HOW TO: Protective Covers For Your Books

[Cordial Jim]

Thanks Br!an and allasorte. That information helps.

I actually already have brodart covers on all my hardcovers. I normally wouldn't care about which room I move my books to, but in this case I'm a little worried -- the room in question is... *gasp*... the sun room! I know, it sounds outrageous, right. But the room is surrounded by Oak, Hickory and Pine trees, and thick bushes. Curtains are on all the windows (although they won't always be closed) except the sky windows. The bookshelf would be on the back wall, farthest from the windows. I thought maybe since all the books are covered in Brodart Archival that it might be doable. Also, the first six books in my King collection are not First Editions (they are the larger Book Club's, in Fine condition). It would be complete madness to put up a First Edition Carrie or 'Salem's Lot in the sun room! Everything after The Dead Zone is a 1st/1st. I have other options, but this is the best of them. We're having major space issues in our house (and my growing book collection is not helping matters).

[allasorte]

Some people call bookshelves bookcases, but without the doors they aren't bookcases.

Two shelves is not a bookcase since there is no case. Two shelves in a cabinet is a bookcase regardless of doors. A bookcase with doors is definitely preferable.

Sorry for the correction, but I am a cabinetmaker.

Mylar is not a word in lowercase? Weird

Mylar is a brand name for PET; a type of polyester film. Kind of like Coke is a brand name for a type of cola.

Great to know. Thank you.

[Br!an]

Some people call bookshelves bookcases, but without the doors they aren't bookcases.

Two shelves is not a bookcase since there is no case. Two shelves in a cabinet is a bookcase regardless of doors. A bookcase with doors is definitely preferable.

Sorry for the correction, but I am a cabinetmaker.

Mylar is not a word in lowercase? Weird

Mylar is a brand name for PET; a type of polyester film. Kind of like Coke is a brand name for a type of cola.

"Check out the big brain on, Brian" LOL J/K

I figured since, Winston Wolf is in your sig you would appreciate the joke. Love me some "Pulp Fiction"!!!

[Merlin1958]

LOL I was a little worries you took it the wrong way for a while there!! LOL

[needfulthings]

Thanks Br!an and allasorte. That information helps.

I actually already have brodart covers on all my hardcovers. I normally wouldn't care about which room I move my books to, but in this case I'm a little worried -- the room in question is... *gasp*... the sun room! I know, it sounds outrageous, right. But the room is surrounded by Oak, Hickory and Pine trees, and thick bushes. Curtains are on all the windows (although they won't always be closed) except the sky windows. The bookshelf would be on the back wall, farthest from the windows. I thought maybe since all the books are covered in Brodart Archival that it might be doable. Also, the first six books in my King collection are not First Editions (they are the larger Book Club's, in Fine condition). It would be complete madness to put up a First Edition Carrie or 'Salem's Lot in the sun room! Everything after The Dead Zone is a 1st/1st. I have other options, but this is the best of them. We're having major space issues in our house (and my growing book collection is not helping matters).

Hell.... Just do what I did..... Put book shelves over the windows.

[Cordial Jim]

LOL! Awesome paperback collection, needfulthings! Impressive.

[Merlin1958]

Simple solution!!!

[Cordial Jim]

Well, I've done it. The bookshelf has been moved to the sun room (the sun room that doesn't really get all that much sun). There's no turning back now. I guess we'll find out how effective the Brodart Archival book covers are against UV. I'm a little worried about my Firestarter (the earliest King first edition that I have) which I've had since 1982. It'll be alright though. This will probably only be temporary anyway (if I can ever finish the unfinished basement).

[allasorte]

Brodart has a 25% off sale of supplies from April 12-18 if anyone is looking to protect their books

[jsweet]

Sale at ShopBrodart.com right now - 15 percent off online orders using code WEB15 through June 21

[allasorte]

A little off topic, I have the Easton Press Dead Zone black leather first edition book. It has a scuff on it. Has anyone repaired leather before? Should I attempt to do this? If so, any thoughts on what leather repair kit is worth buying? Thanks for any information, P.S. I don't think markers would be an answer.

[needfulthings]

Try Meltonian Shoe Cream.

[allasorte]

Try Meltonian Shoe Cream.

I ordered some and I will let you know what happens. I have some spray/cleaner, but that didn't work as I sprayed it on a rag and dabbed the spot. Thanks, I'll keep you posted. If you need me to throw apples into anyone's windows as repayment.....I know someone I can do that too.

[allasorte]

Try Meltonian Shoe Cream.

Well......it worked! I got the cream via mail today. I used an old sock and dabbed the spot and it matched, black, perfectly. You can still see the mark, but it is blended in with the book and very hard to see. Noticeable when looking, but it isn't a problem anymore. It seemed to have dried after 2 hours, but I plan on leaving it out for the day to be sure. Always, you know best. Thanks!!!

[needfulthings]

YOU'RE WELCOME.

Spoiler:

& you can also use it on your shoes.

[allasorte]

YOU'RE WELCOME.

Spoiler:

& you can also use it on your shoes.

I have some red wing boots from before the movie the Matrix. And no bullshit, I saw the movie and bitched Reeves was wearing my boots and stole my style! Mine have laces so he was simply lazy to not tie his own shoes, but I still have them and wear them sparingly as they were pricey and I love them. But yes, for the small amount I bought and the 2 tiny dabs off the lid I used, I do have some left over lol.

[jsmcmullen92]

Brodart 20% off through 8/9
Code: WEB20

[allasorte]

Brodart sale 25% off until this Sunday. webluv is the code......I believe. I just used it for some Mylar wraps .

[AKC]

So, what is the Item # for the Brodart Covers that most use for their books?

I, up until now, have historically used Gaylord but they discontinued my Item.....

Tks....

[jsmcmullen92]

So, what is the Item # for the Brodart Covers that most use for their books?

I, up until now, have historically used Gaylord but they discontinued my Item.....

Tks....

I use the Advantage II I buy them by the 100 for the 21" x 10" then I buy 25 packs of the 25' x 12.5" for the larger books...

[ELazansky]

So, what is the Item # for the Brodart Covers that most use for their books?

I, up until now, have historically used Gaylord but they discontinued my Item.....

Tks....

These are the ones I use - http://www.shopbrodart.com/Book-Jack...-III-Archival/

[killjoy72]

I have been using these- BRODART FOLD-ON ARCHIVAL BOOK JACKET COVERS

[Br!an]

I have been using these- BRODART FOLD-ON ARCHIVAL BOOK JACKET COVERS

I use these too. SKU #: 10426005

[jsmcmullen92]

See I never liked the fold ons, they were never "secure" enough for me and i felt like they added too much thickness to the jacket with the overlap in the middle and then folding more up.

[allasorte]

So, what is the Item # for the Brodart Covers that most use for their books?

I, up until now, have historically used Gaylord but they discontinued my Item.....

Tks....

I love to protect the whole jacket when I can. Brodart just a fold II. 1.5 mil super clear. 12" high for most larger books and 10" for small ones like Joyland types. Cemetery Dance slipcases are tight so Brodart are usually impossible to use, therefore I buy the single sheets for CD books. I'm blank at the moment of what these sheet ones are called.