[CAUT] Slipperry Ivories

[Jim Busby]

Hi Susan,

I've been using beeswax since you told me about it a few years ago and it works very well. In addition, I "scratch" screws onto it which lubricates them and makes them easier to remove/install. Last but not least, (but wait, there's more!) one swipe on my hand, and then rub it in, smooth hands! Best hand care ever.

Maybe I'll start putting some in my cocoa, might cure anything! <G>

Best,
Jim

-----Original Message-----
From: caut-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:caut-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf Of Susan Kline
Sent: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 9:59 PM
To: caut at ptg.org
Subject: Re: [CAUT] Slipperry Ivories


>I have NEVER heard of using beeswax on piano keys--maybe I will try 
>it someday, just to see.

The point being, it's easy to keep a little piece of real beeswax in 
a small ziploc bag in your kit, so that if an artist complains about 
slippery keys, you can fix the problem in minutes. No taking the keys 
home and laboriously using steel wool and buffing, hoping to end up 
with just the right feeling.

Also, I like reversible techniques. It wouldn't be that hard to take 
most of the beeswax back off if necessary, but you can't undo 
sanding, buffing, etc.

Susan Kline