I’m an RPT and I’m horrified by how many bad “how to clean your piano” videos are out there. Thank you for doing it really well with appropriate tools! You are a credit to our profession.
Doesn’t the silicone in that Meguiars detailing spray present a danger? I just read about a piano that couldn’t be buffed out because silicone buildup from cleaning products had been absorbed.
I use this product based on a recommendation from a finish repair expert who is regularly buffing out pianos, so I would assume not. However, he does say that this spray shouldn't be used too often. Most often regular dusting and wiping with a moist cloth is sufficient.
Thanks, this is the best video I’ve seen thus far on the subject. Can you please upgrade the security certificate on your website? I can’t buy your cleaning kit, because my cell phone web browsers are blocking me from your site saying it is not secure. Thx
Thanks for the heads up on the website. I apologize, but we are currently out of stock on the cleaning tools. We are producing more. Stay tuned for availability.
what do you think about the idea of a boy with the nickname "piano doctor" who is very popular on YT. He cleans the soundboard and everything with wet wipes. After all, they may contain additives, for example glycerin or alcohols, they will stain or damage the piano.
I saw that video! My fist reaction is that baby wipes hold a lot of moisture, much more than what I typically use. Most of the time I am "dusting" pianos, cleaning off light dust on a well-finished soundboard. I think a slightly damp rag might be a better choice, and I wouldn't use the baby wipes on the case finish. Maybe there are some baby wipes with just water added, but it's still more moisture than I am comfortable with.
You could scrub the strings with an abrasive pad like scotch Brite, but that will affect the the tuning, and you won't be able to make get all the rust.
@MonogramQueen I sell the tools normally at a cost of $55 plus shipping and applicable sales tax. I am currently out of stock of the tools that I make. You could check in with me (saltlakepianoservice@gmail.com) in December if I have more in stock, or I could order a similar set of tools from an industry supplier, pianoteksupply.com that would include three wire and sweep tools (long, medium and short) and a piece of soundboard steel (the flexible flat steel piece) and ship it to you. The price would be $95 and would include shipping. You could also try etsy or ebay for similar tools. I can't vouch for the quality of tools from other sources. Thanks for the inquiry! Let me know if I can help you further.
Thanks for the tutorial. However, my Grand piano has dust that goes far deeper than that (down through the hammers/impossible to reach). Would these need a special technician to remove the metal frame etc? Thanks ☺️
Most likely, yes. You can check my video on cleaning keys and that shows how to get an action out of a Steinway, which may help. Some dirt gets stuck on the metal plate in such a way that it is impossible to clean it and have it look like new without removing all the strings and refinishing it.
I don't usually clean thoroughly under the plate unless I'm restringing the piano and have the plate removed. I will use a brush down through the cooling holes to get anything that might be visible. If you wanted, you can use the kit tools and a rag to dust under that area also, but I don't usually unless there is an object causing a buzz.
This video was meant to instruct a piano owner how to keep up on cleaning the top of W grand piano. I would not usually recommend a piano owner remove their action since it is easy to break something doing so without practice. If the piano has a lot of debris on the soundboard that might get knocked into the action cavity, then, yes, it is convenient to remove the action first. This method above, however, doesn't knock debris into the action cavity if you're careful.
@jay kay I definitely agree! When the soundboard is really dusty it's good to go with a dry rag first, then when most of the debris is gone use S solution, otherwise it just makes a wet mess.
I agree with Abigail, but I find that most of the time, even if the string gets rubbed it doesn't usually knock it out of tune, but I have the luxury of retuning it if it does.
@jacob Addison It isn't water, it's a detailing product. While pouring water on your keys would be a bad idea, a little moisture sprayed won't hurt anything. I have been hired by insurance companies in the past to repair water damaged pianos and it takes a lot of moisture to do any permanent damage, so don't worry too much about it. The worst that can happen from water on the keys is the keys swell up and become too tight to operate smoothly, which can easily be fixed. That being said, I always spray onto my rag first.
@@saltlakepianoservice You guys dont have to reply to every comment. I learned so much from watching this video as I recently aquired a Steinway Model M thats needs to be refurbished. Thank you! your expereinced showed in the video.
We now have more cleaning toolkits in stock! Visit: www.amazon.com/dp/B0BZTKK4ZK?th=1 to purchase. Thanks for watching!
What an absolutely fantastic video. Outstanding demo
I’m an RPT and I’m horrified by how many bad “how to clean your piano” videos are out there. Thank you for doing it really well with appropriate tools! You are a credit to our profession.
Great video! I bought their cleaning tools and highly recommend them. High quality tools and great service.
Been a piano tuner/technician for 30 years, I like to pull the action first, find it keeps the dirt from getting into it.
I purchased your tool kit and can’t wait to use it!
Very grood video I learned plenty.
Thank you… great video
That was a great video. Thanks.
Doesn’t the silicone in that Meguiars detailing spray present a danger? I just read about a piano that couldn’t be buffed out because silicone buildup from cleaning products had been absorbed.
I use this product based on a recommendation from a finish repair expert who is regularly buffing out pianos, so I would assume not. However, he does say that this spray shouldn't be used too often. Most often regular dusting and wiping with a moist cloth is sufficient.
Thank u for your tutorial!😊
Thanks, this is the best video I’ve seen thus far on the subject. Can you please upgrade the security certificate on your website? I can’t buy your cleaning kit, because my cell phone web browsers are blocking me from your site saying it is not secure. Thx
Thanks for the heads up on the website. I apologize, but we are currently out of stock on the cleaning tools. We are producing more. Stay tuned for availability.
what do you think about the idea of a boy with the nickname "piano doctor" who is very popular on YT. He cleans the soundboard and everything with wet wipes. After all, they may contain additives, for example glycerin or alcohols, they will stain or damage the piano.
I saw that video! My fist reaction is that baby wipes hold a lot of moisture, much more than what I typically use. Most of the time I am "dusting" pianos, cleaning off light dust on a well-finished soundboard. I think a slightly damp rag might be a better choice, and I wouldn't use the baby wipes on the case finish. Maybe there are some baby wipes with just water added, but it's still more moisture than I am comfortable with.
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I am also a tuner for 30 years in Poland and I also remove dust only with slightly damp cloths.
Great video and thanks for sharing ❤. I see a little rust on my piano strings can you tell me how I can clean the rusty strings. Thanks so much 💐.
You could scrub the strings with an abrasive pad like scotch Brite, but that will affect the the tuning, and you won't be able to make get all the rust.
Where do I get that tool on a wire to clean the dust under my strings? I need that!
@MonogramQueen I sell the tools normally at a cost of $55 plus shipping and applicable sales tax. I am currently out of stock of the tools that I make. You could check in with me (saltlakepianoservice@gmail.com) in December if I have more in stock, or I could order a similar set of tools from an industry supplier, pianoteksupply.com that would include three wire and sweep tools (long, medium and short) and a piece of soundboard steel (the flexible flat steel piece) and ship it to you. The price would be $95 and would include shipping. You could also try etsy or ebay for similar tools. I can't vouch for the quality of tools from other sources. Thanks for the inquiry! Let me know if I can help you further.
We now have more cleaning toolkits in stock. Visit saltlakepianoservice.com/products.html to order!
Thanks for the tutorial. However, my Grand piano has dust that goes far deeper than that (down through the hammers/impossible to reach). Would these need a special technician to remove the metal frame etc? Thanks ☺️
Most likely, yes. You can check my video on cleaning keys and that shows how to get an action out of a Steinway, which may help. Some dirt gets stuck on the metal plate in such a way that it is impossible to clean it and have it look like new without removing all the strings and refinishing it.
@@saltlakepianoservice thanks for the reply and help. Much appreciated ! I’ll get a technician in I think, now.
How do you deal with cleaning under the sound board through the holes ?
I don't usually clean thoroughly under the plate unless I'm restringing the piano and have the plate removed. I will use a brush down through the cooling holes to get anything that might be visible. If you wanted, you can use the kit tools and a rag to dust under that area also, but I don't usually unless there is an object causing a buzz.
Great work! What would you recommend to clean black mold off a piano plate? I’ve read hydrogen peroxide promotes rusting. Is borax a better option?
I don't have an answer for that one since I haven't run into it yet. If I hear of something I'll let you know.
On another video people were freaking out with cleaning without removing the action first. What do you think?
This video was meant to instruct a piano owner how to keep up on cleaning the top of W grand piano. I would not usually recommend a piano owner remove their action since it is easy to break something doing so without practice. If the piano has a lot of debris on the soundboard that might get knocked into the action cavity, then, yes, it is convenient to remove the action first. This method above, however, doesn't knock debris into the action cavity if you're careful.
I would’ve vacuumed then dusted first without the detailer solution, then used the detailer solution afterwords to get the rest.
@jay kay I definitely agree! When the soundboard is really dusty it's good to go with a dry rag first, then when most of the debris is gone use S solution, otherwise it just makes a wet mess.
If you clean the piano strings You can cause them to go out of tune or no?
There is a chance of making it go out of tune. Best to have it cleaned close to your next tuning appointment.
I agree with Abigail, but I find that most of the time, even if the string gets rubbed it doesn't usually knock it out of tune, but I have the luxury of retuning it if it does.
You sprayed water near the keys.... omg I almost panicked.
@jacob Addison It isn't water, it's a detailing product. While pouring water on your keys would be a bad idea, a little moisture sprayed won't hurt anything. I have been hired by insurance companies in the past to repair water damaged pianos and it takes a lot of moisture to do any permanent damage, so don't worry too much about it. The worst that can happen from water on the keys is the keys swell up and become too tight to operate smoothly, which can easily be fixed. That being said, I always spray onto my rag first.
@@saltlakepianoservice You guys dont have to reply to every comment. I learned so much from watching this video as I recently aquired a Steinway Model M thats needs to be refurbished. Thank you! your expereinced showed in the video.
What's the piece you're playing starting at about the 7:50 mark?
Chopin ballade no.4
just continuation of chopin 4th ballade. Intro of main theme after opening