In a message dated 96-08-01 11:32:18 EDT, you write: << Does anyone have any opinions or suggestions about how to fabricate this molding and more specifically, how to steam and bend the wood to conform to the outline of the soundboard? If any of you out there would care to share any comments you might have about this, I would appreciate it very much and will pass it on to my colleague. Many thanks. Tom Seay, RPT >> Tom, Is quarter round or an ornate molding? Anyhow, one trick is to kerf the side(s) of the molding that do not show. The degree of bend determines the size of the kerf. Next, fabricate a steam application device- example: tea pot with tubing duct taped to the spout. Soak the molding well, apply heat and/or steam as needed, then start bending. Mask off areas of the soundboard and rim that you do not want to steam. It is best to do this before refinishing board or rim just in case. Good luck, Dale Probst Registered Piano Technician Ward & Probst, Inc. Piano & Organ Service Wichita Falls, TX
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