The Mariners Church Detroit, MI

"Scott was excellent to work with...I and my parishioners are delighted with how the pews look. He and his crew were always most cordial. I highly recommend them for your next project."

Father Jerry Kopel Sacred HeartChurch, Gettysburg, SD

Preserving the Past with Integrity

At ChurchPewRestoration.com, we’re proud to be the only church pew refinishing company in the U.S. founded entirely on historic preservation principles. For more than four decades, our work has honored the beauty and craftsmanship of sacred spaces—always following the Department of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitating Historic Structures.

We understand the unique care required for Sacred Places, and it shows in every project we take on—from small chapels to grand cathedrals.

Our Restoration Services Include:

  • Church Pews

  • Altars, Reredos, and Baldacchinos (Baldachins)

  • Historic Church Furnishings

  • Wood Doors, Frames, Wainscoting, and Ceilings

Trusted by Iconic Spaces

Our portfolio includes restorations in basilicas, cathedrals, and landmark houses of worship across the country.

Expert Historic Church Wood Restoration & Preservation Since 1981

Welcome!

I'm passionate about historic preservation and wood restoration, a journey that began in 1981 with the purchase of The Quint House, an 1853 Greek Revival home located in the small town of Rural, Wisconsin.

That hands-on experience helped lead to the creation of the Rural on the Crystal National Register Historic District—and launched a lifelong commitment to preserving America’s architectural heritage through expert craftsmanship.

A Better Method for Wood Preservation

Over the years, we’ve developed a gentler, more authentic method of historic wood preservation—one that maintains the visual character and structural integrity of original materials, while avoiding the harsh techniques often used today.

This specialized approach has made us a trusted choice for historic restoration projects in churches and public buildings across the U.S..

Visit our Woodwork Restoration site to explore our process, philosophy, and portfolio.

Preserving the Story in Every Grain

To us, architectural woodwork restoration isn’t just “stripping and refinishing.” It’s about honoring the craftsmanship, history, and stories embedded in old wood. Our church pew restoration work, in particular, has taken us to extraordinary places and introduced us to equally remarkable people.

We love what we do—and my son and I are always happy to answer questions, share insights, or talk about your next church renovation project.

So it’s perfectly OK for you to Call or Email us now. It’s our thing!

Scott

Founder/Owner

Woodwork Restoration, LLC