Veneer Question

[Jon Page]

Using the adjacent keys as a splint while gluing helps to align the key.
Don't forget the waxed paper between the keys.

Lacking veneer, fiberglass cloth and resin will reinforce the key.

Regards,

Jon Page

At 01:53 PM 8/27/2002 -0700, you wrote:
>Whatever you use make sure you do the repair at the piano so that you can be
>sure that you've got the key straight.  It's rather awkward to suddenly find
>that the key is off level by 1/8" or more.  Don't ask.
>
>David Love
>
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: "Donald J Palmire" <euphoniac@juno.com>
>To: <pianotech@ptg.org>
>Sent: August 27, 2002 12:48 PM
>Subject: Veneer Question
>
>
>What is the best thickness of veneer to use when repairing broken keys?
>I know that Reblitz recommends using it when performing this type of
>repair.  My next question is where can I find reasonable amounts of
>veneer?
>
>Thanks,
>
>Don Palmire