List, As a result of extensive research and applications I desire to clear up some perceived notions about smoke damage and the piano. Technically speaking, the toxicity of smoke residue, does the most harm during the first 18 hours from introduction. Many considerations when evaluating such an instrument is vital to the correct approach of detoxification and counteractant techniques. Should any of you run into a smoke damaged instrument you may freely go to my web site: http://www.majesticpiano.com and go to the smoke damage assessment form. Print this out and take it to the piano. Once you have all the data I would be more than happy to help in your attempt. Please understand that many of the professional counteractants used are regulated (by government) and many states require you to be a licensed applicator...therefore I cannot send these products to you. I would be happy to help with information as I realize that not all pianos are worthy of a long distance trip to our facility. You may e-mail me privately at dms2000@pioneerplanet.infi.net or call my shop (612) 939-0997. I apologize for not yet providing an article in the Journal in regards to this matter. I still am not certain of the best approach for writing such an in depth informative piece. It would not make sense to encourage other technicians to attempt something which could lead them into bigger headaches than they bargained for. As I mentioned earlier, there is a proper approach for successful smoke odor removal. I've worked very hard to achieve this feat. My hope is to enlighten all who would benefit and prevent some of the mistakes which I personally experienced in my quest. Thanks Dave Swartz, RPT dms2000@pioneerplanet.infi.net or dms2000@majesticpiano.com website: http://www.majesticpiano.com
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