Finish question

[Newton Hunt]

But unfold the steel wool and use it with the strands
perpendicular to the grain.  Less deep scratches that way.

		Newton

Paul wrote:
> 
> Phil
> When I clean up a used ebony satin finished piano, I
> generally use 3/0 or
> 4/0 steel wool and my cleaning solution, spray the surface
> and moisten the
> steel wool. Move quickly in the direction of the grain
> with firm pressure.
> Then quickly wipe with a dampened cloth with the grain
> followed by a
> slightly dampened cloth to remove any remaining residue.
> It doesn't make a
> prefect surface, but does improve the appearance. Touch
> the scratches and
> scuffs as time and budget allow. Sometimes when the
> surface has only packing
> scratches, I'll use the procedure and put 4/0 pumice on
> the moist steel
> wool. You'll get use to the terrible his as you rub the
> finish. Clean as
> described above. Keep your strokes parallel to an edge and
> each other. It'll
> look like a factory job!
> 
> Paul Chick
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Phil Bondi <tito@PhilBondi.com>
> To: <pianotech@ptg.org>
> Sent: Friday, October 27, 2000 4:28 PM
> Subject: Re: Finish question
> 
> > > Is it a lacquer or polyester satin finish?
> > >
> > It's Lacquer, Paul..sorry for not mentioning that
> earlier.
> >
> > Glen Grafton's explaination earlier seemed very
> thorough..and..I
> understand
> > it!
> >
> > Can you add anything more, or offer something else?
> >
> > Thanks Glen...and Paul,
> >
> > Rook
> >