Book Binding Repair Glue

There s a roll of 2 roll of bookguard crystal clear book binding tape in each kit we sell.

Book binding repair glue. That is why i use it to repair books. In bookbinding methyl cellulose has many uses the main one of which is as a mild glue for delicate works such as affixing silk to boards paper or for book restoration repair. It is a higher quality glue though that has more flexibility and more tackyness and is acid free to protect the books paper.

Acid free glue is a must because any acid in the glue will eventually eat away at the spine of your book. Using your brushes give a heavy coating of glue to the spine where the pages come together. This is better suited for soft cover books but you can use it on hard covers too.

The tape is made of an acid free ph neutral stretchy non yellowing or cracking conformable material called polyethylene. For the best results with any type of diy book repair you need book or binding glue. Subscribe for more videos.

When dry or mostly dry repeat the process with the spine of the cover. Apply the super and press it in firmly. Attach the bone folder perpendicular to the end of the tape and roll out enough tape for.

I prefer to use a pva polyvinyl acetate white glue. We want glue to sink between the pages and the gaps in the super. Http bit ly sldiy support sea lemon on patreon.

Due to the fact that methyl cellulose is reversible dries with a matt finish and isn t affected by extreme temperatures makes it ideal for use when dealing with archival work. It is a glue similar to white elmers glue. You can find acid free options including those made specifically for books or binding at your local craft store book binding store or the world wide web.