Piano dust covers protect against dust, liquid spills, and scratches and are available in various sizes (for keyboards, upright and grand pianos). Most covers are made of stretchable material and can be used for keyboards of different sizes and brands. Covers for grand pianos are available in a variety of fabric materials.
Dust Covers for Portable Keyboards & Pianos
Most keyboard owners leave the keyboard on the stand in one corner of their room (once they are done playing).
While its okay to do that, you should at least use a dust cover on top of it, so that no one accidentally spills any liquid on it. The same goes, when you’re on stage. If you want to take a break, you’re going to leave the keyboard on the stand itself. At that time, you need to have a dust cover that you can place on top of your keyboard.
Electronic keyboards in general are built for a long life! In fact, products of some of the popular brands last for years and years. However, just like any other electronic instrument, dust can be harmful to the health of your musical instrument.
Dust covers do a great job of keeping dust away and ensure that the keyboard beneath will always look like new. Piano keyboard dust cover fits most keyboard like a glove, and is quite easy to put it on or remove it.
You get a range of soft as well as hard covers for various needs – offer protection while travelling/gigging, provide a water-resistant barrier or keep dust away from the knobs and faders:
- Most piano keyboard covers are made from stretchable (spandex / lycra) material. Some dust covers even comes with storage back, so it goes back in that storage bag when not in use.
- Professional grade keyboard covers are a must for gigging musicians to protect their expensive keyboards.
Maintenance tip: Once in a while you will need to shake off the dust from the cover, so that even the cover looks nice and clean.
- Kaces Stretchy Keyboard Dust Cover-Small (49-61 Key)
- Piano Keyboard Dust Cover For 61/76/88 Keys: Stretchable with Nylon cord to tighten. Machine washable.
- On Stage Keyboard Dust Cover for 88 Key Keyboards: A popular dust cover that fits most 76-88 key models. Comes with a built-in bag, plastic cord and locking clasp.
- Gator Cases Stretchy Keyboard Dust Covers: Made of Stretchy Lycra/Spandex material with adjustable Shock Cord for nice fit.
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Grand Piano Cover: Buying Guide
Choosing a keyboard cover for most portable keyboards is easier as a standard stretchable one fits most keyboards. You have options of going in for a 61 or 76 key keyboard cover or an 88 key keyboard cover.
But when it comes to pianos, upright and grand pianos can be of different sizes so you need to order an upright piano cover or grand piano cover that fits your piano perfectly.
Also, when you are a proud owner of the best piano, you need to take care of it in the best possible manner.
You can choose from a range of upright as well as Grand Piano Covers that offer protection from scratch, dust, spills and also look elegant, to complement the piano.
Grand piano covers feature extra-thick padding, have a hard wearing and washable exterior with fleece lined inside to protect the case of the piano. You can also choose from a wide selection of fabric materials.
You must use a cover when the piano is not in use, especially in environments where liquids may spill on the piano, such as banquet halls, restaurants, multi-purpose room, church halls, etc. These covers also offer added protection from too much moisture in the room.
The most common material when it comes to fabric of a piano cover is vinyl, very easy to wipe it clean using a damp cloth or even using a vacuum cleaner. These are also lightweight so Grand piano covers made of vinyl are easier to remove and place on the piano. But if water is a big concern for you and really want your piano cover to be water-resistant then you can use Kiwi Camp Dry to the cover to make the material totally water-proof.
The most common colors that are available are black, ebony and brown, so you may choose one of these colors for your piano cover. Though color is a personal choice if your piano is ebony colored, then you should preferably get a black cover. But if the decor of your room calls for another color then please feel free to go with that color to complement the decor.
It is possible to order custom made upright or grand piano cover where you can specify whether you want the cover that goes all the way to the floor or not. Obviously this would cost extra, but you do have this option especially if you live in a very dusty area. You also have the option of protecting the legs of your piano by purchasing separate leg covers.
Locking Straps are particularly important if you expect children to be near the piano. These act as a barrier in case the kids are tempted to remove the cover to play the piano. Most hotels, schools, churches have expensive pianos so adding locking straps to the piano covers just makes it more safe.
Piano repair and maintenance can be an expensive affair so investing in a good piano cover is a small price to keep it safe.
Clairevoire Grandeur: Classic Premium Velvet Grand Piano Cover
Best High-End Grand Piano Cover.
The Clairevoire Grandeur is a classic and premium velvet grand piano cover for pianos such as Yamaha GB1 / GB1K / GA1 / CN151PE [151cm |5 Ft]
Clairevoire piano covers use high-grade materials, provides a combination of functionality and aesthetics.
Foldovers by the sides allow the keyboard to be easily accessed without the hassle of removing the cover.
Premium Velvet Grand Piano Cover (by Yajun)
Best Inexpensive Grand Piano Cover.
The velvet piano cover keeps your grand piano clean and tidy, protects it from scratches and blemishes, protects its internal parts, and also protects the piano from direct sunlight and protect the piano lacquer.
It is available in various sizes (S-62.9″/L-78.7″) and available in red and black color. Made from durable fabrics.
ESYUEL Grand Piano Full Cover
ESYUEL Grand Piano Full Cover is made of taffeta and features waterproof coating fabric on the outside, and soft and fluffy cellucotton on the inside. It has a quilted diamond pattern exterior with a satin look and feel, and a smooth inner lining. It is easy to wash by hand or machine, and easy to fold and store when not in use.
The piano cover comes in different sizes and colors, and you can choose the one that fits your piano and your preference.
NKTM Grand Piano Dust Protective Cover Cloth
Looks classy, made of velvet material on the outside, and soft and fluffy cellucotton on the inside. Measures 65″ x 59″ x 20″.
It is soft and durable – provides protection for grand piano from scratch and dust. Resistant to dirt, dark color won’t show dirt easily.
It has a quilted diamond pattern exterior with a satin look and feel, and a smooth inner lining. It is easy to wash by hand or machine, and easy to fold and store when not in use.
Black Quilted Grand Piano Cover
Perfect for Pianos sized 4’10” to 5’2″, this black quilted Grand Piano Cover is made of high quality nylon with a soft, snag-proof polypropylene backing to provide soft contact with the piano finish. Made of the highest quality, it provides protection from dust and scratches, and is perfect for use in churches, home, concert halls, classrooms, etc.
YAMAHA Grand Piano Cover for C1, C2 and C3 series
You get covers designed to fit YAMAHA Grand Piano C1-series and C2-series pianos. These will not fit other grand piano models. These covers looks great on the piano and doesn’t have a bulky look. It looks elegant and has a beautiful Yamaha logo. Provides protection from dust and scratches, and a must-have for your Yamaha grand piano.
The The Yamaha C3 grand piano cover is designed to cover a Yamaha C3 piano (which measures 6’1″ in length). The cover is made out of a black padded, quilted material–with the outer layer being made of nylon, in a 4″ diamond pattern. The inner layer is black in color, and has a soft material to prevent any damage to your piano. Side splits – allow you to play the piano without taking entire cover off.
Kawai RX2 Grand Piano Cover
Kawai RX2 piano cover measures 5’10” in length. Its made of black padded, quilted material–with the outer layer being made of nylon, in a 4″ diamond pattern. The inner layer is a soft material to prevent any damage to your piano. This piano cover features side splits, which allow you to flip open the front of the piano cover to expose the keyboard, so that you can play the piano without having to take the entire piano cover off. Quilted covers are the most attractive, suitable for any home setting, as well as churches, schools, or anywhere.
Steinway Grand Piano Cover Model M 5’7″
High quality black quilted grand piano cover, manufactured of high quality nylon with a soft, snag-proof polypropylene backing that provides soft contact with the piano finish. Perfect for churches, concert halls, classrooms, etc. It looks much more attractive than a plain vinyl cover; very professional looking. This Grand Piano Cover fits Steinway M grand pianos measuring 5’7″.
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