Nave Wooden Chapel & Church Armchair

The Nave Wooden Chapel & Church Armchair is a traditional all-wooden chair designed to assist elderly and infirm members of the congregation when sitting and rising. Often specified as 10–20% of a church’s overall chair replacement, armchairs are commonly positioned at one or both ends of a row. It pairs seamlessly with the Nave Stacking Wooden Chapel & Church Chair (click to view) and can stack on top of standard chair stacks, ensuring flexibility while maintaining a consistent, heritage-appropriate aesthetic throughout the nave.
Timeless elegance for the congregation, the Nave Wooden Chapel & Church Armchair is the perfect blend of tradition, craftsmanship, and functionality. Designed to echo the heritage of traditional pew and bench seating, this all-wooden chair offers a warm, timeless aesthetic while providing the flexibility required for modern church spaces.

Carefully crafted to complement the architectural beauty of historic and listed churches, the Nave Armchair is an ideal choice for spaces that require seating solutions that respect and enhance their heritage. Unlike contemporary metal-framed chairs, its solid beechwood construction maintains the traditional character of a sacred setting while allowing for practical reconfiguration when needed. The nave is the heart of any church, where the congregation gathers in fellowship and worship, and this armchair reflects that significance — offering a design that promotes both unity and reverence. Its sturdy construction, timeless style, and adaptability make it an excellent option for churches seeking to balance tradition with functionality.

Key Features
• Enhanced Comfort & Support: Designed specifically to assist elderly or infirm members with sitting and rising, providing extra stability and reassurance.
• Practical Storage: Features a built-in book and hassock shelf below the seat for hymnals or kneeling cushions.

Build Quality
• Manufactured from premium beechwood, a renewable and eco-friendly resource.
• Comb and blind mortise-and-tenon joints ensure exceptional durability and stability, prized for centuries from Egyptian furniture to medieval cathedrals.
• Pre-sanded and double-varnished surfaces for a smooth, polished finish.
• Wooden slats and a sculptured back rail add strength, comfort, and elegance.

Customisation Options
The Nave Armchair can be tailored to meet your church’s specific needs:
• Secondary back rail for enhanced comfort and visual appeal
• Solid oak frame upgrade, offering a premium alternative to the standard beechwood frame.
• Available as a matching pew bench or stacking chairs.
• Linking devices to create organized seating arrangements.
• PVC or felt feet to protect flooring and reduce noise.
• Upholstered seat pads available in a wide range of fabrics and colours.
• Rush seat for added aesthetic charm.
• Optional 1” or 2” increased width for extra comfort and elbow room.
• Custom frame stains to match existing wooden features.
• Kneelers for enhanced worship functionality.

Frame Finishes
The beechwood frame is finished with a durable, clear lacquer as standard. Custom stains are available to harmonize with existing interior woodwork or features.

Specifications
• Material: Solid Beechwood
• Dimensions: H820 × W585 × D530 × SH450 mm
• Weight: 9.1 kg

Stackability and Durability
• Designed for practicality and space efficiency; the armchair stacks on top of a standard Nave chair stack, making it the final chair in the pile.
• Moderate weight ensures convenient handling while maintaining superior durability.
• Backed by a 6-year guarantee for peace of mind and long-term value.

Reasons to Buy the Nave Armchair
• Provides additional support for elderly and infirm members.
• Complements the traditional aesthetics of the Nave Stacking Wooden Chapel & Church Chair.
• Combines timeless craftsmanship with practical church functionality.
• Offers excellent value, durability, and comfort.

A Versatile Solution
The Nave Armchair integrates seamlessly into church layouts, often added at row ends or as part of 10–20% of overall seating. Ideal for worship services, community gatherings, and special events, it offers a respectful, supportive, and practical seating option.

Request a Sample or Quote
Experience the quality and craftsmanship of the Nave Wooden Chapel & Church Armchair first-hand. Contact us today to request a sample or a no-obligation quote, and furnish your church with seating that embodies tradition, comfort, and accessibility.

For larger quantities, please call the sales team for “larger” quantity discounts.

Please call Winscombe for more help 01623 427 596 or email us sales@winscombefurniture.com