Category Archives: The Piano Repair Shop

Cracked Soundboards

Posted on July 3, 2013 by rich agnew

Some piano owners have been dismayed to learn from their piano technician that their piano has a crack in the soundboard. While this may sound disconcerting, it does not automatically mean that the piano has to be rebuilt or replaced. … Continue reading →

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When Do I Need to Replace Hammers In My Upright Piano?

Posted on November 21, 2012 by rich agnew

Hammers in pianos are extremely durable. They do, however, deteriorate over time. At some point they may need replacing. When this is needed, it is good to select a technician who knows how to do this procedure well. First it … Continue reading →

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Grand Hammer Replacement

Posted on October 18, 2012 by rich agnew

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Soundboard Cleaning

Posted on October 18, 2012 by rich agnew

Soundboard Cleaning Revised

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Upkeep of your smaller piano

Posted on August 20, 2012 by rich agnew

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Why install new casters?

Posted on December 3, 2011 by rich agnew

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_Jo3v25WG4

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What is a grand piano regulation?

Posted on December 3, 2011 by rich agnew

Please see our video link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ycKjq6YnLoI

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Step 6: New Felting/Pedal Plating or Chroming/Final Coats of Piano Lacquer

Posted on November 13, 2011 by rich agnew
Key Rail Felting

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As the project nears completion, all the previous labor-intensive steps are producing fine results.  Lacquers come in a variety of sheens and in this project I used the highest sheen possible.  Piano lacquer has a rich amber tone to it … Continue reading →

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Step 5: Sanding Sealer and Decal Replacement

Posted on November 6, 2011 by rich agnew

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After the first few coats of sanding sealer is applied, the decal is replaced using a company that has copied most of the decal designs from the past and present.  The decal is accurately positioned and then rubbed on and … Continue reading →

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Step 4: Pore Filling/Staining

Posted on November 6, 2011 by rich agnew

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Pore filling helps to produce a less “open” finish creating an ultra-smooth finish.  This is a semi-liquid material that also stains the surface thus doing two things in one application.  Here, a walnut pore filling stain was used.

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