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1buchowl
Help - I have a book with a seriously torn page!
It is an 'art' type book (as opposed to a novel) and the tear is down the center of the page covering about a third. I know better than to use regular tape but I want to do something to stablize the page so the tear doesn't get worse.
Any suggestions as to what I should do?
The book is not terrribly valuable (except to me) so I don't need perfection; I just want the book to stay as nice as possible ( the book, other than the tear, is in very good condition).
It is an 'art' type book (as opposed to a novel) and the tear is down the center of the page covering about a third. I know better than to use regular tape but I want to do something to stablize the page so the tear doesn't get worse.
Any suggestions as to what I should do?
The book is not terrribly valuable (except to me) so I don't need perfection; I just want the book to stay as nice as possible ( the book, other than the tear, is in very good condition).
2Keeline
Not all tapes are the same, of course. Old-style cellophane tape is the worst because it has a high acid content and discolors both the tape and the pages it touches. Scotch Magic tape is better but not recommended for any book that is "valuable" or you will ever resell.
Is the illustration on both sides or just one? Rice paper and book paste is usually a recommended fix for torn pages. This is mainly because it is reversible and other methods of repair are usually not.
There are also glues that resemble white glue but remain flexible and won't discolor like Elmer's white glue used in schools. One such brand is "Book Saver". These can be used in very tiny amounts to fix a tear.
James
Is the illustration on both sides or just one? Rice paper and book paste is usually a recommended fix for torn pages. This is mainly because it is reversible and other methods of repair are usually not.
There are also glues that resemble white glue but remain flexible and won't discolor like Elmer's white glue used in schools. One such brand is "Book Saver". These can be used in very tiny amounts to fix a tear.
James
3Osbaldistone
>2 Keeline:
I concur with Keeline. Rice paper and book paste. The rice paper becomes nearly transparent once glued in place is quite strong despite its thinness, and is pH neutral and free of any chemicals that could discolor the paper over time. A technique that helps the paper 'disappear' is to gently fold it and lightly wet it along the fold. Then tear it along the fold. This will result in a filamentous, 'fuzzy' edge that will blend better with page than a sharp, cut edge.
Os.
ETA this may not be the solution for glossy paper or paper with a finish (as papyri noted in post 4, below)
I concur with Keeline. Rice paper and book paste. The rice paper becomes nearly transparent once glued in place is quite strong despite its thinness, and is pH neutral and free of any chemicals that could discolor the paper over time. A technique that helps the paper 'disappear' is to gently fold it and lightly wet it along the fold. Then tear it along the fold. This will result in a filamentous, 'fuzzy' edge that will blend better with page than a sharp, cut edge.
Os.
ETA this may not be the solution for glossy paper or paper with a finish (as papyri noted in post 4, below)
4papyri
Art books tend to be printed on paper which generally does not take kindly to moisture. So, the dryer the mend the better. Also, how you repair the tear depends on what is on the page (text, pictures, blank space(s)). With the more blank space the better/easier.
My first recommendation, would be to leave it alone and handle the book with care when using it.
There are also various archival cloth (or Japnese paper) tapes (commonly used for framing items) which might also work to mend your tear. Depending on what is on the page (or what you are willing to cover over), will determine how much you use and where to place it. A small piece along the upper page border covering the tear may be enough to stablize it (and a miror piece on the opposite face of the page covering the tear will add further strength and lessen the chances of the tape ripping with use). Though, a second piece midway down would add further strength to it.
My first recommendation, would be to leave it alone and handle the book with care when using it.
There are also various archival cloth (or Japnese paper) tapes (commonly used for framing items) which might also work to mend your tear. Depending on what is on the page (or what you are willing to cover over), will determine how much you use and where to place it. A small piece along the upper page border covering the tear may be enough to stablize it (and a miror piece on the opposite face of the page covering the tear will add further strength and lessen the chances of the tape ripping with use). Though, a second piece midway down would add further strength to it.
5buchowl
Thank-you so much for help all!
The page has a low gloss finish with a photo on one side and text on the other. The photo could be 'sacrificed' but I would like to keep the text readable (even though what the text describes is the use of urine in dyeing wool indigo - the book is Tasha Tudor's Heirloom Crafts).
I agree with papyri that doing nothing would be best to keep the integrity of the book but as the tear is from the bottom up I'm afraid someone casually flipping through the book without thinking (that includes me!) would take the tear straight through. The book is in excellent condition except for the tear so you really have no visual 'warning' that special care needs to be taken with the book.
I believe for my purposes the best procedure would be the cloth tape just along the edge of the page to stablize it - that wouldn't obscure anything of importance and would give some protection from further damage.
I'm really curious as to how the tear got there - someone took very good care of this book and the tear was a real surprise to me when I found it.
Thanks again for the help - you all are the best!
The page has a low gloss finish with a photo on one side and text on the other. The photo could be 'sacrificed' but I would like to keep the text readable (even though what the text describes is the use of urine in dyeing wool indigo - the book is Tasha Tudor's Heirloom Crafts).
I agree with papyri that doing nothing would be best to keep the integrity of the book but as the tear is from the bottom up I'm afraid someone casually flipping through the book without thinking (that includes me!) would take the tear straight through. The book is in excellent condition except for the tear so you really have no visual 'warning' that special care needs to be taken with the book.
I believe for my purposes the best procedure would be the cloth tape just along the edge of the page to stablize it - that wouldn't obscure anything of importance and would give some protection from further damage.
I'm really curious as to how the tear got there - someone took very good care of this book and the tear was a real surprise to me when I found it.
Thanks again for the help - you all are the best!
6lilithcat
Get mending tissue. It is very strong, yet thin and translucent, and is designed for the purpose. Lineco makes a good one that comes in different widths. http://www.lineco.com/cart.php?m=product_list&c=1243&primary=1&paren...
8buchowl
>6 lilithcat: +7
I had just found the Lineco document tape and thought that it would serve my need well but after looking at the mending tissue I believe that might be better.
I will probably get both products as I could use both for other items as well and could do a test to see which would work better. Thank-you for the Lineco link - great stuff that I wasn't even aware of.
Thank-you for your suggestions.
I had just found the Lineco document tape and thought that it would serve my need well but after looking at the mending tissue I believe that might be better.
I will probably get both products as I could use both for other items as well and could do a test to see which would work better. Thank-you for the Lineco link - great stuff that I wasn't even aware of.
Thank-you for your suggestions.
9Osbaldistone
A decent general source for archival and repair items (and library related supplies/equipment/furnishings) is Gaylord Brothers. I have no idea how they rate in terms of service or price, since my needs are minimal and infrequent, but I've been happy with what I've gotten from the, and their online catalog is good for finding solutions and ideas.
Keep in mind, though, that products not clearly described as archival (or included in the 'Archival' link) may be fine for the lending library, but may not be what the collector would want to use.
Os.
ETA no personal or business connection to Gaylord Brothers at all.
Keep in mind, though, that products not clearly described as archival (or included in the 'Archival' link) may be fine for the lending library, but may not be what the collector would want to use.
Os.
ETA no personal or business connection to Gaylord Brothers at all.
10buchowl
>9 Osbaldistone: Thanks for link - more things to consider. With the number of books I have I really should just give up the idea of 'home with a library' and embrace 'library with living quarters'. ;-)
