Thursday 31 October 2013

Choosing Orange County Piano Restoration Companies

By Allyson Burke


A piano can be more than just an instrument. It can often be the center of a living room and can be quite attractive in and of itself. However over time they can fall into disrepair and need to be restored to its former glory. Therefore it is worth choosing an Orange County piano restoration company to get it properly repaired.

It can be easy to forget but there was a time when the piano was the main source of entertainment. The peak of its success was said to be just over a century ago as many homes had one and many bars and music halls used them as a way of entertaining customers. Even as cinema came along it was still important as the instrument provided a soundtrack to the films of the silent era.

Many people want to keep hold of their older instruments. For their owners there is often a source of pride that the people playing this instrument that a number of generations also played pieces on it. Sadly inevitably this means that the inner workings of the instrument can wear out.

There are two main aspects to consider. The first is the exterior. Over time wood can warp and rot. This can be due to the age of the instrument but equally it can be affected by the level of the moisture of the room it is stored in. Some professionals will always make sure they have a humidifier with them in order to keep their instrument at just the right level of humidity.

Some people may go to a music store in order to see if they offer restoration services. The problem is that even if they do offer the services they are more likely to recommend that you replace the instrument. There is some debate on the value of antique instruments and some may have the opinion that it is not worth restoring them.

Where it becomes complicated is when you have an instrument made before the Second World War. These older items are not only more delicate but there is also the difficult issue of finding the appropriate parts for an older instrument. However if you source carefully it is possible to get the item looking more presentable and improve the sound quality in the process. An experienced professional is more likely to know where to find older parts and this is another reason to contact them rather than try to do this yourself.

One way to find someone to help restore your instrument is to ask your friends and family for recommendations. They may well know someone who has fixed their piano in the past. An expert ought to be able to look at your instrument and tell you whether it is possible to restore it. This is both in terms of fixing the exterior and making it look cleaner and more presentable as well as improving the sound quality of the instrument. They should also be willing to discuss their experience and how qualified they are. This can then make it easier when you are comparing services in your local area.

It is better to look online for professional Orange County piano restoration contractors. They will be the ones who will look at your instrument and see if they can restore it to a playable quality. It is worth talking to a number of them to gauge their level of experience and how much their work costs. Use your regular search engine to see what services are available in your local area, compare quotes and get feedback from people who have used their services.




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