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Weber Baby Grand Restored
"My inheritance is now a work of art as well as a piece of personal nostalgia."

By Rosann Coury
Posted Sep. 1, 2001

I am writing to recommend Mr. Jeff Cappelli and the artists of Renaissance Craftsmen Restoration, Inc. as outstanding professionals in their field.

I inherited a beautiful old Weber baby grand piano dating back at least 70 years. I was delighted with its uniquely lovely hand-carved walnut case. Unfortunately, it needed restorative care. Over the years it had been chipped and bruised. The metal work had blackened. Someone's pet had gnawed at the pedestals. The pedal assembly did not work. Hinges were worn and unreliable. One of the legs had been damaged, raising safety issues. The sun had leeched out some of the original, rich color.

On recommendation from a professional organist, I contacted Mr. Jeff Cappelli. Professional Piano movers transported my instrument to Renaissance Craftsmen Restoration, Inc. There it was disassembled, stripped, repaired, restained and reassembled. The metal work was burnished to its original silver-gold color. The pedal assembly was fixed. Hinges, pegs, rubber stops, and all other repairs and replacements were carefully completed. Bruises and chips were filled in. Artisans delicately drew grain lines over these areas so that, under the stain, the repairs were undetectable to the eye. Sun-bleached areas disappeared under the newly stained finish.

My inheritance is now a work of art as well as a piece of personal nostalgia. It is a valuable piece, which gives me pleasure every time I see it. I am not well-to-do, and yet I can truly say that the cost of the restoration was worth every penny.

I found Mr. Cappelli to be direct, honest and helpful in every detail. He answered questions at every step. He allowed me to see my piano as it went through the stages of restoration. In every respect I have found my dealings with Renaissance Craftsmen Restoration, Inc. to be a satisfaction and a pleasure.

If you are considering Renaissance Craftsmen Restoration, Inc. to revive your instrument or piece of fine furniture, and would like a personal recommendation, please contact me through the office of Renaissance Craftsmen Restoration, Inc., I will return your call.

I hope you decide to do business with Mr. Cappelli and his fine staff. I recommend them to you without reservation.

Sincerely,

Rosanne Coury

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