crwdns2915892:0crwdne2915892:0
Does your book have a broken spine and you don't want to spend money on a new copy? Learn how to fix the book's spine yourself in these easy-to-do instructions!
crwdns2942213:0crwdne2942213:0
-
-
First, grab the book you would like to fix.
-
-
-
Then, open the book to where you have the most access to the exposed inner spine.
-
-
-
-
Shake up the glue before removing the cap.
-
Then, test glue on a piece of paper before placing it on the spine of the book. It should be about the consistency of Elmer's glue.
-
-
-
Place the glue along the spine opposite of the cover. Make sure you are distributing glue evenly.
-
You may also choose to use a paint brush to make sure area is completely covered with glue.
-
-
-
After placing the glue, wrap the cover tightly around the book.
-
Firmly drag your fingers down the spine of the book to avoid any air pockets.
-
Remove any excess glue with a tissue.
-
For the demonstration we held the book as shown. You may also choose to place something on top of the book, such as a paperweight or another book, and let it sit for 30 to 40 minutes.
-
-
-
After the glue is dry, you should be able to lightly tug on the pages without any movement.
-
If movement occurs then allow the glue an additional 10 to 15 minutes to dry. Once dry, you've completed your book repair.
-
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
crwdns2935221:0crwdne2935221:0
crwdns2935229:02crwdne2935229:0
crwdns2915084:0crwdne2915084:0
Missouri Western, Team 1-13, Adkins Fall 2016 crwdns2935289:0Missouri Western, Team 1-13, Adkins Fall 2016crwdne2935289:0
MWSU-ADKINS-F16S1G13
crwdns2931471:02crwdne2931471:0
crwdns2935297:02crwdne2935297:0
