Professional Piano Cleaning in Oxford
Pianos are beautiful instruments, but they are also remarkably good at collecting dust. Over the years, fine particles settle on the strings, soundboard and action components, while the felt parts gradually absorb dirt and moisture from the air. It is not unusual to find pencils, coins, paperclips, hair grips and all manner of forgotten objects lodged inside an instrument that has not been professionally cleaned in some time.
I offer a thorough professional cleaning service for both the interior and exterior of upright and grand pianos across Oxford, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire.
A full cleaning service covers the interior and exterior of the piano. Inside, I carefully remove dust and debris from the soundboard, strings, tuning pins and action mechanism. The keys are cleaned individually, and the keyboard bed is cleared of any accumulated dirt. On the outside, the casework, lid, music desk and pedals are cleaned and polished to restore the instrument's appearance.If I notice any issues during the clean, such as moth damage to felt, corroded strings or signs of woodworm, I will let you know and recommend the appropriate next steps.What Does a Professional Piano Clean Include?
A build-up of dust and debris inside a piano is more than a cosmetic issue. Dirt on the strings can affect tonal quality, while dust and foreign objects within the action can cause keys to stick, hammers to misfire and dampers to malfunction. In older pianos especially, the felt and leather components become fragile over time, and well-intentioned cleaning by an untrained hand can cause accidental damage that is difficult and expensive to repair.Having your piano cleaned by a trained technician ensures that every part of the instrument is treated with the care it deserves. I use appropriate tools and techniques for each surface and material, taking particular care around delicate action components, ageing felt and fragile soundboard finishes.Why Have Your Piano Professionally Cleaned?
To book a professional clean for your piano, call me on 07386 417445 or get in touch via the contact form. I serve clients throughout Oxford, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and the surrounding areas.