Hardcover books are more complex in their construction than most paperback books so the repairs can sometimes be more involved. I have listed here the techniques that are covered on this site and I do encourage you to seek the assistance of bookbinders if you are unsure of whether to repair your book or not.
There are many basic repair techniques listed in the Book Repair Basics section – if you can’t find what you need here, it may be listed there.
Adhesives and Repair Tissue
When applying adhesive to Japanese repair tissue, choose a brush that matches the size of the surface. If the area ...
Attaching the Endpapers
Endpapers can be attached to the text block in several ways. The two most common methods of attaching endpapers are either ...
Binding Pamphlets and Booklets Part 1
Over the next few posts I will talk about methods of binding pamphlets, booklets or single pages of information into ...
Binding Pamphlets and Booklets Part 2
Punching Sewing Holes in Pamphlet Materials Center Folded Materials For items that are center folded, a punching jig and signature ...
Binding Pamphlets and Booklets Part 3
THE THREE HOLE PAMPHLET STITCH Choose the three hole stitch for fairly thin material that is less than 7” tall. A ...
Binding Pamphlets and Booklets Part 4
THE FIVE HOLE PAMPHLET STITCH The instructions for the five hole pamphlet stitch use a one signature pamphlet. The same sewing ...
Binding Pamphlets and Booklets Part 5
Sewing Multiple Signature Pamphlets Into Binders A multiple-signature pamphlet that is side sewn or side stapled can be punched or drilled ...
Book Board/Corner Repairs
The book board used in book case construction consists of many layers of board. If the book cloth is damaged ...
Book Cloth Corner Repairs
After the corner book board is repaired, cut a piece of new book cloth to cover the repair. The grain of ...
Book Construction – Part 1
Books are constructed in several ways. Many repair materials work best on certain kinds of paper or in specific parts ...
Book Construction – Part 2
Book Paper and Book Cloth Many types of paper or book cloth can be used in manufacturing, binding and repairing ...
Book Corner Repairs
The corners of a book take a great deal of stress and can be damaged while the rest of the ...
Hardcover Book Repair Techniques
Tightening and Repairing Loose Book Hinges
