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CABINET REPAIRS AND REFINISHING |
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Preparing an Old Cabinet for Polyester
For the last 16 years, we have been enhancing old instruments
with a polyester lacquer finish.
Polyester filler and lacquer require a very good base. Degreasing
and isolating the sanded surface cannot always guarantee good
adhesion. Another problem is the existence of loose joints
in old cabinets which can cause the hard but brittle lacquer
to crack. Over the years we have tried various methods of
preparing cabinets for finishing, and were able to monitor
the results. A later drying out, cracking or flaking of the
lacquer was often caused by a superficial cabinet repair.
Consequently extensive carpentry is carried out - whereby
wood filler is seldom used. The repair includes straightening
and adjusting all cabinet parts for an exact fit. Repairing
the lyre and leg connecting boards ensure stability; the frame
joints are re-glued and strengthened and the underside painted.
Damaged castors, pedals and fittings are repaired or replaced.
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Trial assembly of a grand repair, prepared for polyester
lacquer. |
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Wood joints in old constructions are strengthened
and veneered to reduce the risk of cracks in polyester
lacquer. |
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Wrest plank tension can cause cracks at the edges. Reinforcement
can prevent this.
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Warping on lids first comes to notice after machine
sanding. Il necessary a new lid is constructed.
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Rebuilding a player-piano cabinet in modern or period
style. |
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Altered grand cabinet form. |
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Applying polish. |
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Repairing loose or bent castors, worn pedal caps and
other fittings.
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These and other parts which are difficult to obtain,
are made in our workshops.
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Fitting a new back-frame assembly to a restored upright
cabinet. |
We also restore historical grand pianos. |
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also carry out new constructions using components supplied
by our customers. |
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