Dave Steel Pianos is an established small business with nearly 30 years of experience providing a service both to the public and the trade in Bristol, North Somerset and the surrounding area. We specialise in all aspects of restoration ranging from tuning, simple repairs to complete rebuilds and also hold a stock of quality pianos for sale.
Dave started trading in 1988 which means he has 30 years experience at his fingertips! We are a small bristol based, family run business providing superb service to the public and the trade. Specialising in all aspects of restoration from tuning your piano and simple repairs, to complete rebuilds on upright and grand pianos.
We are passionate about pianos and operating on a small scale does not mean that quality is of a lesser standard, on the contrary, we take personal care, interest and pride in each individual piano and job. We know that a good reputation is an essential ingredient to the success of the business and so every effort is made to provide honest, quality craftsmanship at good value for money.
Not only do we care for your piano on a regular basis in the way of tuning and servicing, but we also buy, sell and part exchange pianos. We have a selection of quality reconditioned pianos and also some marvellous brand new Feurich pianos. A twelve month guarantee, tuning and free local delivery is given with each sale. Check out our 'For Sale' page for more information and also have a look at our Blog page, where there is a great section about buying a piano for the first time, which shows you what to look out for and what to avoid.
A regular tuning service is also offered as a personal back up to ensure your piano is kept in good tune and working order.
Friendly advice gladly given.
Located in Wraxall (only 15 mins drive from Bristol City Centre), we are 5 mins away from the lovely National Trust Tyntesfield Estate and 5 mins away from the very popular Noah's Ark Zoo farm, so why not make it a day out for the whole family! Please ring us to make an appointment first!
A simple repair might involve replacing a broken hammer shank or string, replacing a loose tuning pin or just simply rectifying a sticky note.
A full rebuild would normally include:
Stripping the piano right down and removing the iron frame.
Making any necessary repairs to the soundboard, frame or bridges before rebuilding the piano with the best quality materials.
Actions and keyboards would be overhauled and regulated as necessary.
Caseworks would be stripped right back to the bare wood, sanded, stained and either spray finished or traditionally french polished by hand as required.
The piano would finally be chipped up to concert pitch and finely tuned to A440, completing the rebuild and restoring the instrument to its former glory.
Pianos are made of many different types of materials such as top quality woods, iron, steel, copper, brass, plastics, felts etc., all of which are affected differently by age, wear and use, temperature and humidity. All pianos vary to how long they stay in tune, but generally a piano should be tuned at least twice a year. This is important as tuning a piano not only keeps it in tune with itself, but also prevents the whole pitch from dropping flat which will happen if tuning is neglected.
I offer a regular tuning service which will ensure your piano is kept in tune and good working order. Keeping your piano in tune will not only inspire your playing but will also stop you loosing your friends, family and neighbours!
On our Blog page there is a section on Caring for your Piano which gives hints and tips on how to keep your piano in good working order in-between tunings.
Located in Wraxall, in between Long Ashton and Nailsea (15 mins drive from Bristol City Centre), we are 3 mins away from the lovely National Trust Tyntesfield Estate and 5 mins away from the very popular Noah's Ark Zoo farm, so why not make it a day out for the whole family! Please ring us to make an appointment first and for directions! Or use this form to send a message.
Telephone 01275 852476
Email: info@nicepianos.co.uk