Great tip! But I'm not sure I'd put a filthy old piano
key in a microwave I cook in! I'd use separate ones.
And I'd REALLY watch out for cellulose keytops!
Thump
--- Don Valley <dvalley1@Bellsouth.net> wrote:
> If you are talking about warping, I tried something
> several years ago
> knowing I had nothing to lose.
> It worked marvelously and has done so ever since. I
> remove the capstan, rub
> some water on the
> top side and underside of the area you want to
> readjust. I place this in a
> microwave for 30 - 45 seconds.
> On removal, I twist (not overtwist) with both hands
> in the direction needed
> to unwarp the key and hold
> it there for a 60 to 90 seconds. If it is not quite
> right, repeat the
> procedure. I was originally stunned
> at the stability of the repair and how easy it was.
> I have done this many
> times since and have taught
> this procedure in chapter, region, and national
> classes. The keytop is not
> affected since there is no
> moisture content in it. Try it, you'll like it.
> Don Valley
>
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