I think it is awesome for a son. Why don't you try the actual piano key border that was put on the board in the past couple of weeks. I asked for permission to use the pattern and she graciously permitted use of it. The only thing, it takes time but, is very beautiful. It looks as if you can sit down and start playing the piano when you get finished with it. I am using it on a D9P with musical fabrics and it looks great. Just my opinion though, Hester