<HTML> <HEAD> <TITLE>Re: [CAUT] grand cover</TITLE> </HEAD> <BODY> We tried the vinyl top and ended up replacing them too soon as they tear rather easily.  We have since ordered the cordura.  They are great covers, practically bullet proof.   I'm not sure if double padding would help, as the only damage we get is from hitting a wall or door jam with too much speed.  I don't think double padding will stop 1000 lbs. of piano any more than single padding. Rick on 2/16/07 9:41 AM, Jeff Tanner at jtanner@mozart.sc.edu wrote: <BLOCKQUOTE>Triple ditto. There are different versions which are different prices. Destiny canvas is the most expensive but it is a strong durable covering. Yes, that is roughly the wholesale cost, depending on length. The padded cover is also available with vinyl top covering for some less. They can also do all kinds of colors and monograming. I don't discourage double padding for a small amount more. They don't have a web site. They don't even own a computer. But they have the toll free number and Dennis is very helpful. He'll send you a kit of samples, too, like a dealer kit. Jeff On Feb 16, 2007, at 10:36 AM, Jeff Stickney wrote: <BLOCKQUOTE>Double Ditto. We've had 3 of the Destiny padded covers at UM for around 10 yrs., and they still look like new. They hold up very well, and while not inexpensive (are we talking about the same cover, Ken?), they are worth every penny. I think they are around $450/cover. Jeff Stickney Ken Zahringer wrote: <BLOCKQUOTE>DITTO. We bought one for one of our Ds last year. Very nice cover, and inexpensive. Ken Z. On 2/15/07 10:24 PM, "Barbara Richmond" <piano57@insightbb.com> wrote: Instrument Covers, Salem, OR Dennis Haley 1-800-274-4543 Padded, canvas, vinyl, ... ----- Original Message ----- *From:* David Ilvedson <mailto:ilvey@sbcglobal.net> *To:* caut@ptg.org *Sent:* Thursday, February 15, 2007 9:36 PM *Subject:* [CAUT] grand cover I've got a Steinway D here at Stanford that needs a new cover. Any info on what you folks are using and like and where to order would be appreciated. I'm think the vinyl covers would be too cumbersome, but probably more durable... David Ilvedson, RPT Pacifica, CA 94044 -- Ken Zahringer, RPT University of Missouri School of Music </BLOCKQUOTE></BLOCKQUOTE> Jeff Tanner, RPT University of South Carolina </BLOCKQUOTE> _____________ Rick Florence Senior Piano Technician Arizona State University, School of Music </BODY> </HTML>