Floor support needed for baby grand piano?

I had one for many years, no problems, but keep it away from radiators and look into how to keep the wood support from drying out (and cracking).

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dumbogirl | 9 years and 11 months ago

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Hi Brownstoners!

We’re about to purchase a baby grand piano for our parlor floor, and plan to place it in a corner of the front parlor. Does this typically require any floor reinforcement below? Who could help us with this? Thanks in advance for your guidance!

neweco | 9 years and 11 months ago

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How heavy is the unit?

chemosphere | 9 years and 11 months ago

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nah… doesn’t way as much as 6 normal sized people. Just be careful moving it around; if it only has the tiny wheels it can gauge a soft floor.

ps158 | 9 years and 11 months ago

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No. A baby grand is in the 500-600 pound range, so you should be fine.