owned and fully accountable — you deal directly with the people who build and install your seating.
Solid Oak Since 1958
We have never substituted inferior materials for cost savings. Every Kivett's pew starts with solid oak — the same construction method we've used from the very beginning.
Comfort Meets Tradition
We blend classic solid oak joinery with modern upholstered comfort — so your congregation can focus on worship, not on an uncomfortable seat.
Eastern U.S. Coverage
Our crews travel to Methodist churches from Maine to Florida. Wherever your congregation calls home along the eastern seaboard, we will be there.
Scheduled Around Your Congregation
We work around your worship and programming schedule — minimizing disruption so your church calendar stays intact from start to finish.
Clear, Honest Quotes
We provide fully itemized proposals so your church council has everything needed to make an informed decision — no ambiguity, no surprises.
From First Call to First Sunday
We make the process simple for church trustees and building committees. Here is what working with Kivett's looks like from start to finish.
Free Site Visit
We come to your church, assess the sanctuary, take measurements, and listen to what your congregation needs — no obligation.
Written Proposal
You receive a clear, itemized quote with material specs, project scope, and timeline — everything your building committee needs to move forward.
Manufacturing & Prep
We build or restore your seating to the highest standard, coordinating logistics around your church's schedule every step of the way.
Installation Day
Our crew installs everything with care, leaves your sanctuary spotless, and hands it back ready for your next worship service.
Let's Create a Sanctuary Your Congregation Will Love
Reach out to Kivett's today for a free site visit and no-obligation quote. We'd be honored to serve your Methodist church.
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