hygrometers

Choosing the Best Humidifier for Piano Care

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Customers regularly ask me which is the best humidifier for their piano and music room. Pianos are creatures of humidity: Wood is hygroscopic, meaning naturally absorbs and releases moisture from the air depending on the humidity level. Controlling that relative humidity in and around your piano is the single most important aspect of piano care … Read more

Why Cheap Hygrometers Can Put Your Piano at Risk (and What to Use Instead)

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A hygrometer is a device that measures the amount of moisture in the air, indicating the humidity level. It’s commonly used in homes, greenhouses, and industries to monitor and maintain optimal environmental conditions. ​Pianos have wood and metal inside of them, and both react to humidity in different ways. Wood is hygroscopic: it absorbs and … Read more