Piano Guidance
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Is it OK to put a piano next to a window?

Some recommend keeping pianos away from poorly insulated exterior walls. Direct sunlight can damage a piano, but many owners like the inspiration of a view. If a piano must be next to a window, use curtains or treat the glass with a coating that blocks ultraviolet rays. The larger the piano, the stronger the sound.

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Before you or your kids can start making music on your own piano, you need to sort out what size piano can fit into your home, and where to place it. • To figure out fit, ask a piano dealer to lend you a paper or felt pattern to unfold on the floor. If there are doubts about whether the piano can navigate a tight turn, ask an expert piano mover to eyeball the situation. • Vertical pianos should be at least 4 inches from a wall that can reflect music back into the room. Grand pianos have horizontal soundboards, so the music can bounce off the floor. If opening a grand's lid bounces sound against a nearby wall, keep it closed. • Hot air can dry out a piano, so don't put it next to a heating vent, a fireplace or a wood stove. Pianos like steady humidity, so many owners buy machines to keep humidity constant. Some recommend keeping pianos away from poorly insulated exterior walls. • Direct sunlight can damage a piano, but many owners like the inspiration of a view. If a piano must be next to a window, use curtains or treat the glass with a coating that blocks ultraviolet rays. • The larger the piano, the stronger the sound. Technicians can adjust a piano's voice to the size of the room. Some say a large grand should always sit on carpet for the best sound quality.

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• For people who don't have the right space or budget for an acoustic piano, digital pianos can mimic the touch and tone. With headphones, a player can use a digital instrument without keeping the rest of the house awake.

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