What is a string cover and why would I need one?
The string cover does what its name says. It covers the whole area where the strings are on a grand piano including the area under the music desk (where you set you sheet music) The reason for a string cover is twofold. First, it keeps dust from settling on the strings, soundboard tuning pins and the whole belly area (inside where the strings are). Second, it helps to keep humidity from settling on all the above mentioned parts which would cause corrosion, rust and mildew. The cover can remain in place while the piano is being played and causes minimal sound absorption. A string cover, however, will not stop high humidity from destroying a piano. It is only a deterrent and should be combined with a humidity control system for better protection from damage caused by high humidity.
