Danemann Pianos
Are you thinking of buying a Danemann piano? Find everything you need to know here.
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Should you buy a painted piano?
Whether or not you should buy a painted piano is a tough question to answer. The truth is that it depends on a variety of different...
The Knight K15 and what makes it special
The K15 is from the 'K' range and is one of the most iconic pianos from Knight's lineup.
Failure of Kemble Bass Bridge & Repair
The Kemble Piano Company was established in 1911 by Michael Kemble in Stoke Newington, North London, and became one of Britain's most...
Variations of the Knight K10
Reconditioned Knight K10 pianos remain to be one of our most popular models and demand for them has only continued to increase.
The Soundboard
Many changes have been made to the piano since is was first conceptualised around the year 1700, by the Italian inventor Bartolomeo...
Over-Damped VS Under-Damped Upright Pianos
There are two main types of damper arrangements for upright pianos. Here we will explore the differences between the two, including the...
Straight-Strung VS Over-Strung Upright Pianos
There are two main types of upright piano string arrangement. Here we will explore the differences between the two, including the reasons...
Capstan Polishing - Friction
A 'capstan' is an adjustable screw which is attached to the back of each key. The capstan is the first point of contact from the key to...
Pedal box felt and why we always replace it
Recently, a number of our customers have asked us why we replace the pedal box felt, as a standard part of our reconditioning process, on...
History of John Broadwood and Sons
John Broadwood & Sons was established in 1728, making it one of the oldest surviving piano manufacturers in the world. The company has a...
What are Key-Bushings?
Key-bushings are made from bearing cloth and sit within the mortises of the wooden keys, between the wood and the pins on the key frame;...
Broadwood's Anti-Woodworm Paint
John Broadwood is one of the oldest piano manufacturers in the world. In fact the company, founded in 1728, began making harpsichords...
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