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A Step-by-Step Guide to Book Repair for Beginners

*This is a narrated video from our previous "Full Reback" video: https://youtu.be/LG4A5AU8BCw This kind of repair is used when the spine if off/loose, and the hinges attaching the boards to the textblock are weakened or detached. Not appropriate for special collections / rare items.
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· Aug 9, 2016
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Book Repair for Beginners: Free Webinar: Save Your Books

Book Repair for Beginners, Foundations for Success. This Webinar shows three important processes. Outer Joint Repair, Inner Hinge Repair, and Loose Page Repair. Chapters: 1:12 Outer Joint Repair 13:40 Inner Hinge Repair 30:33 Loose Page Repair Book Repair and Restoration Resources: 📖 Book Restoration Unveiled: An Essential Guide for ...
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· Nov 30, 2020
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How to Repair Loose Book Hinges | Book Repair and Care 101

DISCLAIMER: If you have particularly valuable, collectible, or sentimental books, I highly recommend taking them to a professional bookbinder for restoration rather than attempting any of these techniques yourself. Not every technique will be appropriate for every book, and I am not an expert in book conservation or restoration, although I do ...
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· May 7, 2020
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Repairing a paperback book

In this video tutorial I'll show you a method of fixing a book that is in rough shape and has its cover seperated from the book spine. So follow along on this lesson of taping a book back together to get it looking good again.
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· Sep 17, 2020
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Repairing a Damaged Book: Simple Fixes and Tips

Learn how to repair a damaged book with easy step-by-step instructions. Stay tuned for more complex repairs! #bookrepair #damagedbooks #bookasaur #booktok Bookasaur 🦕🌈🗡️ Lissa(@bookasaur). original sound - Bookasaur 🦕🌈🗡️ Lissa. This is a very simple repair-I'll be doing a more complicated one soon. #bookrepair # ...
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· Aug 17, 2021
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How to Repair & Rebind a Damaged Paperback as a Hardcover Book

This video walks you through the process of repairing a damaged paperback and rebinding it as a hardcover book. It is intended for complete beginners and shows you how to take the book apart, repair torn pages, re-glue it using the double fan method, insert cords into the spine, rebind it as a hardcover book, and reattach the original covers ...
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· Mar 14, 2021
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How to Rebind a Hardcover Book

This video walks you through the process of rebinding a hardcover book. It is intended for complete beginners and will enable you to give a book a new lease of life if, as often happens, the book block is still in good condition but the cover has become battered. For more on a basic introduction to case binding, see my series below: https://www ...
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· Jun 24, 2020
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Book Repair on a Budget: Spine Repair

The spine of a book takes a beating as it is shelved and unshelved, read and reread, and tossed into bags for easy transport. This is a demonstration of how to replace just the spine of the book. UPDATE: I am so sorry that I didn't see the comments and questions below until much later. The glue is PVA (polyvinyl acetate). You can use regular ...
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· Apr 18, 2018
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Book Repair - How to Reattach a Cover

A quick overview of how I repair hardbound books with detached covers.
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· Jun 20, 2018
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Quick and Easy Repair of a Hardback Bible or Book - Tutorial

Quick and Easy Repair of a Hardback Bible or Book Purchase Bookbinding Glue - https://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_id=114&ipn=icep&toolid=20004&campid=5338477518&mpre=https://www.ebay.com/itm/Book-binding-Glue-PVA-Cold-flex-glue-PH-netrual-printing-equipment/261837476823?hash=item3cf6bad3d7:m:mPQOgAD7O2VtnrbIBJsVYqQ:sc ...
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· Feb 17, 2019
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How to BIND Single Sheets 👉 ​​How to Repair a BOOK [ NO sewing ! ] Bookbinding Tutorial

👉 Learn to repair books with this super easy method!!! . Find all the supplies used in this project HERE 👉 https://www.amazon.com/shop/tramaatelier . (As an Amazon Associate, I earn income from qualifying qualifying purchases) . Supplies: Binder clips https://amzn.to/3V1T5a5 Brush https://amzn.to/3EIyxxA PVA Adhesive https://amzn.to ...
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· May 24, 2023
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Book Repair on a Budget: Tipping in Loose Pages

Over time, publisher's bindings can fail and pages become detached. This is a demonstration of how to re-adhere or "tip in" loose pages. UPDATE: I am so sorry for leaving out the name of the adhesive. You want to use a polyvinyl acetate (PVA) type glue. It dries clear and remains flexible when dry. Regular school glue works, but a more archival ...
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· Apr 18, 2018
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Tipping-in a Torn-out Page | Demco Book Repair

Learn to reattach a full book page that has been torn out using these instructions. The supplies featured in this video are: Demco Norbond https://www.demco.com/demco-reg-norbond-trade-liquid-plastic-adhesive-glue Waxed paper https://www.demco.com/waxed-paper-for-book-repair Mending stick https://www.demco.com/book-repair-mending-sticks To shop ...
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· Sep 23, 2022
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Book Repair on a Budget: Consolidating a Textblock

Sometimes, publishers' bindings tend to break apart at the spine where the adhesive fails or spine linings age. This is a demonstration of how to repair the textblock (pages of the book) when it has split. UPDATE: I am so sorry that I left out the name of the glue. It is polyvinyl acetate or PVA. White school glue, such as Elmer's, is PVA. Or ...
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· Apr 18, 2018
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How to Straighten Skewed Book Spines | Book Repair and Care 101

DISCLAIMER: If you have particularly valuable, collectible, or sentimental books, I highly recommend taking them to a professional bookbinder for restoration rather than attempting any of these techniques yourself. Not every technique will be appropriate for every book, and I am not an expert in book conservation or restoration, although I do ...
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· May 14, 2020
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Repairing Torn Pages | Demco Book Repair

Mend torn book pages easily using this tutorial. The supplies featured in this video are: Demco Norbond https://www.demco.com/demco-reg-norbond-trade-liquid-plastic-adhesive-glue Waxed paper https://www.demco.com/waxed-paper-for-book-repair Cheesecloth https://www.demco.com/demco-reg-soft-paste-cloth Bone folder https://www.demco.com/plastic ...
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· Sep 23, 2022
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Book Repair on a Budget: Paperback Corner Repair

Paperback bindings are a great way for publishers to put books on the market relatively inexpensively, but the covers are easily worn and tattered. This is a demonstration of how to repair the cover corners of a paperback book. UPDATE: Following is a list of resources for repairing books: https://uncg.libguides.com/preservationservices ...
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· Apr 18, 2018
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Quick and easy ways to fix a books binding

This tutorial will show you quick and easy ways to fix a books binding.
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· Jan 20, 2017
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Repairing a Broken Hinge

Has one of the cover hinges broken completely away in one of your library books? In this excerpt from the Demco Collection Care Guide, learn how to use binder tape, such as Demco Single-Stitched Binder Tape, to reconnect and reinforce the cover hinge and get your book back into circulation. For the book repair supplies that you need for this ...
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· Aug 3, 2010
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How to Reattach a Book Cover

A short video tutorial on how to reattach the cover to a hardcover book.
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· Aug 29, 2011
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Repairing a Torn Page in a Book | Book Care and Repair 101

How to repair a torn page in a book (or anywhere else!) DISCLAIMER: If you have particularly valuable, collectible, or sentimental books, I highly recommend taking them to a professional bookbinder for restoration rather than attempting any of these techniques yourself. Not every technique will be appropriate for every book, and I am not an ...
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· Sep 20, 2023
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Reattaching a Torn-Off Cover

Have both cover hinges broken completely away in one of your library books? In this excerpt from the Demco Collection Care Guide, learn how to use binder tape, such as Demco Double-Stitched Binder Tape, to reconnect the entire cover hinge and get your book back into circulation. For the book repair supplies that you need for this project, visit ...
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· Aug 3, 2010
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How to Repair a Book

This hands-on session at the Delaware Public Archives will equip you with essential skills to address common book issues, including hinging covers back into place, tipping in torn-out pages, and repairing rips and tears. You'll also gain valuable insights into assessing when a repair is appropriate versus when it might be time to consider ...
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· Oct 30, 2024
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How to Fix a Loose Cover on a Modern Book | Save Your Books DIY Repair Tutorial

Learn the correct way to reattach a loose cover on a modern book without damaging it! In this preview from the Save Your Books course, Sophia Bogle walks you through the process of securing a detached cover by focusing on reinforcing the spine and end sheet connection. This simple but effective technique ensures a lasting repair. If you're ...
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· Jul 31, 2020
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Book Repair on a Budget: Interior Hinge Repair

When a book is well loved, sometimes the textblock starts to pull away from the covers at the hinges inside the front and back covers. This is a demonstration of how you can tighten those hinges. UPDATE: I am so sorry that I left out the name of the glue. It is polyvinyl acetate or PVA. White school glue, such as Elmer's, is PVA. Or, for a more ...
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· Apr 18, 2018
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How to Repair Cracked Hinges | Book Repair and Care 101

DISCLAIMER: If you have particularly valuable, collectible, or sentimental books, I highly recommend taking them to a professional bookbinder for restoration rather than attempting any of these techniques yourself. Not every technique will be appropriate for every book, and I am not an expert in book conservation or restoration, although I do ...
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· Sep 11, 2020
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Book Repair on a Budget: Hardcover Corner Repair

As the covers of hardcover books get worn, the fore edge corners start fray and delaminate. This is a demonstration of how to repair the corners. UPDATE: I am so sorry that I left out the name of the resources. The glue is polyvinyl acetate or PVA. White school glue, such as Elmer's, is PVA. Or, for a more archival version, search for neutral ...
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· Apr 18, 2018
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Patching a Damaged Page | Demco Book Repair

Use this repair technique to mend fragile book pages or book pages with significant damage using repair tissue. The supplies featured in this video are: Demco Norbond https://www.demco.com/demco-reg-norbond-trade-liquid-plastic-adhesive-glue Repair tissue https://www.demco.com/book-repair-tissue-paper Paste brush https://www.demco.com/demco-reg ...
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· Sep 23, 2022
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Repairing Cut or Torn Pages with Adhesive

Do you have a torn page in one of your library books? In this excerpt from the Demco Collection Care Guide, learn how to use adhesive, such as Demco Norbond™ Liquid Plastic Adhesive Glue, to repair the page and get your book back into circulation. For the book repair supplies that you need for this project, visit demco.com and search for the ...
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· Jun 18, 2010
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step-by-step simple book repair - beginner friendly

if you've ever wanted to fix or repair crack hinges or exposed netting of the binding like the book i had in this video, here’s a simple step-by-step repairing process that i found could be time consuming at first but will certainly add more strength and durability to the book in the long run. i hope the whole process is clear and easy to ...
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· Oct 22, 2022
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How to Straighten Warped Hardbacks | Book Repair and Care 101

DISCLAIMER: If you have particularly valuable, collectible, or sentimental books, I highly recommend taking them to a professional bookbinder for restoration rather than attempting any of these techniques yourself. Not every technique will be appropriate for every book, and I am not an expert in book conservation or restoration, although I do ...
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· May 16, 2022
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How 100-Year-Old Books Are Professionally Restored | Refurbished

Sophia Bogle is a professional book restorer. She shows us how to restore a 120-year-old book. This includes deconstructing the book, repainting the cover, soaking and cleaning the pages in water, and reassembling the cover and pages. https://www.youtube.com/user/DIYbookrepair https://saveyourbooks.com/ https://www.instagram.com/saveyourbooks ...
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· Jan 23, 2021
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#9: Repairing Loose and Torn Book Pages - Raeco How to Video

Available at https://shop.raeco.com.au/categories/book-covering-and-repair
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· Jun 13, 2017
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How to Repair a Book's Binding

Learn how to repair a book's binding with this guide from wikiHow: https://www.wikihow.com/Repair-a-Book's-Binding Follow our social media channels to find more interesting, easy, and helpful guides! Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/wikihow/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wikihow/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wikihow Facebook ...
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· Oct 16, 2020
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How to Repair a Torn Page in a Book Without Using Tape

Learn how to repair a scarf tear (a beveled edge tear) in a book without using tape. This step-by-step tutorial is perfect for beginners and covers everything from aligning the tear to applying paste and reinforcing the repair with Japanese tissue. For more in-depth tutorials, check out the courses linked below for comprehensive DIY book repair ...
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· Jun 2, 2016
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How to Repair a Vintage Paperback | Book Repair and Care 101

DISCLAIMER: If you have particularly valuable, collectible, or sentimental books, I highly recommend taking them to a professional bookbinder for restoration rather than attempting any of these techniques yourself. Not every technique will be appropriate for every book, and I am not an expert in book conservation or restoration, although I do ...
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· Oct 12, 2019
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How to repair book jackets

Video about book care and repair and lots of things to do with books and my bookshop. This is about repairing dustjackets www.harrowdenbooks.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harrowdenbooks
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· Nov 30, 2020
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#6: How to Repair Worn Book Spines and Corners - Raeco How to Video

Available at https://shop.raeco.com.au/categories/book-covering-and-repair
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· Jun 13, 2017
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How to Fix Paperback Covers

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· Jan 1, 2009
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How to repair torn pages in a book | Without sticky tape

Without using sticky tape, you can easily repair torn pages in a book. In this video you will find a trick for invisible repair of a torn page without using sticky tape. Hope this video will help you a lot to repair you book.
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· Aug 15, 2020
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Bookbinding - Paper Repairs

This video shows how I approach simple paper repairs - filling in missing areas and also dealing with small paper tears. Although I am not a qualified conservator and there are other ways to do this, I find this approach to be a practical method for straightforward in-situ repairs. The hard bit is often finding the right kind of paper to fill ...
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· Jun 17, 2020
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How to Restore Color to Clothbound Books | Book Repair and Care 101

Do you have any clothbound books that have become faded or spotty in color? Here's how to fix - or at least improve - them! DISCLAIMER: If you have particularly valuable, collectible, or sentimental books, I highly recommend taking them to a professional bookbinder for restoration rather than attempting any of these techniques yourself. Not ...
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· Feb 25, 2023
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How to Fix Broken and Torn Books: A Teacher Mom's Easy Guide

In today's episode I talk all about how to fix broken and torn books. The biggest problem that kids have with books, is that they break them so easily. My goal for today is to show you a few tricks that will help you to save a few books that are on their way out. I share several examples of common book tears and how to repair them. Feel free to ...
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· Sep 25, 2021
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Cover One Book Repair System | For Schools, Libraries & More

Discover what many schools, libraries and institutions have learned about better book repair. Repair and restore loose pages in damaged books with the Cover One Book Repair System! In only 10 minutes from start to back-in-use-condition, this process can restore any size of damaged book with loose pages to better than it was brand new, and all ...
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· Feb 20, 2015
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How to Reattach Loose Pages in a Bible: Step-by-Step Guide

In this video, learn how to reattach a loose signature in a Bible, using PVA glue and mull. Follow along as I show the sewing method and provide tips for securely reattaching pages. ️ Products Used: Archival PVA Glue: Jade 403 4 oz.: https://saveyourbooks.com/product/archival-glue-jade-403-4-oz/ - $9.99 📚 Bible Repair Courses: All Bible ...
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· Mar 10, 2016
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DIY Paperback Book Repair Hack

Update: I didn't know back then about repairing the correct way: with mulberry/rice paper and pH neutral adhesive glue, but now I do. Please watch this instead: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQ9AMmYxg1I Glue spine and cracked pages with neutral pH archival glue, bind, dry overnight, then tape with clear packing tape. Save paperback book ...
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· Jan 27, 2016
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How to Repair a Book Spine and Cover Quickly

Learn how to easily repair a book spine and cover in just a few minutes, plus drying time, in this tutorial. Perfect for librarians and book lovers! #fixingbooks #tornbook #librarianlife The Contoured Librarian(@thecontouredlibrarian). original sound - The Contoured Librarian. Reply to @restoreadsalot repairing the cover and spine in just a ...
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· Mar 24, 2022
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Fixing Warped Paperback Book Spine In 3 Minutes

The easiest solution for fixing warped or curved paperback book spines with a heat gun. https://www.instagram.com/bcmastercrafts/ (Music : bensound.com)
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· Apr 14, 2021
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Bookbinding Tips & Tricks - 14 Helpful Hints - Things I Wish I Knew When I Started

Hi everybody, welcome back to the bindery! I first began bookbinding in 2018 and in those early days I had more enthusiasm than knowledge and so of course I made a lot of mistakes. I've learned a lot since then, and though I still make mistakes, I tend not to make the same ones. This video is a collection of some of the techniques that I wish I ...
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· Jan 27, 2023
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Repairing Worn Spines

Do you need to reattach a flapping spine or repair a damaged spine on one of your library books? In this excerpt from the Demco Collection Care Guide, learn how to use tape, such as Demco Fastape® Repair Tape and Demco Filament Tape, to fix the spine and get your book back into circulation. For the book repair supplies that you need for this ...
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· Jun 21, 2010