Space next to fireplace
We are building a home and we are are wondering what we should do on both sides of our fireplace. We are placing our piano next to the fireplace as music is central to our home but it is throwing off any custom built in cabinetry ideas that we previously had.
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PROJudyG Designs
3 years agolast modified: 3 years agoYou can’t put the piano next to the fireplace. Unless you plan never use the fireplace
"The heat would likely do significant damage to the instrument, and the change in temperature and humidity from times of fireplace use to times of non-use would make it difficult to keep the piano in tune".
Try the piano on the stair wall.
PROBeth H. :
3 years agolast modified: 3 years agodon't really care for the piano in that spot. beside any temp damage, the sound is right up against the wall, and the player has her back to everyone in the room. For the sound to truly be appreciated, on an upright the top should be lifted and it should be placed in a position where the sound can travel.
There must be another spot for it.
At the very least, try moving it to the left side where there is more room. This way you can get it away from the direct side of the fireplace. maybe angling it.
perhaps at some point you could get a mini baby grand to where it can stand alone. (since the upright usually has an unfinished back panel)if not, then do a small chest or cabinet on the other side. you can do a bookcase or open shelving
Or do a nice built in bench or book case
move the piano to the other side and have a built in bench on the right
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3 years agoBret Nielsen
3 years agolast modified: 3 years ago
PROBeverlyFLADeziner
3 years agoFind a new place for the piano. Maybe adjust your furnishings so you can place it on the staircase wall.
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