felt separating from hammer core

[Rory Fader]

Ted; I've had 100% success with Weldbond white glue.  I apply the glue to
the molding, and do everything else as you do.  Take off the string or
elastic on the next visit and, Voila!  (oops I used another language. ) I
mean, There you have it!

Rory Fader, RPT
Delta, B.C. Canada
rfader@dowco.com






>I am going to service a piano where the hammer felts have come loose from
>the core on one side.  I tried contact cement and superglue with no
>success.  My method is to apply the glue then tie the hammer tightly with
>waxed string. I leave the string there so the glue dries thoroughly until
>the next appointment.
>At the next appointment I remove the string and the hammer felt pops back
>up.  I think the superglue wicks up into the felt and contact cement just
>doesn't have the strength.  Any suggestions would be most welcome.
>    ted simmons
>    independent piano technician
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