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Hardcover vs library binding8/3/2023 Covers with genuine leather are usually stiff.īerkshire – pigskin. This is the cheapest and most popular of real leathers. It is more economical than calfskin and higher quality than genuine leather. As its name suggests it’s from cow leather. It is an economical alternative to calfskin.Ĭowhide – this is a soft leather that’s more flexible than genuine leather. Durable and flexible, though not as soft and flexible as calfskin, it is still a high-quality leather. It is stiffer than goatskin and has an elegant feel to the grain.įrench Morocco – taken from calfskin. It is tanned to approach the quality and feel of full-grain calfskin. Calfskin is one of my favorite leathers.Ĭalf-split – Calf-split is a higher quality grade than French Morocco. It is usually soft and flexible, which increases with use. Goatskin is very durable and soft.Ĭalfskin – this is a higher quality leather used for fine bindings. Most other leathers have a grain that is stamped onto the leather. Goatskin – Goatskin and Highland Goatskin (also known as Real Morocco, or simply Morocco) have a natural grain. The text block is then glued into the cover using a fabric backing, imitation leather, bonded leather, or real leather. The sections are then sewn together, creating the text block. The signatures are folded over to make individual sections of the book. The pages are physically sewn together in sections, known as signatures, using binders thread. This is the highest quality bookbinding available. Smyth Sewn – also known as ‘Section Sewn’. Here is a short glossary of Bible cover and binding terms. Also, there is a chance the pages will come out with use. Glued bindings tend to keep the spine flat, which makes the text bend into the inner margin. Sewn bindings typically last longer than glued and will lay open and flat much easier. A badly made cover will greatly shorten the life of the Bible, while a high quality cover has a better chance of lasting for many years. I recommend buying the best cover you can afford. The cover of the Bible is a very important feature and should be chosen carefully. New American Standard Bible 2020 (NASB).Industry Standards for Binding endorsed by the LBC:ĪNSI/NISO/LBI Library Binding Standard Z39.78-2000. Certified binders have a history and experience with the care and handling of quantities of one or 1,000+.Īsk your certified library binder to show you their Certificate which indicates their membership is in good standing Libraries: University, College, Schools, Public and PrivateĬertified binders (formerly known as Certified Library Binder) are the original hardcover book binders dedicated to ensuring the highest standards in library binding in accordance with the ANSI/NISO/LBI Standard for Library Binding.Digital Conversion and Scanning services.Thesis & Dissertation (print and binding).Repair & rebinding of books in different styles and formats.Law journal binding for the law library or office.Periodical binding for the academic library, public library or consumer. On demand Print & Bind, short runs, long runs.What services or products do Certified Binders Offer?Ĭertified binders offer a plethora of services: Our members are uniquely poised to bind one or thousands of books according to specifications, quickly and accurately. The LBC celebrates over 80 years of hardcover binding excellence. In recognition of this LBC members participate in association and industry events, committees, and trade shows to stay current on best practices and in tune with the needs of their customers while ensuring the certification process and maintenance of standards for the Library market continues. The basis of this purpose is championing both the ANSI/NISO/LBI Standard for Library Binding and the LBC Standard for Library Prebound Books, maintaining and encouraging support for Certified Binder Members, and promoting their benefits to their customers.Ĭollaboration with constituent communities to ensure high standards in hardcover and library binding is essential. The purpose of the LBC is to advocate the highest standards in quality, longevity, and durability of hardcover bound books.
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