Ted; I've had 100% success with Weldbond white glue. I apply the glue to the molding, and do everything else as you do. Take off the string or elastic on the next visit and, Voila! (oops I used another language. ) I mean, There you have it! Rory Fader, RPT Delta, B.C. Canada rfader@dowco.com >I am going to service a piano where the hammer felts have come loose from >the core on one side. I tried contact cement and superglue with no >success. My method is to apply the glue then tie the hammer tightly with >waxed string. I leave the string there so the glue dries thoroughly until >the next appointment. >At the next appointment I remove the string and the hammer felt pops back >up. I think the superglue wicks up into the felt and contact cement just >doesn't have the strength. Any suggestions would be most welcome. > ted simmons > independent piano technician > > > >
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