December Business Spotlight: Schanz Furniture & Refinishing
December 2, 2025
Nestled just a half mile east of South Amana on U.S. Highway 6, Schanz Furniture & Refinishing is a true family legacy and a place where craftsmanship, tradition and community all come together. For nearly 60 years, the Schanz family has been building, restoring and preserving quality furniture that’s made to last.
CARRYING FORWARD A FAMILY TRADITION
Schanz Furniture & Refinishing opened its doors in 1965, founded by Norman and Joanna Schanz. Today, their son Mike and his wife Michelle continue the family tradition with the same dedication to quality and customer care. Specializing in custom-built furniture, the Schanz team works closely with clients to design pieces that fit their exact vision – dining sets, bedroom furniture or truly one-of-a-kind heirlooms. Every detail is crafted with care so customers can feel confident they’re getting exactly what they envisioned. The team is also well-known for furniture repair and refinishing. They restore well-loved family pieces and breathe new life into vintage finds, approaching every project with equal skill and pride.
HANDMADE ITEMS AND LOCAL CRAFTSMANSHIP
Visitors to Schanz Furniture will also find two year-round showrooms filled with locally crafted items. Handmade gifts, brooms, baskets and a selection of unique pieces highlight the creativity of local artisans. Whether you’re shopping for a meaningful gift or simply want to explore high-quality handcrafted goods, Schanz offers a warm and welcoming experience. Guests are invited to stop in, look around and see firsthand the quality and attention to detail that sets their work apart.
STAYING CONNTECTED WITH SOUTH SLOPE
As their business has grown and customer needs have evolved, Schanz Furniture & Refinishing has increasingly relied on fast, dependable technology to keep things running smoothly.
“For several years now, Schanz Furniture has increasingly relied on the internet. We use South Slope’s managed Wi-Fi service and have recently upgraded our internet speed. This allows us to rest assured that our service is fast, reliable, and secure,” Mike Schanz said.
Reliable connectivity helps the Schanz team communicate with customers, manage orders, and share their craftsmanship with a wider audience, something South Slope is proud to support.
CELEBRATE THE SEASON WITH 15% OFF
To celebrate being featured in this month’s spotlight, Schanz Furniture & Refinishing is offering 15% off your choice of one of their handmade wooden trees. Simply mention this South Slope blog post to redeem the discount. This offer is available through December 31, 2025.
YOUR DESTINATION FOR HANDCRAFTED FURNITURE
Whether you’re searching for handcrafted furniture, a special gift, or a trusted team to restore a family treasure, Schanz Furniture & Refinishing is a local business built on quality, tradition and heart.
Location: 2773 Hwy 6 Trail, South Amana, IA 52334
Phone: (319) 622-3529
Facebook: Schanz Furniture and Refinishing
Instagram: @schanzfurniture