There are many different methods for installing backchecks, but the “72º-angle method” is the method most guaranteed to achieve consistent backchecking close to the strings.

Plugging a stripped hole is an essential skill for any technician. This article covers the methods you'll use for shop and field repairs.

Knuckle bolstering rejuvenates worn or flattened knuckles to restore smooth escapement.

This photo essay demonstrates the tools and techniques required to take precise measurements for parts replacement.

This knowledge is versatile and can be applied in various situations from rebuilding to basic troubleshooting.

This photo essay chronicles the restringing process from start to finish.

Dressing the capo bar and restringing can mitigate loud metallic zings, sizzles, and other unpleasant sounds that result from a grooved bar.

This article features the damper installation process I learned from the C. Bechstein Factory Training course.

Sponsored by Absolute Piano Follow this step-by-step process to bend and install new damper wires.

The key to an effective shop project is understanding where the piano has been and making a plan for where you want it to go.

Replacing old piano shanks with new ones can feel like an overwhelming process, but it doesn’t have to be.

Action rebuilding is a great way to expand your services. Make sure you know what you're getting in to before you start!