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  • 1.  Add "Grip" to Tools

    Posted 09-26-2024 14:48

    I am looking to put some sort of grip on the thin regulation tools in my kit. What is recommended for adding grip? I am currently using percussion grip tape (it'll start gumming up though). I'm sure electrical tape will do the same. I know there is rubberized liquid that I could use, but I'm looking for something that others have had great experience with.

    What is good to use to get more grip on tools?



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  • 2.  RE: Add "Grip" to Tools

    Registered Piano Technician
    Posted 09-26-2024 15:05
    Hi Cobrun,
    A tip from Eric Schandall - You can wrap a rubber band around the part of the tool that you grip. Replace as needed.

    All the best,
    Jon






  • 3.  RE: Add "Grip" to Tools

    Posted 09-26-2024 19:01

    Plasti Dip for tool handles
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    David C. Brown RPT
    Garland TX
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  • 4.  RE: Add "Grip" to Tools

    Posted 09-27-2024 02:28

    Lee Valley sells friction guard tape that only sticks to itself. I use it for finger wraps all the time, but I've seen others wrap tool handles in it.



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    Mathias Walters
    North Charleston SC
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  • 5.  RE: Add "Grip" to Tools

    Registered Piano Technician
    Posted 09-27-2024 07:29

    A client applied some "silicone tape" to a couple of my tools. This likewise sticks "to itself" and does have a nice "grippy" feel to it. 

    Peter Grey Piano Doctor 



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    Peter Grey
    Stratham NH
    (603) 686-2395
    pianodoctor57@gmail.com
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  • 6.  RE: Add "Grip" to Tools

    Registered Piano Technician
    Posted 09-27-2024 07:37
    I purchase shrink tubing of different sizes. 

    It'll last about a dozen years before it starts to loosen. 
    It has a very comfortable feel and will shrink to fit unparallel surfaces.

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    Dave Conte, RPT, CCT
    Owner, Rocky Top Piano
    Knoxville, TN
    817-307-5656