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8 Useful Tips On Piano Moving

A piano is one of the most beautiful instruments ever created but moving a piano is quite a task. It can never be underestimated. With an average weight of about 800 pounds, these instruments require special attention and expertise when adding or removing them from a location. Unless you want to be flattened by a falling piano like something out of Tom and Jerry cartoon, you might want to use these useful tips on piano moving.

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1. Pianos are sensitive to climate/temperature changes such as humidity and movement as well.
If you have one stored in a damp garage against a cold wall, I suggest you move it quickly into a warmer dwelling.

Why even bumping a sensitive piano can put it out of sorts, so to speak. Plus, a cracked or damaged part of the wood can affect the overall sound tone as well.

You might want to consider a professional licensed piano mover who has all the right equipment with crates, ramps, blanket coverings, and pads ramps to prevent shock damage if bumped a bit during the move. No slipping and sliding and no runaway pianos allowed!

2. Measuring

When it comes to moving a piano of any size, the important thing to do is measure the instrument as well as the surroundings through which it is going to be moved. After all, you don't want to have your new piano stuck on a flight of stairs.

Properly count the stairs. If climbing down, count the stairs by standing at the top and by counting how many times you will have to put your leg down (including the last step which is ground and usually not taken as a step). When counting upstairs, stand below and count how many times you will have to lift your foot until you stand on top of the landing.

- Check the length, width and height of the piano.
- Compare the measurements with any doorways, paths, stairways and rooms to see if it will fit.
- Ensure that the piano will fit comfortably in the truck that you are using to move it .

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3. Equipment

You might want to consider a professional licensed piano mover who has all the right equipment with crates, ramps, blanket coverings, and pads ramps to prevent shock damage. Check that all your equipment is capable to handle any situation that might pop up during the move. It is essential for the safety of the piano, and more importantly for the safety of the people moving it. Here are some of the things you will need.
- Heavy duty straps(nylon preferably).- Furniture dolly.- Padding and plastic sheets to protect the piano.- Gloves.- First aid kit (in case).

4. Protection

Most pianos have a sturdy lid that covers the keys. Before moving the instrument, shut the lid and lock it in place. If there is no locking mechanism, ensure that the lid is shut so that the keys are not damaged during the moving process. Protecting the piano is important because even the slightest bump can cause damage to the instrument. Wrap the piano with padding or blankets(especially the corners, and then secure the padding with plastic and duct tape. Do not let the tape touch the wood surface.


5. If you're moving the piano outside and transporting it on a vehicle, cover it in plastic to protect it during the move
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-Make sure the lid is closed and securely locked and any items on top of the piano are removed.
-Ensure the piano is accessible from all sides so it has the maximum amount of support.
-Roll it where you can and lift gently over more difficult surfaces such as carpet.

5. Moving

This is the most important part of the transportation process. You should be very careful about how you plan to move the piano. After all it is an expensive instrument and one that will cost a fortune to repair. Most pianos have legs that keep the instrument upright, but these legs are the weakest area of the piano. Before moving it, try and remove the legs(if they are detachable) so that they don't break. This will even make it easier to move.

-Lift the piano and have someone place the dolly underneath it.
-Fasten the piano to the dolly using the nylon straps.
- use piano skids to stop it from slipping, This works well in slippery surfaces.
- Keep the piano upright at all times to maintain the proper functioning of the inner mechanics.
-While moving the piano, all the people's have to work as a team. Also, the moving equipment should be used properly. There should be just the proper balance in carrying the piano. It should not be allowed to wobble much from left-to-right and from front-to-back when carrying it up or down the steps.

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7. Make sure the piano's path is clear so that there are no obstructions.

-Move carefully and slowly; moving a piano slowly is the best way to ensure that neither it nor any surrounding people or items become collateral damage.

- You can buy special dollies intended for the sole purpose of moving pianos. This does NOT mean that moving the piano will be easier; it just means that it might make transportation SLIGHTLY easier.

8. Loading and offloading

After you have successfully got the piano out of the room and near the moving truck , you will need atleast three people to get it on successfully.

- Have one person on the truck to guide and pull the piano up the ramp.
- Two or more people should be behind to piano for pushing it up.
- Using the dolly makes it easier to move the piano into the truck.
- Once the instrument is in the truck, remove the dolly and secure the piano properly with straps.

Here's what to do when getting the piano off the truck.


- Make sure all the straps are removed.
- Lift the piano and place the dolly underneath it.
- Have 3 helpers at the heavy end when rolling the piano down and 1 or 2 helpers to keep it steady.

After your new piano is esconced in your new home, it's a good idea to hire a piano tuner to come and tune your instrument. A change in environment will often result in the piano going out of tune, and the tuner will be able to adjust your piano so that you get the best performance from it.
 
 
 

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