Placing an acoustic piano into long-term storage is sometimes unavoidable during home renovations or extended overseas travel. However, simply locking the piano inside a unit and walking away is a recipe for disaster. Proper preparation is critical to ensure the instrument emerges from storage in playable condition.
Internal Cleaning and Inspection
Before the piano leaves your home, it should be thoroughly cleaned. Dust and debris left inside the action mechanism can attract pests like moths or mice, which are notorious for devouring the delicate felt hammers and dampers. A professional technician should vacuum the interior and treat it with a safe, non-corrosive pest deterrent.
The Critical Role of Climate Control
As previously covered in our learning center, you must exclusively use a true climate-controlled facility. However, even in a perfect environment, the piano must be wrapped correctly. Do not use plastic wrap! Plastic traps condensation and will quickly rust the tuning pins and steel strings. Instead, the piano must be wrapped in breathable, heavy-duty quilted moving blankets that protect the finish while allowing the wood to breathe.
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