Violin Care

A good violin care habit is essential for your violin to be good condition for years to come, and to perform at its best whenever being played.

As violins can come at expensive prices, it is logical to develop habits to protect and maintain it. Maintaining and preserving violins also make them look new and elegant.

Good violin care and preservation has allowed centuries-old antique violins to be in top quality, be it showing the unique craftsmanship of their luthiers, or producing dynamic tones.

Here, let us show you some tips and techniques to take care of your violin, and some 'do-it-yourself' simple methods you can use to repair your violin, if needed.

Take a look...

• How to change violin strings?

  Violin strings wear and tear after playing for some time, and we have to replace new ones often too. Learn how you can easily replace a string yourself, and some important notes to take!

• How should I store my violin if I'm not playing?

  When the violin is not played, it is best to store it in a proper way, so that the violin will still sound at its best, when you decide to play it. There are some of the precautions you should take note too...

• How to take care of my bow? Bow rehairing?

  Other than the instrument itself, the bow also plays a major role in playing the violin. Hence, taking care of the bow is essential too. Learn these 3 secrets professional violinists use to protect the bow...

• How to clean and polish my violin and bow?

  Cleaning and polishing your instrument and its parts allow it to keep clear of dusts and stains. Here are some useful and simple 'do-it-yourself'methods you can use...

• Should I get an insurance for my violin?
  
  Violin insurance provides additional coverage and protection for your violin and bow. What should you consider and look out for before you get a violin insurance?

These are the simple methods any violinists can do it themselves. However, it is always recommended to get a professional to do repairs if one is not competent and confident to do so. Don't risk your violin!

As always, feel free to contact us if you have new techniques to share, or have more questions regarding violin care.