What’s the Best Chair for Your Church?

Are the hard, uncomfortable wooden benches in your church causing discomfort to your congregation during services and events? It may be time to consider investing in new church stack chairs to provide more comfortable and flexible seating arrangements.

One of the major benefits of church chairs is how comfortable they are. Unlike hard wooden benches, church chairs are designed to provide support and comfort during long periods of sitting. This can greatly enhance the overall experience for church attendees, making them more likely to attend services and events.

Another advantage of church chairs is their flexibility. Unlike fixed wooden benches, chairs can be easily moved around to accommodate different seating arrangements for various events and occasions. This flexibility allows for a versatile use of the church space, making it more functional and accommodating different purposes.

Impressions Church Chair

When it comes to choosing the best church stack chairs on the market, the Impressions Chair rises to the top. With its exceptional comfort and unmatched durability, this chair is a favorite among churches looking for high-quality seating solutions.

The Impressions Chair by Bertolini boasts an extremely comfortable seat and backrest – a key advantage over generic church chairs. The seat is made of cold-cured, custom-molded foam over a flexible seat base. The backrest is cushioned with plush foam over a slightly flexible plastic base, which is the most comfortable way to make a backrest. Other chairs are commonly made with plywood support beneath the foam cushions, which is not as comfortable during long periods of sitting.

Made in the U.S.A., the Impressions Chair is also extremely well-built and comes with an extended 25-year warranty, which provides peace of mind for long-term use. The Impressions Chair is also fully customizable: it’s available in over 600 fabrics or in C.O.M. (Customer’s Own Material).

Millennia Church Chair

The Millennia Chair also offers excellent durability and comfort, making it an excellent choice for church seating needs. While it may not have the same warranty as the Impressions Chair (the Millennia and Essentials Chairs have a 20-year warranty), the Millennia still provides a reliable and comfortable seating option for congregants. It is available in over 35 fabric options and several frame finishes to complement your décor.

Essentials Church Chair

The Essentials Chair by Bertolini serves as a cost-effective choice for churches on a tight budget. Like the Millennia, it features a plush foam seat and a comfortably padded back. Despite its affordability, this chair does not compromise on comfort, making it a practical choice for church congregations and special events. You can have your Essentials Chairs made to order in over 35 fabric options and seven frame finishes.

Overall, while all three Bertolini chair models offer a professional appearance and impressive durability, the Impressions Chair emerges as the top choice for the best church chairs due to its exceptional comfort, durability, and extended warranty.

Comparison Chart: Impressions vs. Millennia vs. Essentials 

	Impressions Church Chair	Millennia Church Chair	Essentials Church Chair
Comfort Level	★★★★★ Superior	★★★★ Great	★★★ Good
Price Point	$$$	$$	$$
Shipping Speed	⛟ ⛟ ⛟	⛟	⛟
Foam	High resilience, cold-cured, custom molded foam for incredible durability and comfort	Commercial-grade, 3.5″ dual-density foam	Commercial-grade, 3.5″ dual-density foam
Frame	16-gauge steel, powder coated (18 colors)	16-gauge steel, powder coated (8 colors)	16-gauge steel, powder coated (8 colors)
Seat	Patented FormFlex™ seat base + custom molded foam	Plywood seat base + dual-density foam	Plywood seat base + dual-density foam
Back	Plush foam + Ergo-V plastic back base	Plush foam + Ergo-V plastic back base	Plush foam + plywood back base
Armrests	With or without	With or without	With or without
Weight	16.3 lbs. (7.3 kg)	17.6 lbs. (7.9 kg)	17.6 lbs. (7.9 kg)
Seat Width	20″ (50.8 cm) or 22″ (55.8 cm)	20″ (50.8 cm)	20″ (50.8 cm)
Stacking	8 high (6 for chairs with armrests)	8 high (6 for chairs with armrests)	8 high (6 for chairs with armrests)
Warranty	25 Years	20 Years	20 Years
Fabric	600+ commercial grade fabrics	30+ commercial grade fabrics	30+ commercial grade fabrics

In conclusion, investing in new church chairs is a worthwhile decision that can enhance the comfort, flexibility, and overall experience of your congregation. Selecting the right chairs for your house of worship will require attention to budgetary constraints and design, such as getting samples of frame colors and fabrics. Your Bertolini Sales Representative can send you samples and help you research your options.

Raising Money for New Church Furniture

Fundraising for new church chairs can be a great initiative to engage the congregation and raise the necessary funds. Here are some fundraising ideas to consider:

1. Organize a special offering during services dedicated to raising money for new church chairs.
2. Host a fundraising event such as a charity auction, bake sale, or talent show to gather donations.
3. Create a crowd-funding campaign online to reach out to a wider audience for support.
4. For more ideas on fundraising for church chairs or other improvements, check out our Church Fundraising Guide.

By implementing creative fundraising ideas, you can successfully raise the funds needed to get new chairs for your church. Making this upgrade can create a more inviting and comfortable environment for your church community.

FAQ About Bertolini Church Chairs

What are the best church chairs?

Upholstered stacking chairs are extremely popular in modern churches. Bertolini’s Impressions Chair is a premier model that has been serving in churches for over 40 years. Theater seating is another style of seating that is popular in larger churches and megachurches, although it is expensive.

What are the chairs in a church called?

The seats in a church are sometimes called church chairs, pew chairs, worship chairs, sanctuary seating, or pews. Highly ornamented chairs for clergy and other honored guests are called Cathedral Chairs, Celebrant Chairs, or Clergy Chairs.

Are Bertolini Chairs stackable?

Yes, all Bertolini Church Chairs stack 6–8 high. Bertolini Chair Carts are an easy way to move around stacks of chairs and quickly clear out or set up a room for special events.

Check out the Bertolini Impressions Church Chair for more information on this top-of-the-line seating option.

Products Featured in This Post

Impressions Church Chair

Millennia Church Chair

Essentials Church Chair