Need To Repair Your Favourite Book?
Yes, I am a book worm! There is nothing that can transport me away from the everyday like a good book in a quiet corner.
Like many bookworms, I have an extensive and well-used library. Over the years, I have seen some of these favourites deteriorate with use, time, and the vagaries of weather. So I have put together this website with some of the easier repair tasks you can do yourself.
All instructions have been tested and many are used in libraries throughout the world. Much of the practical information has come from the definitive handbook written by Artemis BonaDea.
Where Would You Like to Start?
- Book Repair Basics: Planning repairs, testing paper grain, adhesives, and essential workshop tools.
- Hardcover Book Repairs: Fixing loose inner hinges, rebacking torn spines, corner mends, and resewing text blocks.
- Paperback Repairs: Page tipping, hinge reinforcement, and plastic cover preservation.
- Tools & Archival Materials: Recommended bone folders, PVA adhesives, linen threads, and archival repair tapes.
Brand Name Disclaimer: From time to time a brand name is given after referring to a generic product. The brand names given are those commonly used and accepted by professionals in the field of book conservation to assist you in obtaining supplies. Naming a particular product does not constitute an endorsement.