Dear Barb: When nothing is sure, Dampp-Chasers are possible. I've always enjoyed your comment so I thought I would turn it on you. Every area and every technician has had either some experience or no expericence with Dampp-Chaser humidity control systems. No experience? Give it a try (with some advice), it works! A bad experience is either from a lack of knowledge, poor installation or both. Currently, the best solution for sealing in the good air and keeping out the bad is a 100% wool string cover (Edwards String Covers, CA) in combination with a Dampp-Chaser system. DC is working on an underside cover to help keep the good air in and the bad air out. I highly recommend a mylar shield for vertical pianos in combination with a Dampp-Chaser system. The mylar shield covers the back of the piano, keeps the bad air off the soundboard, keeps the good air in and has NO effect on the sound. I am always happy to answer questions. Best Regards and Happy Holidays, Steve Cunningham, RPT pianoco@aol.com Piano Climate Control Supply Dampp-Chaser Distributor Protec Lubricants 1-800-443-7509
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