How to Make a Viola Tennis Racket

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Get rid of all the extra bits.

   The extra bits are the chin rest, the bridge, the strings and the pegs.
   
   You won't be needing them for this project.
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   Step 2: Fill the inside of the viola with expanding builders foam.

   There are plenty of good makes at your local hardware store.
   
   As it expands, the excess foam starts to come out.
   
   Make sure it is completely full and then leave it overnight to set. , This will require a little force but it should break off fairly easily.
   
   Then give the viola a good scrape to remove any excess foam that's stuck to the outside.
   
   If you gently tap it with your knuckle, it should produce a nice, solid sound. , Ultra tough is good.
   
   Make sure you give it a thorough coating.
   
   Two coats will do it.
   
   Leave it to set. , A good tip is to make sure you start right at the end of the peg box by the scroll which creates a longer handle which is really useful if you play with a double hand, forehand or backhand Take care to finish it off nicely. , You should have a beautifully finished Viola Tennis Racket! It should be hard and durable yet light and easy to use! It will even pack away nicely in your racket bag!
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   Step 3: Once it's set

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   Step 4: gently break off the excess foam.

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   Step 5: Apply hard polyurethane varnish to the body of the viola.

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   Step 6: Cover the neck with good quality tennis grip.

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   Step 7: Finished!

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