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  • 1.  Cleaning black mold out of piano interior

    Posted 06-16-2026 12:26

    Recently a referred customer asked me to clean the interior of an upright and ultimately tune the piano.  Needless to say, I was quite perplexed to discover what needed to be cleaned was black mold. Any suggestions on how and what to chemically clean it with without damaging the piano?



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    Garry Gambill
    Greenbush MN
    12184520223
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  • 2.  RE: Cleaning black mold out of piano interior

    Registered Piano Technician
    Posted 06-16-2026 15:37

    Remove action and trapwork.  Spray bottom board and inner sides with mold armor or similar non-bleaching mold preventitive product.

    Let sit for three days. Wipe off with Lysol wipes.  Wipe clean with clean cloth.  Not a small job.  Use protective gloves,  clothing and respirator.

    Charge accordingly.



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    Parker Leigh RPT
    Winchester VA
    (540) 722-3865
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