Before transporting your piano, you should prepare it for transportation, i.e. remove the outer parts of the instrument and pack them, which will help to avoid various damages in the future:
- To remove the bottom cover, the purpose of which is to protect the pedal mechanism and the bottom of the soundboard, you will not need screwdrivers, because in most cases it is secured with a wooden or metal latch.
- The most vulnerable part of a piano when it is being shipped is its kick mechanism. It is best to leave it in place and not touch it. If it becomes urgently necessary to remove it, you will need to unscrew the fastening bolts. The mechanism should be handled with the utmost care, carefully packed and transported with the utmost care.
- To secure the top cover of the piano, you mainly use latches.
- The cover, designed to protect the keys, is fastened with screws, therefore, you can detach it by using a screwdriver or a screwdriver.
- Do not forget to protect the strings - cover them with thick paper. Put a foam pad between the cover and the keys. If the latter is not available, any soft material will do.
If you are going to transport your piano assembled by yourself, be sure to secure the covers with tape - this will help avoid unpleasant surprises during loading. A loose hinged lid that protects the keyboard can pinch your fingers or even break.
The musical instrument itself or its large components should be wrapped with a cloth or special air bubble wrap before transportation. If you do not want to spend money on the purchase of packing materials, use improvised means (blankets, plaids). Secure the soft layer with a thick rope. Packing your valuable cargo in this way will greatly reduce the likelihood of damage.
