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.
Book Repair – Glue or Paste?
There are two main kinds of adhesives used in book repair: paste and glue. Each has special properties and should ...
Book Repair Adhesives
There are two main kinds of adhesives used in book repair: paste and glue. Each has special properties and should ...
Book Repair Glue
The most commonly used glue for book repair these days is Polyvinyl Acetate (PVA). Also known as craft glue or ...
Book Repair Sewing Needles
Using the right needle will make sewing easy and more successful. Needles should be as small in diameter as possible, ...
Book Repair Thread | Linen Thread
Books are traditionally sewn with linen thread which is very strong and can be purchased in several sizes. Choosing the ...
Book Repair Tools
Let's have a look at the most useful tools you can have to help you repair your favorite books. A ...
Book Review – Basic Bookbinding
As you will see from the Resources page - I chose this book to include in my list of recommended ...
Cleaning Books
Other Types of Cleaning Dry cleaning (as covered in a previous post) will only remove surface dirt. More advanced cleaning techniques ...
Cleaning Pages of a Book
When attempting to clean paper, always start with the least abrasive cleaning method before trying others. Keep in mind that cleaning ...
Clear Plastic Tape (Sticky Tape)
Many books are repaired with clear plastic tape or "sticky tape". What appears to be a quick solution can become ...
Complex Book Repairs
ADVANCED REPAIRS Serious repair problems take more time and skill to accomplish than any other level of repair. Often, books that ...
Constructing a Double Spread Endpaper
When the front and back endpapers show the same information or picture, the fly leaf of each endpaper can be used ...
Hardcover Book Repair Techniques
Tightening and Repairing Loose Book Hinges
