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May
May
Figuring out what to do with an old piano in the GTA? Use this guide to decide between selling, donating, or disposal – no guesswork.
22
Apr
Apr
Moving a piano takes more than muscle. Learn how to move an upright or grand piano safely, what equipment you need, how to handle stairs, and why post-move tuning timing matters.
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Piano Moving Preparation Checklist: What GTA Homeowners Should Do Before the Movers Arrive
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Apr
Apr
Moving a piano in the GTA is not a DIY job, but there is a lot you can do before the moving crew arrives that saves time, money, and damage. Here is the room-by-room checklist from a 30 year piano mover in Toronto.
08
Apr
Apr
GTA winter humidity drops below 20% and that is what cracks soundboards, loosens tuning pins, and warps action parts. Here is how to keep your piano at 42% relative humidity year round in Toronto homes.
07
Apr
Apr
Bringing an acoustic piano into your home is an exciting investment, but deciding exactly where it should live involves much more than just interior design. Because an acoustic piano is primarily crafted from thousands of pieces of living wood, it reacts violently to environmental changes. Before you worry about tuning, the most critical decision you […]
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Mar
Mar
Are you noticing a slight wobble in your chords or wondering if your instrument sounds a bit dull? You are definitely not alone. The most common question we get from GTA homeowners is simply: How often should I tune my piano? If you are looking for the short answer: the industry standard for established acoustic […]
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Feb
Feb
Quick Answer: If you are wondering how to maintain your acoustic piano perfectly, the process requires a rigorous mix of environmental control, regular professional servicing, and gentle daily cleaning. You must keep the room’s relative humidity strictly between 40% and 50%, place the instrument on an interior wall away from HVAC vents, and schedule professional […]
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Feb
Feb
The Age-Old Musical Conundrum for Your Living Room You have finally decided to bring music into your home. You clear a spot in the living room, picture yourself or your child mastering Chopin or playing along to your favorite pop ballads, and immediately hit a wall. Do you buy a traditional wooden instrument, or do […]
20
Feb
Feb
The Reality of the “Big Two” Showdown   You’re standing in a piano showroom. To your left sits a Yamaha. To your right, a Kawai. You’ve just stumbled into the acoustic piano equivalent of the heavyweight championship. If you are shopping for a professional-grade upright piano, you are inevitably going to compare the two most […]
02
Jun
Jun
Whether you have mastered the art of playing the piano or you are a beginner, there is one thing that nobody can deny – pianos are more than just instruments. They have been around for centuries and, over the years, very little about them has changed. This is largely thanks to the fact that their […]
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