Museum-Grade Restorations
Expert Tuning & Voicing
Self‑Play Upgrade
Complete Acoustic Restoration
At 1066 Pianos, we strip the piano down to its core, revitalising the tone-producing components to restore clarity and projection. This includes work on the soundboard, bridges, wrest plank, and frame, ensuring long-term tuning stability and rich tonal depth. Every string is re-pinned and restrung to optimise resonance, while careful attention is paid to preserve the instrument's unique tonal character. This process enhances the piano's acoustic performance, ensuring that its original musical personality is maintained and elevated, thereby bringing vibrancy and life back to the instrument.
Mechanical Action Rebuild
Let us focus on restoring every element of the piano's action and keyboard for consistent, responsive performance. We rebuild or replace worn components, regulate the action, voice each note, and recover keys in line with the instrument's original character. Touch weighting and dynamic adjustments ensure a balanced, expressive feel across the entire keyboard. This careful attention allows the piano to deliver precise responsiveness, reliability, and an enjoyable playing experience that honours both the craftsmanship and musical intent of the original instrument.
Cabinet Restoration And Refinishing
The piano's exterior receives meticulous attention, combining modern techniques with traditional French polishing to revive or enhance the cabinet's appearance. Veneers and decorative details are carefully repaired or improved while the finish is restored to a renewed, elegant state. At 1066 Pianos, this work complements internal restoration, ensuring the instrument looks as exceptional as it sounds. Every surface, fitting, and detail is carefully considered to achieve visual harmony with acoustic and mechanical enhancements, resulting in a piano that commands presence in any space. Explore our smaller works package for a focused, cost-effective alternative to full acoustic restoration.
Suitable Instruments, Pricing, And Timelines
The 1066 Rebuild is suitable for instruments of almost any condition, from heavily worn to structurally compromised pianos. Pricing ranges from £10,000 to £50,000, depending on size, age, and specific requirements, with a typical duration of 4–8 months. Let us transform your piano into a fully revitalised instrument with improved tone, touch, and appearance. This comprehensive approach ensures longevity, functionality, and musical enjoyment while preserving the instrument's history, character, and sentimental value. Explore our Why Restore page to understand the long-term value of investing in thoughtful restoration.
Transform your piano completely
Call now to discuss your piano rebuild and bring your instrument back to its full potential.