Against The Grain Studio

Against The Grain Studio is a furniture refinishing business in Charleston, SC. The studio specializes in custom furniture painting, traditional refinishing, and restoration services for antique and vintage pieces. Owner Sara Lovell provides an artistic approach to updating furniture, offering both painted and restored options to help clients transform heirloom pieces. The business provides pickup and delivery services for smaller items on James and Johns Island.

Sara Lovell, a Charleston native, began working with furniture in 2015. While she was mentored by local master carpenters and woodworkers, she is largely self-taught through research and hands-on experience. The studio focuses on a collaborative design process, working with clients to create one-of-a-kind pieces through a commission request system. The studio aims to provide high-quality, durable work that can last for generations.

Located on Stefan Dr, the studio is about half a mile from Riverland Drive and Maybank Highway. It is situated near the Charleston County Sheriff West District Service Center and Substation, the James Island Magistrate Office, and Lake Hollis, a short drive from the Charleston Municipal Golf Course.

The studio is recognized for its professional, artistic, and creative approach to furniture transformation. Clients value the attention to detail and the expert eye for craftsmanship used to bring life back into old or dark furniture. This dedication to perfection and high-quality service makes the studio a standout choice for custom furniture projects in Charleston.

Services:

• Custom Furniture Refinishing
• Painted Furniture Services
• Traditional Refinishing/Restoration