I think that Marlow is really enjoying working on this piano. I have never seen a piano so torn apart. It is really fun to see that you can take the keys off. Each key is numbered so you know where they go. I'll download some pictures later. Marlow has been using a finish restorer on the wood, and it is very pretty. After the restorer, he rubs tongue oil on the wood, and it really brings out the natural grain of the wood. There is a number on the harp part of the piano, and we did a little research on that number. The piano was made between 1900 and 1910. I was really surprised that it was that old. Because of it's height it is considered an upright. I thought it was rather short, and thought it was a spinet (sp).
Jennifer and Kyle came over last night. She is so excited. She was helping Marlow clean the keys. He wipes each one down individually with Murphy's oil soap. It is a rather tedious task. Did I tell you I'm going to be a tacky mother-in-law and give it to her for Christmas. I told her she can have it as soon as we get it restored/cleaned up. At the current rate, it shouldn't take too long.
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I don't think you are tacky at all!!! What a treasure for them. I know that all the hours you will spend preparing the piano to be used will come to leave a feeling of such gratitude and love. I admire your thoughtfulness. I can't wait to see the before and after pictures.
Now aren't you glad you have a blog so you are recording all of this!
I think it will be a great gift! Their kids will have a great story to tell!
Too cool! We have an old piano (not quite that old though) and we have replaced all the ivories on it and it looks lots better. The wood needs help but it will wait until I have more time and money. Ours is a Baldwin also.
I think it is a wonderful gift! (Dennis' parents gave us money to buy ours. It will always be dear to me!) Can't wait to see pictures!
How's the piano coming? Hopefully getting close since Christmas is close, too. Remember to take pictures to share.
Hi! I am Katie Hansen's niece. My mom and I would like to let Katie, Dennis and their family know how much they are loved at this time. You are invited to participate in a "Love Train." Please see my blog for details. Thanks!
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