• Costs - Our powerful heaters' maximum output is 90W/m with a plenty of reserves for all weather. 

• The running cost is further reduced by switching off zones, lowering the temperature to medium (which is usually the typical setting) or switching OFF some pews.

• Tried and tested - The KovoSchmidt heating system has been installed in churches of different sizes  – and this is the only heating solution in those churches, even when they are located in mountain regions where temperatures drop below minus 10°C.

• A unique system produced only by KovoSchmidt, which revolutionises pew heating.

• Good value - The pew heating system is only a fraction of the price of other systems such as those which need a boiler room and a network of pipes and pumps and it is 1/10th of the price of underfloor or ground source heating systems - and our pew heating provides much better local heating.

• Maintenance free - In contrast to other systems, where maintenance, repairs and refurbishment costs can be considerable.

• Environmental benefits - The energy consumption of the KovoSchmidt system is only 1/10th of radiator based heating systems so it reduces the carbon footprint and leads to big savings in energy bills.

• Only has to be switched on 10 minutes before any service.

• Preservation of artwork - The pew heating system is ideal for historic churches because it does not create dust and condensation which damage church interiors, organs and paintings.

• Components are quality UK made and ISO 9001:2008 certified. Fabrics used are fire retardant according to B1 Crib 5 fire class. 

• Quick response & 10 year guarantee We are a small multinational company with our head office based in London. Our network of regional experienced subcontractors ensures a prompt response under our 10 year guarantee. The system is installed and certified by NICEIC- or NAPIT Approved Contractors. 

Upholstery fabric:

 

We use contract upholstery fabric that is above standards. The Panaz- and Sekers Contract Upholstery collections meet fire retardant standards without the need for chemical treatments and has at least 40,000 Martindale abrasion resistance. For more colour and design options please follow the Panaz website link http://www.panaz.com/en/collections/list/hospitality/, 

Sekers: https://www.sekersfabrics.co.uk/sekers-collections/

or alternatively let us know if other designs are preferred. The new generation of microfibre cleaning clothes are extremely effective for cleaning without the need for detergents for general care and maintenance. Solvent based cleaning agents are not allowed.

The most popular colours and patterns are (click on pictures to enlarge them):

Some of our references (UK):

 

Responses taken from emails to our question to churches after a few months of experiencing our heating systems:

 

 

 Holy Trinity Church, Whitfield, Revd. Jonathan Russell:

 "…the system was very cosy, and very much appreciated by everyone. Many thanks…"

 "…The members of my congregation were most impressed with how neat, as well as how warm the installation is: thank you for being considerate of our ancient building…"

 

 

St. James's Church, West Malvern, Susan Matthews:

 ’’ ..  we are very happy with the system..’’, ‘’ Thank you for such a clever invention!’’

 

 

All Saints’ Church, Richard’s Castle, Roland Alden : 

 "The system has performed well during this very cold weather and the feedback has been excellent."

 

 

St. Peter’s Church, Newton Bromswold, Helen Lines:

 ’The heating system has received many favourable comments.’’

 

 

Port of Menteith Church, Coldon, Scotland, Sheena M. M. Crichton:

  ‘’..the pew heating is very economic and effective and we are very pleased with it. It looks extremely smart and is comfortable to sit on..’’

 

 

St Mary’s Church, Claverton, Diane Sykes:

 “We used the system for the first time at our Carol Service on Sunday and it was a great success.”

 

 

Sacred Heart Church, Hillsborough, Sheffield, Pauline McConnon's (Chair of Parish Council) letter:

"On behalf of Fr Michael, the Heating Sub Committee and the parishioners, here at Sacred Heart,

I would like to express our immense gratitude to you and your amazing team of craftsmen!

 The expertise and professionalism of yourself and those working alongside you have, at times, left us speechless. We could not have had better service and we are very, very grateful for all the hours you put in to complete the project for us on schedule.

 Well, our parishioners felt the full effects of it last weekend and feedback was indeed very good-not least of all because we sat in a very cold church throughout last winter! It was a whole new experience for them and we feel encouraged that our congregation can now celebrate in a warm, comfortable environment''..."We will certainly be recommending you!".

 

 

St Catherine's Church, Montacute, Nicholas, Laycock, PCC Treasurer,  :

"The seats were much admired last Sunday at the Harvest Service where we gave thanks for you and all your team.", "The beautiful upholstery is commented upon frequently by visitors to the church".

 

 

St Swithun's Church, Leadenham:

(article 'Pew, what a scorcher!'  in The Sun on 14th March 2022) "It's a God-send. Some of the congregation don't want to stand for hymns now".

 

 

St. Edmund's church Stoulton, Sandra Marchant, churchwarden :

"A BIG thank you" postcard received by email. 

 

 

St Mary the Virgin Church, Ringmer, Anne Franklin, churchwarden:

‘Brilliant’ and  ‘we are thrilled with the heated seats!’ 

 

 

St Ladoca’s Church, Ladock, David James, Treasurer:

‘The system has been a great success and we have had several churches visiting us to ask about it’

 

 

St Mary the Virgin Church, Chipping Norton, Bernard West, PCC Member & Director of Music:

‘the seats are really well appreciated and make a big difference.’

 

 

St Walburge’s Church, Preston, Canon Cristofoli:

‘once again be assured that we are happy with the pews’

 

 

St James Church, Ludgershall, Julie Walker, churchwarden:

‘The winter using the pew heating was successful’

 

 

St Catherine’s Church, Batheaston, Christopher Routh 

‘our architect visited the other day and was most impressed with how quickly they heated up and how much heat they gave out.’

 

 

St John & St Petroc, Devoran, Adrian Walker, churchwarden:

‘The pew heating in Devoran has been much appreciated, especially in the recent cold weather.’

 

 

St Mary’s Church, Salehurst, Anthony Pedder Davies, Treasurer:

‘We have enjoyed having your pew cushions’

 

 

St Michael’s Church, Cofton Hackett, Peter Talbot, churchwarden:

‘Heating is working well.’

 

St Mary Magdalene Church, Quatford, Anne Wenlock, churchwarden:

‘ I thought you may like some initial feedback on the pew-heating: this Sunday was a very cold morning so we had fewer in the congregation, however the feedback from those who did attend was very positive. One person even suggested we revised the service, to avoid having to stand up! ‘

 

 

Holy Trinity Church, Poynings, Nigs Digby, churchwarden:

‘Thank you so much for your meticulous attention to detail, we are thrilled with the seat warmers and hope to spread the word within Sussex. The church architect took a look and agreed!’ 

 

 

 The first church with our installation in England - All Saints’ church, Cranham, London that opted for our heated seats had it installed in only half of the church. After trying it through a winter they decided to extend the system to the whole church. This option is available to those churches that wish to try the heated seat method out before deciding whether to install it throughout the building.