Jan.
5th, 2002
How to Build a Piano Desk
Click the desired desk number:
#1
Jan. 6th, 2002
The first step in making a piano
desk is to take the whole piano apart. I start by
removing the front panels from the top and
bottom. I then remove the top lid, action, and
keys.
#2
Jan. 11th, 2002
The next thing I do is separate
the back soundboard and plate from the sides of
the cabinet with a hammer, chisel, and gorilla
bars. All other parts are then removed.
#3
The next step is to measure for
the new wood. I find that it's easier to measure
and have the lumber yard make the basic cuts for
me. Find a hardwood place or lumber yead that has
a pannel saw. Here is my basic pile of wood.
#4
Fit each new piece in it's place
without attaching. make neccessary cuts to ensure
each piece is square and flush with the existing
cabinet.
#5
Attach new shelf to the back of
the existing top shelf. This is where your
monitor and upper cabinet will attach. I normally
us a biscuit jointer and tri-bond glue. The lower
part of the shelf will need to be strengthened
when it's attached to the cabinet so that the
shelf does not sag.
#6
When all parts are cut to size,
sand each piece, stain, and finish before the
desk is put together. It's also helpful to go
ahead and stain any trim that will be attached
later. In the past I've stained and finished
after the desk has been fully assembled. It's
much easier to do it now while the wood easily
accessable.
#7
After the parts are cut and
finished, it's time to put the desk together and
add trim.
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