No piano lasts forever. Whether the parts degrade under the unstoppable march of time, or they simply experience the wear and tear of regular use, they will always require maintenance and repairs. If a piano is neglected for too long, playing it again might even require a rebuild, which is more labor-intensive and time-consuming. Different… Read more »
Pianos are delicate instruments, and the older your piano is, the gentler you need to be with it. This is especially important while performing repairs or tuning, because the last thing you want to do is make a problem worse when your piano keys are already sticking or the interior is already making strange sounds…. Read more »
Sit down at a piano and press a key. The result seems simple: you hear a note. What you do not see is the carefully timed movement taking place inside the instrument. A piano contains more than 12,000 parts, all working together to give the player the sound, feel, and control they expect. That complexity… Read more »
Pianos are built to last, but they are not immune to the effects of time. After decades of playing, moving, tuning, and exposure to changing indoor conditions, an instrument can begin to show its age. When that happens, owners often face an important question: should the piano be repaired, rebuilt, restored, or replaced? There is… Read more »
Your piano needs professional attention from time to time, but there is plenty you can do at home to help keep it in good condition between appointments. Pianos are complex instruments with thousands of individual parts, many of which can be affected by dust, moisture, temperature changes, and everyday use. At Piano Tom, we provide… Read more »
Pianos are built to last for generations, but even the highest-quality instruments need professional care over time. As your piano ages, you may hear terms like repair, rebuilding, and restoration. While these services all improve the condition of a piano, they each serve a different purpose. Knowing the difference can help you choose the right… Read more »
Seattle is known for its mild temperatures and rainy weather, but those same conditions can have a significant impact on your piano. Because a piano is made from wood, metal, and felt, it constantly reacts to changes in its environment. Even gradual shifts in humidity and temperature can affect the way it sounds and plays…. Read more »
Your piano is built to provide years of beautiful music, but like any instrument with thousands of moving parts, it requires occasional maintenance and repair. While regular tuning keeps your piano sounding its best, certain problems cannot be fixed with tuning alone. Recognizing the early warning signs can help prevent more serious damage and keep… Read more »
Owning a piano is about more than having a beautiful piece in your home. It is a living instrument that responds to its surroundings every day. One of the most common mistakes piano owners make is waiting too long between tunings. Even if your piano still sounds “okay,” small changes are happening inside that can… Read more »
