Care and Preservation of Books
Cleaning Books
Our first question when we handle new acquisitions is always, Does it need cleaning? The usual answer is yes. Then…
How to clean, repair and protect leather books
In the world of books, is there anything as sumptuous as a leather binding? That leather derives from living creatures…
How to clean and preserve paperback books
Paperback books, we suspect, often get short shrift.
Storing a Book Collection
We routinely hear from customers who want to know the best way to store collectible books. Sadly, even more commonly…
Identify, Prevent, and Remove Mold and Mildew from Books
Imagine: You just came across a wonderful book in your favorite used book or thrift store, and it seems to…
How to remove library markings from books
At a book sale in support of your local library, you discover a title you really want, one you’ve longed…
Book Binding: Repair, Rebind, or Recase?
How do you decide whether or not to rebind a book? What other options are there to protect a rare…
Storing books - laying down or standing up?
When you start to build your book collection, one of the most important things to keep in the back of…
Leather Binding: Terminology and Techniques
While there are many varieties of book binding out there to catch the eye of the collector or serious reader…
Caring for your Book Collection - Basic Tips from a Professional Bookseller
Take care of your old books — vintage, antiquarian, and fine — because their condition is key, especially when preserving…
