Kenny’s fret dressing is a precision service that restores the smoothness, accuracy, and consistency of a guitar’s frets. Over time, frets can develop wear, uneven spots, or sharp edges that affect playability and cause buzzing or dead notes.

During a fret dressing, the frets are carefully leveled, crowned, and polished to ensure each note rings cleanly and feels smooth under the fingers. This process improves intonation, reduces unwanted noise, and allows for lower, more comfortable action without sacrificing clarity.

A complete fret dressing may include:

• Leveling frets to correct uneven wear and eliminate buzzing

• Re-crowning to restore proper fret shape and note accuracy

• Polishing for smooth feel and reduced string friction

• Edge dressing to remove sharp fret ends and improve comfort

• Playability check to ensure consistent response across the fretboard

The result is a guitar that plays cleaner, feels smoother, and meets the highest standards of guitar playability.

Kenny’s professional guitar setup ensures your instrument plays comfortably, sounds balanced, and performs at its full potential. Each setup is tailored to the individual player, accounting for playing style, string preference, and musical needs, with a focus on achieving the highest standards of guitar playability.

A complete setup may include:

• Neck adjustment to achieve proper relief and stability

• String height (action) optimization for comfort, control, and accuracy

• Intonation adjustment to ensure correct tuning across the fretboard

• Nut and fret evaluation for clean notes and consistent feel

• Hardware inspection and adjustment to support reliability and performance

The result is a guitar that feels easier to play, stays in tune, and responds consistently across the entire neck.

A re-fret is a comprehensive restoration service in which worn or damaged frets are completely replaced to return a guitar to peak playability. When fret wear becomes too advanced for dressing, a re-fret provides a fresh foundation for accuracy, comfort, and long-term performance.

Kenny uses premium stainless steel fret wire, chosen for its exceptional durability, smooth feel, and resistance to wear. Stainless steel frets maintain their shape far longer than traditional materials, offering consistent tone and playability over time with minimal maintenance.

A complete re-fret may include:

• Removal of worn frets with care to protect the fretboard

• Precision installation of stainless steel fret wire

• Leveling, crowning, and polishing for clean, accurate notes

• Fret end shaping and edge dressing for comfort and smooth feel

• Final playability evaluation and setup to ensure optimal performance

The result is a guitar that plays like new, responds consistently across the neck, and is built to meet the highest standards of guitar playability for years to come.

Custom guitar work addresses the unique needs of each instrument, whether restoring a well-loved guitar, improving performance, or completing specialized modifications. These projects are approached with care, precision, and respect for the original build, with the goal of preserving character while enhancing playability and reliability.

Custom work may include:

• Instrument restoration to revive vintage or heavily played guitars

• Structural repairs to address cracks, joint issues, or stability concerns

• Neck, fretboard, or hardware modifications to improve feel and performance

• Electronics repair or upgrades for clarity, balance, and reliability

• Playability optimization tailored to the player’s style and needs

• Evaluation and consultation to determine the best path forward for each instrument

Every custom project begins with careful assessment and clear communication. The result is thoughtful, lasting work that respects the instrument’s history while meeting the highest standards of guitar playability.