Steps to Create the Template:  

You must place an order and select custom made.  An email will be sent with the address of the warehouse to mail your template to.

1. Materials:

   • Brown paper or newspaper

   • Scotch tape

   • Measuring tape

   • Pencil or marker

2. Preparation:

   • Clear the area around the piano to give yourself space.

   • Ensure the piano lid is closed securely.

   • Cut a large piece of brown paper or newspaper that will cover the entire lid. You may need to use multiple pieces of paper, depending on the size of the lid.

3. Placement:

   • Lay the paper across the closed piano lid. Use scotch tape to secure the edges of the paper, making sure it’s held firmly in place without wrinkles or shifts.

4. Marking the Pattern:

   • Once the paper is securely taped, use a pencil or marker to trace around the extreme outer edges of the closed lid of the grand piano. This will give you the basic outline of the piano lid.

   • Make sure the paper is fully stretched and evenly placed so your tracing is accurate.

5. Cutting the Pattern:

   • After you’ve traced the shape of the lid, carefully cut around the entire traced line using scissors or a utility knife.

   • You now have a template that corresponds to the lid of the piano.

6. Measurements:

   • We require 5 measurements, see diagram below.

7. Labeling:

   • Write the Piano Manufacturer’s Name (e.g., Steinway, Yamaha, etc.) and the piano size (e.g., 7' grand, 6'3" grand) clearly on the paper.

   • Make sure the text is legible and placed in a spot where it won't be cut off when the template is used.