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by OnlyPiano.com
Do I Need a Piano Cover?
If you own or rent a piano, there are
several essential piano accessories that
will prove invaluable over time,
including the piano cover. Piano covers
are a wise investment for anyone with a
piano for several reasons. Keep reading
to find out why you should own a piano
cover and what you should look for when
shopping for one.
Piano covers serve a number of important
purposes:
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A
piano cover will maintain a more
controlled environment for the
instrument during seasonal weather and
humidity changes (which in turn keeps
your piano in tune longer).
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A
piano cover prevents children, pets, or
guests from mishandling the piano.
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A
piano cover eliminates dirt and dust
from the interior of the instrument.
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A
piano cover proves that you take pride
in maintaining your piano.
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A
piano cover prevents cosmetic damage,
such as surface chips or scratches.
Piano covers come in a wide range of
colors and materials, but ultimately you
want to find one that will stabilize
humidity. The ideal piano cover will be
lightweight and allow for the
circulation of air. Permeable piano
covers help the sound board remain in
better shape, but also prevent dust
particles from affecting the action.
However, piano covers should not be left
on instruments indefinitely. You should
remove yours periodically to air out the
woodwork and the strings. Also, if the
piano has just been used or if the room
is very warm and humid, avoid replacing
the piano cover immediately.
How to Measure for and Order a Piano
Cover
What kind of piano cover you buy depends
on the type of piano you own. You'll
need to be sure you order a piano cover
that relates to the piano's size and
style. To obtain the proper
measurements, you'll need to measure
from the keyboard to the back of the
tail. You'll also need to note whether
your piano has a square or round tail to
ensure you order the correct piano
cover.
Once you find the proper size, you have
a little flexibility in what colors and
materials you choose. Nylon and quilted
soft piano covers are the most popular,
and they usually come in a choice of
black or brown. However, some companies
offer more stylish, designer piano
covers, but be advised that these will
be more expensive.
Whether you own an upright, a grand
piano, a digital piano, an organ, or
even a harpsichord, there are
manufacturers who specialize in piano
accessories and piano covers built
specifically for these instruments. In
fact, some companies hand craft each and
every piano cover according to a custom
template. This option might be slightly
more costly, but you'll be guaranteed
that the piano cover fits like a glove.
How Much Do Piano Covers Cost?
It truly depends on whether your piano
cover is custom made, as well as where
you are ordering from. However, if you
are able to purchase a standard piano
cover, the prices can range anywhere
from $50 to $250.
Regardless of which piano cover you
choose or how much you spend, a
protective cover is one of the most
important piano accessories you can
invest in. You'll find that this is an
essential aspect of routine maintenance,
and chances are your piano will stay in
tune longer and need fewer repairs over
its lifetime if you use your piano cover
wisely.
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