Articles on piano repair and restoration
The action of a piano is a complex mechanism developed over hundreds of years and brought to near perfection in the very early part of the twentieth century. At that time, pianos were extremely popular and hundreds of thousands were manufactured, especially in Europe and North America.
Adjusting and repairing the action (mechanism) requires some knowledge and skill. The advice is generally, “leave it to the experts” .This is sound advice, and should be followed, UNLESS you are an intrepid, bold person, not easily deflected, and having much patience and determination. After all, one has to start somewhere.
If you are this person, my piano articles are for you.
Key Easing - advice on sticking or sluggish piano keys