In a message dated 98-05-25 07:51:06 EDT, you write: << While we're on keytops maybe someone can answer a question. It bothers me when I replace an ivory that the darkness of the wood underneath shows through. Is there any way to whiten the top of the key, that will dry fast enough, so the ivory keytop looks the same as the others when glued on? Thanks in advance! Clyde Hollinger, RPT Lititz, PA >> Depends on the type of glue you are using. Most glues will not dry white, and leaves a greyish color that will show throught the ivory. Wafers or tacky glue like Aleens or Sobol mixed with powdered zinc dioxied will alleviate the problem. I also have heard of a clear transfer tape that is tacky on both sides that is made by 3M. I do not know where to get it, have not tried it yet, but maybe the list will help us both in this case. Dave Peake, RPT Portland, OR
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