The Plate

[DGPEAKE@AOL.COM]

In a message dated 02/22/2000 2:04:20 PM Pacific Standard Time, 
tuner@mediaone.net writes:

<< Now that I've got all the strings off this piano, I'd like to improve
 the appearance
 of the plate. What should I use to clean it with?  If I decide to spray
 it, what do I spray
 it with? Is there a gold paint that comes in a spray can?
 
 Thanks.
 
 Martin
 
  >>

Since it appears you are not removing the plate, mask everything for 
painting.  I have had good luck with Krylon Gold which is very close to 
Steinway colors. If you need the paint number I will go to my shop and get it 
for you.  If I am removing the plate, I prefer to mix bronzing powder with 
lacquer and and use my spray gun.

Dave Peake, RPT
Portland Chapter
Oregon City, OR