[pianotech] bringing polyester gloss down to satin

[Encore Pianos]

I did a search on Wool Wax.  I don't know if this is what Yamaha does, but I came up with a couple of things:

http://www.woodworkersjournal.com/Main/Articles/Rubbing_Out_The_Final_Step_to_a_Great_Finish_5261.aspx

Read down to the Rub to Satin section and start there.

Also, Liberon sells a paste wax intended for this purpose.  Liberon Black Bison Paste Wax.  Can be cleaned up with mineral oil.  

The way to find out is to try some wax with 0000 steel wool on an out of the way piece, like the back of a leg at the top and see if it gives you results you seek.

Will Truitt

-----Original Message-----
From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf Of David Love
Sent: Tuesday, September 04, 2012 8:27 PM
To: pianotech at ptg.org
Subject: Re: [pianotech] bringing polyester gloss down to satin

FWIW I am told that there is a satin wool wax that, apparently, Yamaha sells specifically for use with polyester for this job.  Have not checked this myself but you might if interested. 

David Love
www.davidlovepianos.com


-----Original Message-----
From: David Love [mailto:davidlovepianos at comcast.net] 
Sent: Saturday, September 01, 2012 6:46 AM
To: 'pianotech at ptg.org'
Subject: RE: [pianotech] bringing polyester gloss down to satin

I'll have to ask the local finisher that does this how they do it as I've seen the results and they looked just fine.  I can't say that they look exactly like a Steinway finish but it certainly didn't turn anything white.  

I'll get back to you on the details.  

David Love
www.davidlovepianos.com