Sunday, November 2, 2008

Piano Bench Cushions - Great Joy from Comfy Seating

By Chuck R Stewart

Choosing the right piano bench cushion is very simple. It can add style to any room in your home. Piano benches by themselves can be a hard surface to sit on. Using piano bench cushions can add comfort by giving the piano player a more comfortable place to sit. A player will naturally play longer. Have fun with choosing a piano bench cushion. The only tough decision will be deciding how many you want to have.

There are several different designs that a person can choose from. Many designs will let your friends know what type of music lover that you are. My father had two passions in life, one was playing piano and the other was playing golf. He played them both very well. His piano bench cover naturally had a golf theme. It was a gift from all of the kids and it became quite a talking piece in our family room. It went very well with the decor. My Dad would always play the piano any chance he could. Take time to pick out your own cushion. There will always be a style to match any theme.

Another good reason to have a piano bench cover is to raise the height of a smaller player. Many younger players can develop bad habits when they are younger because of the larger size of the piano. Piano bench covers come in different sizes of thickness. A thicker bench cover will raise the young piano player to the correct height giving the player the benefit of having his or her arms and hands in the proper alignment, making it easier to play.

A lot of times I have heard people wanting to replace an unsightly piano bench for several diverse reasons. Piano benches made of wood can be easily damaged by age, abuse, or even dogs and cats. A person will want to replace an ugly bench as it can detract from the piano.

A better idea would be to purchase a piano bench cover. Just by simply adding the cover it can add to the look of the piano. Having a piano is a long term investment. If a persons decorating mood changes it is also inexpensive and easy to change the piano cover. There are several different sizes and colors to choose from. The possibilities are endless.

A very comfortable setting is best. A person will do an activity or skill longer if comfortable, just as a runner or walker will walk farther if they are wearing a comfortable pair of shoes. I have spoke to many professional musicians and they agree that they will play better and longer being comfortable using a piano bench cover. There are several advantages to purchasing a piano bench cover. For people who love a customized, personalized look a piano bench cover can come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, sizes and designs. The style choices are endless and you can easily find the right one for you! - 15252

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