A wellestablished practice among publishers as early as the middle of the nineteenth century. I feel these dust jackets are an important part of our culture. This particular copy is not just a first edition, first issue with its original scarce dust jacket, but additionally, it had not undergone any restoration of any kind. More serious damage from insects, acid, or damp is difficult but not impossible to. Dust, mild stains, and pencil marks are fairly easy to remove. Dust jackets are detachable covers that wrap around your book and are held into place with folded flaps. Per the listing and inquiry with the seller, some minor repair works have been done to close the tears, which he states, would not diminish the value of the book by much. My mom used to laminate my school books with a similar technique but it wouldnt work for a dust jacket. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. If we create a blurb book in lightroom, and export it to pdf, the cover and the rest of the book come in 2 separate pdf files, so i would have thought reprinting the cover alone would be very straightforward. What do you need to know in order to protect a dust jacket cover.
I agree with brian the dust jacket is like part of the book and if its thrown away its like throwing away the whole book and thats just wrong. The site also contains articles on reprojackets, how they are produced, and links for further reading. How to protect a dust jacket with a cover what do you need to know in order to protect a dust jacket cover. Fragile in nature, wrapping around the hard covers, they have received the hardest wear and often discarded when they became torn and tattered, making those that remain all the more valuable. The dust jacket s use significantly increased after 1920, when publishers used them as decorations with artistic designs and styles. This not only protects it from dust and moisture, but also supports the paper. Contains one roll each of 5 yards of 10, 5 yards of 12 and 5 yards of 14. Read all the information to decide if this is the right thi. Here are a few examples of common criminal practices. Dust jackets frequently have significant value aesthetic and monetary, and as they often require similar work to other documents, we have included them here too. I can see that editing a dust cover is going a step further than just replacing a damaged one, but simple replacement would be a start. Japanese tissue, paper repair, talas, tape removal during a recent visit to my favorite used book store, the brattle book shop, i stumbled across a book that i thought would make a great gift for a friend of mine, who will soon be moving out to chicago to start work on.
Jun 10, 2015 when i have a book, and the dust jacket is torn or damaged in anyway i lower the condition of the book. Insert them in between the folds of the book dust jacket. Dust on the top edge of pages may be removed with a vacuum cleaner using the soft brush attachment. Day of the triffids dust jacket in need of restoration. How to clean, repair and protect book dust jackets and. Oct 04, 2015 anatomy of a hardcover dust jacketpart one published on october 4, 2015 october 4. As long as the dust jacket is clearly identified as restored, no problem. It comes in a tub and has the consistency of slightly dry playdoh. If you want to do a good job, you have a few choices. With frequent usage and toting about, your favorite books may become dirty, dusty, or even stained. The one id suggest would be to order some dust jacket protectors from brodart. Place books upright on shelves using book supports when the shelf is not full.
The beginners guide to cleaning your books book riot. Dec 21, 2011 the community of book collectors, as usual, had the final word. Cut sheets of paper of about the approximate size of your books cover. I have thrown one dust jacket away and that was because it was in such horrible condition it was nonrepairable and throwing it away killed me to do. Usually i made a collage image from magazine pictures, a few times i used photoshop or adobe illustrator to create a jacket design. Tls is the leading manufacturer in highquality book jacket covers. Booklet a small book, often only a few pages long and bound in wrappers pamphlet could be used as a synonym. The dust jacket usually has on the front a photo or graphics image, the book title and author, the publisher name, and possibly a.
The original dust jacket was digitally scanned restored from an original by fine artist john anthony miller and has been trimmed, enclosed in a mylar jacket protector and read more. Any suggestions on an appropriate means to unstick the dust jacket flaps from the flyleaves with minimal damage to. Remove any dust from inside the folds using a small brush with soft bristles. Follow this simple process to protect and maintain your books without breaking the bank buying professional book. Some consider him one of the best neglected american novelists. Untouched remains the standard, whether binding or jacket. So if you come upon a book whose jacket is clipped but not priceclipped, now you know at least one reason this may be the case. Apr 22, 2018 first of all, do not use scotch tape to repair the dj. Furthermore, our wide array of book binding services make us unique in the bookbinding industry. Dust jacket books 117 2nd st w, hastings, mn 55033.
Page repair work is included in the work shown on many book repair pages. A book jacket, or dust jacket, protects the hardcover book from spills and wear, and so they sometimes deserve a little maintenance themselves. In addition to its promotional role, the dust jacket protects the book covers from damage. Simple dust jacket cleaning, such as the gentle wiping with a soft cloth that can be done with the jacket in place around its book, is just the start. When a dust jacket rips, the book may never circulate again. Fragile in nature, wrapping around the hard covers, they have received the hardest wear and often discarded when they became torn.
The good news is that you can repair the damaged jacket. Why are some dustjackets clipped but not priceclipped. Our book jacket covers are constructed of polyester and polypropylene and are available in onepiece and twopiece styles. Kids books have such fun dust jackets that im trying to figure out a cute and easy way to display some of our favorites. If you come across a book with a very damaged dust jacket, is it better to throw away the dust jacket and list it without or keep it. Dust jacket repair and page repair the bookbindery. Jun 10, 2019 book and paper conservation services was thrilled at the chance to work on this project, being fans of steinbeck ourselves, and we knew that a little repair and inpainting would go a long way on the ratty pictorial dust jacket of the book. With brodart econofold book jacket covers, you can cover any book. There is a special kind of tape called document repair tape that you can use on the back of the dust jacket to repair the rip never, ever use cellophane tape. Because the tear was right on the crease, i ended up using japanese tissue on both sides of the paper. What do you do with the dust jacket from a hardcover book. If you need to remove marks or smudges from the pages, gently rub an artgum eraser over the spots, taking care to erase in only one direction, then brush away the eraser crumbs with. This is a tissue tape that is peeled from the backing and applied.
Careful dust jacket restoration includes removing any tape. I used to work in a bookstore and sometimes we would receive good clean copies of new hardbacks with a damaged dust jacket, and depending on who the publisher was they would either send you a new jacket on its own or tell you to claim credit for the book. Absorene book and paper cleaner absorene is a magical putty straight from the hands of the bookish angels. Our nyc bookbindery is one of the few remaining businesses of its kind in the new york area. If the book gets remaindered you may be able to pick up a cheap copy just for the jacket, but usually by the time theyre remaindered the jackets arent in pristine condition any longer.
When you open your book, it should look like the inner and outer book covers are completely protected. Also referred to as the dust jacket or dustwrapper. When i have a book, and the dust jacket is torn or damaged in anyway i lower the condition of the book. If you live in a particularly hostile hot and humid environment, consider air conditioning or a dehumidifier for your library. Surviving pre1920 jackets add some additional value to the book they cover and, in some cases, can be worth much more than the book itself. I have purchased a modern first book with original dust jacket. But a book with a restored dust jacket will fetch less than the same book with an unrestored jacket. Remove the damaged dust jacket from the book and lay it face down on your worktable. The first recorded use of a dust jacket goes back as far as the midnineteenth century, but they were generally discarded after serving their initial purpose. In the second part of this article, we will look at the back panel, back turn, back flap, bleed, and crop marks. But doing so would be terrible for casual book readers. A book with its dust jacket present will always bring a premium. First of all, do not use scotch tape to repair the dj.
Dust jackets can account for 80% of the value of your book so these covers are essential. My mom used to laminate my school books with a similar technique but it wouldn t work for a dust jacket. This course tells you what you need to know before you repair dust jackets. Jun 06, 2015 the dust jacket front was similarly stuck to the dust jacket back of blind date, but less firmly, until i pulled it before recognizing the problem. Dec 14, 2012 a document cleaning pad is also the tool you would use to clean a papermatte dust jacket do not use windex on a dust jacket. The dust jacket makes the book look more puttogether and dressed in my mind my toddler immediately removes the dust jackets from her books and tries to with mine. John sanford, by the way, is a rather interesting literary figure he was a novelist and screenwriter who began publishing in the 1930s. Commentary meet jack and taff fitterer, the wizards of book restoration posted friday, january 17, 2020 6. Fragile in nature, wrapping around the hard covers, they have received the hardest wear and often discarded when they became. Looking for book jacket cover for books without dust jackets. When the dust jacket to a highly desirable and expensive first edition is rarer than the book itself, i. This facsimile dust jacket will also fit most of the later early editions.
Restoration of a steinbeck first edition dust jacket book. Selfpublishers wishing to publish hardcover books can benefit by knowing how these books are produced. A document cleaning pad is also the tool you would use to clean a papermatte dust jacket do not use windex on a dust jacket. Any suggestions on an appropriate means to unstick the dust jacket flaps from the flyleaves with minimal damage to either would be greatly appreciated. Ioba book terminology independent online booksellers. Vulcanized absorene rubber sponges normally used for cleaning up. Perfect flexibility for all your book jacket covering needs. Protecting your books should be high on your list of priorities if you are a book lover or intend to keep your book for a long period of time. A guide to book conditions the hobbit first edition by j. The dust jacket sometimes book jacket, dust wrapper or dust cover of a book is the detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with text and illustrations. Use a book cradle or padded supports when displaying fragile volumes. How does one properly repair torn dust jacket on an older.
The dust jacket is a outer paper cover over a hardback book. Do you need perforated edges or plain, mylar or polyester film, single fold or double fold. The jacket is damaged, and i consider it, not in good condition. Sep 02, 2012 in my view, the use of a pure mylar book cover on a hardcover book without a dust jacket still poses a problem of getting the cover folds to stay in place without the use of tape the books are too valuable to apply tape or some other adhesive. When the same books value is 100 times more when covered in its original dust jacket, forgery can become a problem and a concern for the buyer. Jul 12, 2018 book dust jackets are essential to ensuring a book s longevity. Much of the value of a modern first edition resides in the dust jacket.
At, we are dedicated to bringing high quality and affordable bookbinding, book restoration and book repair services to corporations, businesses, and individuals alike. The great gatsby, and its presence increases the value of the book tenfold, the temptation to get clandestinely creative is high. If the brush does not work, gently clean the dirt with an art gum eraser. Dust jacket or dust wrapper first used during the 19th century, the original purpose of the dust jacket was to protect the cover of books from scratches and dust which could have been made from fine.
For tears in the paper or dust jacket, use gaylord or any document repair tape. Mostly for my own amusement, and to decorate books that i bought secondhand which had no jackets. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The dust jacket front was similarly stuck to the dust jacket back of blind date, but less firmly, until i pulled it before recognizing the problem.
Twist the bag a bit to loosen some dust and rub it around gently on the surface of the jacket with your clean fingers, a soft brush or the pad itself. If the spines are yellowing or fading get books out of the sun, as sunlight will bleach dust jackets and covers. Cleaning books paper and matte finished dust jackets. Jan 22, 2020 facsimile dust jackets llc is the sole funding for mark terrys dust jacket archive project. If you are unable to get the surface clean, cover your workspace with plastic wrap or paper towels. Old books are a charming link to the past, but quite a fragile one.
Aug 11, 2011 dust jacket repair post on august 11, 2011 by jackie divis doyle tagged. Protect books with dust jackets by covering them with an acidfree clear cover a jacket over your dust jacket. Dont hate on the dust jacket some people would like to get rid of dust jackets those glossy outer covers of hardcover books. Brodart has a wide variety and large selection of book jacket covers for books of many sizes. However, since it is itself relatively fragile, and since dust jackets have practical, aesthetic and sometimes financial value, the jacket may in turn be wrapped in another jacket, usually transparent, especially if the book is a library volume. Next, wipe down the spine and outer boards of the book, then use a soft brush vacuum attachment to get rid of any heavy dust or mold on the cover or dust jacket. You slip the dustjacket gently into the clear mylar sleeve, adjusting tears as you go. Scrub the desk or counter top with rubbing alcohol to remove dust and residue. Unfortunately, over time and with normal wear and tear, some of your book cover jackets may. This outer cover has folded flaps that hold it to the front and back book covers. I have purchased a modern first book with original dustjacket. Before vacuuming, remove the dust jacket cover and turn the book upside down so the dust wont sift between the pages. To prevent any further damage to the dust jacket you may want to cover it with.
They may find that the casewrap vs dust jacket decision is usually decided in favor of the casewrap, because it is more economical. Take care to repair remember, everyone judges books by their covers. Much of the value of a modern first edition resides in the book jacket. The original dust jacket was digitally scanned restored from an original by fine artist john anthony miller and has been trimmed, enclosed in a mylar jacket. May 30, 2010 if its a recent, brandnew book, you could try contacting the publisher.
We proudly offer six different styles of book jacket covers, including center slit book jacket covers, multifit book jacket covers, open edge book jacket covers, polyjac book jacket covers, processor book jacket covers and profit book jacket covers. This entry was posted in dust jacket repair and restoration and tagged dont do this to your books dust jacket restoration and repair paper repair scotch tape on october 21, 2014 by taff this week, i have a dust jacket restoration that has some interesting problems. The valuable rare book dust jacket rare books digest. They allow us to escape from everyday life, teach us new skills, help us learn new languages and take us to faraway lands without ever leaving the comfort of our armchairs. The most obvious damage to the dust jacket was the tear along this foreedge.
Dust jackets from phantom bookshop browse recent arrivals. In light of the skills ive learned this summer, i decided to offer my services in repairing the dust jacket. Facsimile dust jacket for the doubleday 1959 first edition. How does one properly repair torn dust jacket on an older book. Should you repair any tears before you put it into the. Where can you find replacement dust jackets for books. Spread out the dust jacket on the protective covering. Dust jackets or dust wrappers were originally designed to protect a book in transitjust until it reached the safety of an owners library. May 30, 2014 the lot was traded at the high end of the estimated value, signifying the fact that rare book investors and collectors will pay premium prices to acquire top quality books.
While its best to take antique or overly fragile books to conservationists for cleaning and preservation, you can. This combo pack is for three rolls of genuine brodart archival quality foldon archival book jacket covers. We proudly offer six different styles of covers, including center slit book jacket covers, multifit book jacket covers, open edge book jacket covers, polyjac book jacket covers, processor book jacket covers and profit book jacket covers. The bad news is that you cant buy replacement dust jackets for books. Acidfree book covers are easytoapply and keep your material protect from oil, dirt, grease, spills and rain. Glue the book jacket folds and the inserted sheets using drops of pva cement or nonacidic glue. Protect a dust jacket with a cover save your books. My goal is to scan and archive images of as many vintage dust jackets as i can.
Tls has a variety of archival safe book covers and archival safe book jacket covers. For dirty matte finished dust jackets or pages, the best book treatment is a document cleaning pad. Can a dust jacket have any rips or tears at any level. This is a unique specialty feature because it is an opportunity to provide the reader with another piece of art. For true spring cleaning and repair, the dust jacket must be removed from the book and placed face down and open, its exterior exposed to whatever it rests on. Its definitely not invisible, but paste repairs are reversible, so an offwhite paper could be used in the future, if.
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