keytops

[John Ross]

When, I finish my present supply, I will ask the list for their recommendations.

Kluge will be on the list, I have heard some good comments, on the quality, of the product.

Price, quality and ease of working will be considered.

As an afterthought, how does one separate the ones that come as an octave, all joined?

I assume, scoring with a carpet knife?

Or are we lucky enough to have them, break apart?
John M. Ross
Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada
jrpiano at win.eastlink.ca
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: richard.ucci at att.net 
  To: Pianotech List 
  Sent: Sunday, May 20, 2007 10:59 AM
  Subject: Re: keytops


  Have you used the Kluge ones? I have found them to be very nice, (but forgot to order them on this job...)

    -------------- Original message from John Ross <jrpiano at win.eastlink.ca>: -------------- 


    I have noticed that since Schaff changed to a softer plastic, that there appears to be surface marks on the keys.
    They don't seem to buff out that easy, even although I use a soft buffing wheel, one of the layered ones.
    I found that the easiest way to remove the imperfections is to work up to 800 -1200 grit paper.
    I think it was Ron Nossaman (sp) that suggested this.
    With the harder plastic, these marks could be buffed out. I think I have 7 more sets to go, then I will be on the lookout for a different top for my replacement jobs.
    John M. Ross
    Windsor, Nova Scotia, Canada
    jrpiano at win.eastlink.ca
      ----- Original Message ----- 
      From: richard.ucci at att.net 
      To: pianotech at ptg.org 
      Sent: Saturday, May 19, 2007 9:21 AM
      Subject: keytops


      List,
      Just completed a set for a Lester console. What is the preferred method of removing overhang of keytop on sides? I usually use a file and sometimes a drum sander, but I'm looking for something more precise .
      Also, I noticed many fine scratches and imperfections in this set. I was very careful with them and I don't think I was the culprit.Anyone else seen the same? Schaff supplied.
      Thanks
      Rick Ucci/Ucci Piano
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