Eavestaff Mini Piano

[Polly_McN]

I am the proud owner of an Eavestaff mini piano which I acquired second hand at the age of 7 (50 years ago!).
Unfortunately, having been moved several times to different houses with and without central heating it now requires a new board etc etc.
We are having difficulty finding someone to do the work even if we are prepared to pay for it.
It is of sentimental value but I wonder if I am kidding myself and it really isnt worth doing anything with (opportunities to play it have been limited in recent years but I had hoped to do more now that I have retired).
Any comments will be appreciated - in particular how to find a reputable restorer willing to deal with the vagaries of this small piano if we decide to proceed.
Many thanks & best wishes to all.

[PianoGuy]

They're not worth anything really, unless the casework is special. The cost of restoration will be more than final value.

Search for "Eavestaff Minipiano" on this site and I'm sure you'll unearth some gems of advice.

[Barrie Heaton]

We are having difficulty finding someone to do the work even if we are prepared to pay for it. .

Why am I not surprised - it take twice as long just to do the action but....... I did go out to a Kemble Min the other month what had been done by these guys Titterington Peck Pianos must have cost a boom as she had the case polyesterd as well as some action work.

It is of sentimental value but I wonder if I am kidding myself and it really isnt worth doing anything with

to be honest you will be disappointed no matter how much you spend and you will be looking at 3K you can get some nice pianos for 3K

Barrie,