I service two very nice Yamaha grand pianos that live on stage at a local college. Unfortunately they are usually moved by students in whatever program is going to use them for any given performance. They are both on star dollies so they move easily, but, being students, (and meaning no disrespect for students of any kind), they are less than careful when moving them. Therefore, the edges of the lids, mostly, are seriously chipped.
I have seen on some stages, pianos that have what I must call a bumper. A piece of wood, perhaps 2" or 3" high and thick enough to stick out further than the lid, that is attached to the case of the piano and finished so that it doesn't look horrible. I believe the ones I have seen actually follow the curve of the case but I can't imagine how that might be accomplished unless these bumpers actually already exist for purchase.
The school has requested I get the chips repaired and a bumper, or something, installed to help prevent further damage. Of the two, I think getting the bumper installed is going to be the easiest to pull off since the local finish touch-up guy that had the skills to do polyester repair has retired and we can't find anyone with those skills to take his place.
I guess that means that what I'm seeking, mostly, is bumper recommendations.
I look forward to your replies.
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Geoff Sykes, RPT
Los Angeles CA
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