DC back cover substitute

[Farrell]

How does a "back side installation" differ from a "normal vertical installation"? I should think heat retention is a factor in any DC installation, as that is how the dehumidifier works.

Terry Farrell
  
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "John M. Formsma" <jformsma@dixie-net.com>
To: "PianoTech" <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Monday, July 15, 2002 3:42 PM
Subject: DC back cover substitute


> Dear List,
> 
> Do any of you know and/or use a suitable (and cheaper) substitute for the
> Dampp-Chaser back cover for vertical pianos?
> 
> I recommend the systems with the back cover for all vertical installations,
> and the cover from DC is quite expensive--around $30. Finding a cheaper back
> cover means either more $$ for me, or saving $$ for the customer.
> 
> My understanding is that the back cover's function is to limit air movement
> on the back side. Could not this be done as well with 8-10 mil plastic
> fastened with staples?
> 
> One potential drawback might be the plastic's ability to retain heat. I
> don't know for sure if that is part of the design of DC's back covers. DC's
> back covers are thick, and heat retention may be desirable on the back side.
> My thinking is that heat retention is necessary for a back side
> installation, but  not of much concern for the normal vertical installation.
> 
> Any thoughts?
> 
> John M. Formsma
> Blue Mountain, MS
>