Published 12 October 2026, updated 16 October 2026 · 2 minute read · Written for buyers, not for any one instrument
Measure the room your piano actually uses.
Check the temperature and relative humidity beside the piano at different times, including when air conditioning is on and off. Record the readings for your technician; an outdoor weather figure does not establish the conditions inside your room.
Kawai's Shigeru care manual explains that extremes and fluctuations can affect the action, tuning and metal components. Use the care instructions for your own instrument when choosing a target range or a humidity-control device.
Choose the position before delivery.
Kawai's manual advises firm, level flooring, protection from direct sun and rain, and avoiding direct hot-air exposure. Check window light and cooling vents when assessing a position in your home.
- Check the final room and the delivery route together.
- Ask how much clearance this piano needs and whether the chosen wall is suitable.
- Look for direct sun, open-window rain exposure and airflow onto the case.
- Keep drinks and vases away from the piano.
Use a schedule for the instrument.
Yamaha advises at least annual tuning and two tunings in the first year after purchase. Kawai recommends two to four a year, adjusted for environment and use. These are manufacturer recommendations, not a fixed Music Companion package.
Tell the technician when it was last tuned, whether it has moved and what you hear or feel when playing. Ask whether tuning, pitch adjustment or another service is appropriate before agreeing the work.
Sources: Yamaha tuning guidance and Kawai tuning and care FAQ. For a service enquiry, see Music Companion piano tuning.
Separate everyday care from servicing.
Yamaha advises gently removing dust and checking suitable products for the piano's finish before polishing. Its key-care guidance advises against alcohol. Kawai reserves cleaning inside the instrument for a qualified technician.
If you notice sticky keys, rust, unusual sounds or a change in response, describe the problem to a technician instead of applying cleaners to the action or strings.
Sources: Yamaha home-care guidance and Kawai care FAQ.
Ask when to check the piano.
Give the technician the move date, previous conditions and any change in pitch or response. Ask when the instrument should be assessed in the new room and whether the delivery quotation includes that visit.
Confirm the service and its price rather than assuming every moved piano needs the same adjustment or waiting period.
Care, answered.
How often should I tune my piano in Singapore?
Follow the guidance for your instrument and ask the technician to consider its use and room conditions. Yamaha advises at least annual tuning; Kawai recommends two to four tunings a year depending on temperature stability, humidity and use.
Do I need a dehumidifier in the piano room?
Measure humidity where the piano stands before assuming the room needs a device. Discuss the readings and any daily changes with a technician, and follow guidance from the instrument manufacturer on suitable controls.
Where should I put a piano in my home?
Choose a firm, level position away from direct sunlight, rain and direct airflow from heating or cooling equipment. Check the care instructions for your instrument and ask about clearance and the conditions in that part of the room.
Can I clean the inside of my piano myself?
Kawai says interior cleaning should be performed by a qualified piano technician. For the exterior and keys, follow the instructions from its manufacturer for the finish and material rather than using household polish or solvents.
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