How does humidity affect my piano?
Pianos should be maintained at 40% to 45% humidity for
greater tuning stability and to minimize shrinking and swelling of the
soundboard.
How should I care for my piano's wood finish?
To maintain the piano's
finish, you may wipe the case with a damp cotton cloth to remove
fingerprints, or polish with a reliable emulsion-type, water-based
solution following the manufacturer's instructions. Avoid aerosol spray
polishes that contain silicone.
I don't play my piano very often...
Play your
piano regularly. You'll get the most enjoyment from it and also reach
your potential much faster. A disadvantage to idle pianos, assuming they
also suffer a service lapse, is that a detrimental condition or
environment can't be identified, and an escalating problem can result in
damage that might not have occurred with regular service.
Tuning a piano
after years of not having been tuned often requires a pitch raise. As a
piano ages, it may begin to develop more major problems which your
technician can help you assess. You may look into rebuilding or
reconditioning the piano.
How do I find a qualified person to service my piano?
Select a piano technician
with care. It's not only important that the service person be competent
to perform tuning, regulation and repairs, but also that the person be
someone you feel comfortable calling with questions concerning your
piano's performance.
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