Once you've purchased your violin, make sure you take good care of it. Violins are relatively delicate instruments, and improper care can cause serious damage over time. There's more to violin care than we have space to talk about here, so we recommend every violin owner does some thorough research into violin care. We do, however, have a few tips to get you started.Keep your violin free of dirt and dust, using only violin-friendly cleaning products.Change the strings on your violin once every six to 12 months.Don't expose your violin to extreme hot or cold for extended periods of time to avoid cracks and/or warping.Violins should ideally be stored at between 45% and 50% relative humidity. Consider getting a humidifier or dehumidifier if you're serious about keeping your instrument in top-notch condition.