Although piano makers began using plastic keytops as early as the 1930s, it wasn’t until 1989 that the import and sale of elephant ivory became illegal. We are able to perform limited fills and repairs using ivory reclaimed from old pianos. However if you are using your piano regularly we recommend replacement with high-quality Japanese PMMA acrylic. It is available in a new white shade as well as an off-white ivory shade. We can also replace your existing plastic keytops – with new acrylic or synthetic ivory. Please contact us for a quote using the form below (jump to form). •
$30/key for high-quality acrylic (pictured)
for all 52 white keys ($1560*)
Partial Replacement — See Below
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1 Keytop: $160, 2-4 Keytops: $90 each, 5-9 Keytops: $75 each, 10-22 Keytops: $70 each, 23+: equal to full keyboard rate
Ivory replacement pieces: $100 each, limit 10 per piano.
*Add 1 service call ($140) for reinstallation 3-4 weeks later, as needed. For example, if you need a cleaning ($140) or other repair in addition to a tuning, we would postpone it to the 2nd appointment so we would not need to charge for the full service call, just the the labour to reinstall, likely 1/2 hour ($70) for a full keyboard or 1/4 hour ($35) for up to 15 keys.
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Formally educated through the University of Western Ontario’s Piano Technology Program, Michael Ruttle is a master-level piano technician experienced in every facet of piano tuning, maintenance and repair. His work can be heard in major venues across Alberta as well as in schools, churches, community centres, restaurants, lounges, on Disney+, and in thousands of private homes — on pianos ranging from the simplest of spinets for first-time students, to the most elaborate concert grands for seasoned performers.
My experience as a technician has taught me to appreciate the subtle complexities of this unique instrument, and to understand the needs of pianists and piano owners. I respect and value an honourable reputation by holding myself and my team to a quality work standard. We look forward to providing you with prompt and professional piano tuning, maintenance, repair, restoration, moving and storage services.
—Mike Ruttle