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What is the harp board made of?

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If you are talking about the soundboard, it should be made out of spruce.

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What does it mean to restore a piano?

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You take it to a shop to repair any broke parts or you do it yourself. Maybe restring old strings. Or to tune it. Also maybe for some body work on the piano. Just trying to fix it up to the newest condition possible.

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When I press down the pedals on my piano with my feet they don't work anymore. Can someone help?

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Try pushing down harder as they could just be jammed. If that doesn't work try going to the nearest music shop to see if they have a piano repair man that can come to your house to fix them.

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The outside of the piano is coming apart. Can I glue it back together? What kind of glue do I use?

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If the outside of your piano is falling apart, it is probably best taking it to a musical repair shop or specialist.

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Is there any paint that l can buy to re-coat my stained piano keys? They are not plastic, and l have tried vinegar, milk, everything. The stains are dark and look like they have been their for a long time.

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Try bleach solution. Start with 10 percent on a test piece, and increase to get the result you want. Be gentle, though.

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Termites had eaten up the bottom part of upright vintage piano body, the internal harp or key board upper parts are all fine. Will it be possible to dismantle replace body side panels and base?

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It is possible, but you will have to make sure you have something to hold up the piano while dismantling the bottom and side panels. Try doing one side at a time, to make it easier.

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I am restoring a 1900 Hamilton upright piano right now. This will be my first piano restoration. Do I have to take the strings off to do a total restoration?

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A broken or corroded piano string needs to be replaced. A dull or thin piano string should also be replaced. As piano strings run out of life, they should be kept in a good condition, as long as it keeps the piano in an appropriate environment. It is often necessary to replace the strings on piano every 30 years or so.

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