Where is piano serial number?
Usually four to eight digits, the serial number is most often located near the tuning pins, either printed directly on the plate or engraved in the wooden pinblock and showing through a cut-away portion of the plate.
How do I know what piano I have?
In most pianos, the brand name and serial number can be found inside the instrument near the soundboard or strings. Upright pianos usually have the brand name and serial number located inside the piano, on the back near the top of the strings.
Are ivory keys better?
Ivory keys are better to the touch, more responsive, and less likely to “stick” to one’s fingers because of perspiration that may accumulate while one is playing a particularly difficult piece. Ivory absorbs sweat, which provides for a better feel of the instrument in general.
What should I do with my ivory jewelry?
You may keep them, display them, will them to an heir, or gift them to a friend, but you can’t exchange them for currency or trade them for goods or services. You could donate them to a museum or non-profit, or surrender them to the government for destruction, but illegal ivory can’t be used as a tax-write off.
How do you disinfect ivory piano keys?
When cleaning your ivory piano keys, there is a mild solution of just warm water with a little bit of dish soap that will be sufficient and effective. Be sure that whatever cloth you decide to use, it is best if it is white in color so that no other colors bleed onto the white keys.
Can I use Clorox wipes on my piano keys?
Disinfecting Piano Keys Use diluted alcohol-based disinfectants, do not use bleach-based disinfectants or any product containing citrus.
Can you use antibacterial wipes on piano keys?
Disinfectant wipes will be fine to use on such keys, however, we strongly advise against the use of sprays and large amounts of water due to the advice given above. Using products containing alcohol on the tops of your keys is fine, however, with very very old pianos, it’s wise to stick to basic soap and water!