Blog · Updated November 4, 2026
How to Choose Church Pew Fabric: Weight, Stain Resistance and Color
Bryan Sharpe
Choosing pew fabric: what to check first
The fabric you pick decides how your pews look and how long they last. Ask any upholsterer for three things: fabric weight (we recommend at least 8 oz), stain resistance (polyolefin and other solution-dyed fabrics hold up best), and the mill warranty. Fabric is one part of the job; see our church pew upholstery service for how it is installed on-site.
Fabric choice also affects price. See what it costs to reupholster church pews, and browse our full pew fabric selection.
Ready to see options for your sanctuary? Our full church pew upholstery service page covers what we do, where we work, and how to get a free estimate. Or call Sharpe’s Church Interiors at 910-694-3007.
More on church pew fabrics
When searching for church pew fabrics, consider the quality of the materials. Pew fabrics need to be no less than 8oz in weight, and treated with some form of stain resistance. There are several church pew fabric choices out there that could easily leave you buried with repairs after the installation process is complete. After you have determined what color family(red, blue, green) you want start looking into the type of fabric it is, and the warranty information. Most fabrics carry warranty directly by the fabric mill. I know it may seem that the company you are talking to about your pew upholstery process seems to have their own fabrics, trust me this isn’t the case. Ask the company for the weight and warranty of the fabrics they are looking into and make sure it is suitable for your church pew fabric needs.
We will give you all of this information and more and all of our fabrics are suitable for any of your church pew fabric needs. Now go request your FREE fabric samples.
There are many different types and styles of church pew fabrics available right now. Most commonly used materials is a polyolefin which is stainproof and an incredible product for your church pew fabric. Here at Sharpe’s Church Interiors we recommend this super durable church pew fabric for our customers. This will ensure you will never have any staining, and prevent any damage to your church pew fabric. Please contact us at 910-694-3007 for any additional questions, samples, and pricing. Church Pew Cushions can be found here.
Our line of Duramax pew fabrics is perfect for all congregations that wish to recover their church cushions. Heavy in weight, high in quality, and readily available at all times. You cant go wrong.