About Sample Studios Art & Antiques in Apache Junction, AZRefurbish, repurpose, repair.
Three words on the storefront sign, and the whole idea behind the shop on Apache Trail.
The shop
An antique store with an artist behind it.
Sample Studios Art & Antiques is a walk-in store at 1735 W Apache Trail, Suite 6, in Apache Junction, Arizona.
The shop calls itself a destination for collectors.
Its inventory keeps changing: fine art, antiques, vintage finds.
You will also find furniture, collectibles and mid-century modern pieces.
The shop’s Instagram mentions Southwestern and Native American jewelry, too.
The shop is run by Charles “Charlie” Sample.
A YouTube feature introduces Charles Sample as an Apache Junction artist.
That explains the art in the name, and the framed paintings that hang all through the store.
In June 2024, the City of Apache Junction featured the shop in its Welcome Wednesday video series.
Google review
“I almost hate to post this because I want to keep Sample Studios to myself. This place is completely amazing and the owner finishes and refurbishes beautiful pieces of furniture and then sells it at amazingly reasonable prices. …”
On the sign
Three words, real pieces.
Every word on the storefront sign has a piece behind it, photographed by the shop.
Refurbish
Tired furniture refinished and painted, then put back out on the floor.
Furniture refurbishing
Repurpose
An old piece with a new job, like an oak bed that became a bench.
Repurposed furniture
Repair
Loose joints, broken drawers and missing parts, fixed so a piece is usable again.
Furniture repairBuy, sell and trade
The counter sign reads antiques, buy, sell, trade. Have something to part with?
Text photos to (480) 322-6548 and ask if the shop can buy or trade for it.
Delivery and layaway
Both are on offer.
Ask about delivery when you buy a piece that will not fit in your car, and ask at the counter about layaway.
Open every day
The store is open seven days a week, 9 AM to 6:30 PM, with parking right in front of the door.
Google reviews
What customers say.
- Rated 5 out of 5Google review
I almost hate to post this because I want to keep Sample Studios to myself. This place is completely amazing and the owner finishes and refurbishes beautiful pieces of furniture and then sells it at amazingly reasonable prices. There are so many things to see from art to furniture to door knobs to record albums and too much more to mention. If you see it and love it BUY it because if not it may not be there when you go back. I learned that one the hard way.
PATRIZIA HEARITIGE - Rated 5 out of 5Google review
My boyfriend and I just love coming here often to see what’s new. We have purchased 2 pieces of furniture that we absolutely love. The prices are reasonable. Stuff moves quickly. If you like it- buy it or it will be gone next time. 😃
Kim Scibelli - Rated 5 out of 5Google review
Great collection of old, unusual and whimsical pieces. Beautiful paintings and lamps, clocks, old toys and more! Definitely worth a stop to browse this clean store! You could find your next treasure! Parking in front of the store.
Diane Crawford - Rated 5 out of 5Google review
Charlie was able to cut a slice of glass for our reptile enclosure. 10/10 recommend.
Majestic - Rated 5 out of 5Google review
Super cool antique store and nice owner! Definitely recommend checking it out, we will be coming back!
Jovani Sanchez - Rated 5 out of 5Google review
This place is such a great antique stop!
Veronica Volk
Open every day · 9 AM–6:30 PM
If you love it, buy it.
Stock moves quickly. Call or text (480) 322-6548 to ask about a piece, or just come by.
1735 W Apache Trail, Suite 6, Apache Junction · next to My Place Self Storage