Humidity Control
For pianos in Montreal
A professional recommendation by Patrick Brennan, Piano Tuner.
Intelligent protection
the foundation of a lasting piano
After more than 25 years of experience in piano tuning and repair in and around Montreal, I can state one thing clearly: humidity is the number one cause of a piano going out of tune and deteriorating.
That is why I recommend the installation of a Piano Life Saver, a humidity control system designed specifically for pianos by the Damp Chaser Corporation.
Why is this essential?
A piano is primarily made of wood, a living material that constantly reacts to ambient humidity. Without control, the consequences are inevitable:
The intelligent system that preserves your piano
The system's advantages
Tonal and mechanical stability
- • Maintains pitch longer between tunings.
- • Stability of tone and sound.
- • Improved action performance.
- • Reduction of slow, sticking, or noisy keys.
Structural protection
- • Prevention of soundboard swelling and shrinking.
- • Reduced stress on the pinblock.
- • Decreased corrosion on strings and tuning pins.
- • Healthier aging of the instrument.
A reliable and discreet system
- • Easy to maintain.
- • Low energy consumption.
- • Silent operation.
- • Almost invisible once installed.
- • 5-year manufacturer's warranty.
A long-term investment
- • Reduction in costly corrective interventions.
- • Better preservation of the instrument.
- • Increased resale value of the piano.
Humidity control is intelligent prevention.
A well-protected piano ages better.
How does the system work?
Basically, the Piano Life Saver system continuously monitors the humidity level inside your piano and automatically adjusts the air by drying or humidifying it, to maintain a stable and safe environment for the instrument.
Humidistat
Continuously monitors relative humidity and detects if the ambient air is too dry or too humid.
Dehumidifier
When the humidity level is too high, the dehumidifier gently warms the moist air to reduce excess humidity.
Humidifier
When the air lacks moisture, the humidifier adds the necessary amount of humidity.
Light panel
Indicates that the system is on and functioning correctly. Also signals when to add water or replace the pads.
Contrary to popular belief, it is not the temperature that impacts your piano, but the humidity.
The impact of humidity
on piano tuning
💧 Overly humid conditions
When the soundboard absorbs moisture, it swells and exerts increased pressure on the strings.
Result: the piano becomes too sharp, particularly in the mid and high registers.
🌵 Overly dry conditions
When the soundboard contracts, the pressure on the strings decreases.
Result: the piano becomes too flat and unstable.
🛡️ Tuning stability
The Piano Life Saver maintains constant humidity inside the piano, which considerably slows down pitch variations between tunings.
A microclimate.
Peace of mind.
Protects your piano.
Preserves its value.
An essential foundation for your piano
Whether you own an upright or a grand piano, humidity control is an essential preservation measure.
My role as a piano tuner is not limited to intervening when the piano is out of tune. It also consists of guiding you towards solutions that preserve your instrument and prevent costly repairs.
In this regard, the Piano Life Saver is one of the most effective and proven systems I can recommend.