How hot is too hot for a piano

PIANOS AND TEMPERATURE Room temperatures of low to mid 70's in the summer and mid to upper 60's in the winter are ideal but unless pianos are exposed to extreme heat of above 90 degrees, or close to freezing cold temperatures under 38 degrees, for extended periods of time they are not likely to be damaged.

1. Can heat damage a piano?
2. How hot can pianos get?
3. What does heat do to a piano?
4. Can a piano be stored in a hot garage?

Can heat damage a piano?

Because pianos are primarily made of wood, they are very sensitive to changes in humidity and temperature. ... Exposing your piano to unstable humidity levels and temperatures can also damage other materials in your piano. Very hot temperatures can cause the felt on the piano's hammers to loosen.

How hot can pianos get?

Temperature & Humidity.

Fortunately, pianos are built to withstand varying conditions, but they thrive on room temperature of between 70-75 degrees. But as long as they are not exposed to temperatures below 40 or above 90 for an extended period of time, they will likely not be harmed.

What does heat do to a piano?

Heat causes piano strings to grow slightly, much like running hot water over the metal rings on jars loosen them. Warmer weather also prompts the wood in pianos to grow and become somewhat distorted. Humidity likewise affects pianos. High levels of moisture in the air causes the soundboard to swell.

Can a piano be stored in a hot garage?

Pianos should never be stored in a garage unless they are also climate controlled. Storing a piano in a garage can effectively ruin the entire instrument. Pianos are very sensitive to humidity levels and high temperatures. ... The wood of the instrument would swell, as well as the keys.