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Book Covering
Protecting paperbacks 2
Protecting hardbacks 6
Protecting dust jackets 7
Protecting magazines 8
Protecting spines / hinges / corners 9
Book repair 10
Book tapes 14
Tools 16
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Book covering » protecting paperbacks
2 Protecting paperbacks with adhesive covering
Duraseal®
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A protective covering for paperbacks, journals, magazines, maps
and important documents. Made from premium quality, clear
65 micron polypropylene which gives this product its superior
clarity and high gloss finish. UV stabilised, 100% acrylic, pressure
sensitive adhesive is initially repositionable for ease of use. Hard
wearing with long life properties. Chlorine-free so it won’t yellow
or shrink with age. Presented on a roll with a 1 cm green grid
backing for cutting accuracy. Acid free adhesive.
Category: 2
Delayed Bond Gloss 22.5 m roll
75 mm
Carton qty
48 26208CA $9.25
225 mm 16 26223CA $22.25
250 mm 12 26225CA $23.75
280 mm 12 26228CA $25.45
300 mm 12 26230CA $27.25
330 mm 12 26233CA $30.25
375 mm 12 26238CA $34.95
450 mm 6 26245CA $39.75
600 mm 6 26260CA $54.25
900 mm 9 26290CA $79.45
Delayed Bond Gloss 50 m roll
300 mm 6 28300CA $57.25
450 mm 4 28450CA $83.95
600 mm 6 28600CA $110.25
PROtec 80
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A protective covering for paperbacks, journals, magazines, maps
and important documents. Made from quality, clear 80 micron
polypropylene which is high clarity and high gloss. UV stabilised,
100% acrylic, pressure sensitive adhesive is initially repositionable
for ease of use. Hard wearing with long life properties. Chlorinefree
so it won’t yellow or shrink with age. Presented on a roll with
a red 1 cm grid backing. Acid free adhesive.
Category: R2
Delayed bond gloss 15 m roll
Carton qty
250 mm 27 951208CA $12.95
300 mm 20 951204CA $13.95
330 mm 20 951209CA $16.40
375 mm 15 951210CA $18.30
450 mm 15 951200CA $21.75
600 mm 10 951211CA $26.05
900 mm 6 951205CA $42.05
Delayed bond gloss 50 m roll
300 mm 8 955300CA $42.55
450 mm 4 955450CA $63.65
600 mm 4 955600CA $78.60
900 mm 72 955900CA $119.85
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Bookguard 80
A protective covering for paperbacks, journals, magazines, maps
and important documents. Made from premium quality, clear
80 micron polypropylene which gives this product its superior
clarity and high gloss finish. UV stabilised, 100% acrylic, pressure
sensitive adhesive is initially repositionable for ease of use. Hard
wearing with long life properties. Presented on a roll with a 1 cm
red grid backing for cutting accuracy. Gloss is chlorine-free so it
won’t yellow or shrink with age and uses acid free adhesive. Matt
product is UV stabilised PVC.
Category: 2
Delayed Bond Gloss 15 m roll
Carton qty
225 mm 24 25123CA $15.45
250 mm 24 25125CA $16.95
280 mm 20 25128CA $18.25
300 mm 20 25130CA $18.75
330 mm 20 25133CA $21.75
375 mm 15 25138CA $23.75
450 mm 15 25145CA $27.95
600 mm 6 25160CA $37.25
900 mm 6 25190CA $54.45
Delayed Bond Gloss 30 m roll
250 mm 12 25325CA $32.45
300 mm 12 25330CA $35.45
375 mm 8 25338CA $45.25
450 mm 6 25345CA $51.45
Delayed Bond Matt 15 m roll PVC
300 mm 12 25430C $18.75
450 mm 12 25445C $27.95
900 mm 6 25490C $54.45
Bookguard 100
A protective covering for paperbacks, journals, magazines, maps
and important documents. Made from premium quality, clear,
100 micron polypropylene which gives this product its superior
clarity and high-gloss finish. UV stabilised, 100% acrylic, pressure
sensitive adhesive is initially repositionable for ease of use.
Hard wearing with long life properties. Chlorine-free so it won’t
yellow or shrink with age. Presented on a roll with a 1 cm red grid
backing. Acid free adhesive.
Category: 2
Delayed Bond Gloss 15 m roll
Carton qty
300 mm 12 25530CA $21.45
375 mm 12 25538CA $27.45
450 mm 12 25545CA $32.25
900 mm 6 25590CA $63.25
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Protecting paperbacks with adhesive covering
Bookguard 150
A hard wearing, protective covering that is ideal for high use
materials such as paperbacks, journals, magazines, class sets and
text book hire. Made from premium quality, clear, 150 micron
PVC. Pressure sensitive adhesive is repositionable for ease of use.
Presented on a roll with a red grid backing for cutting accuracy.
Category: 2
Delayed Bond Gloss 10 m roll PVC
200 mm 29120C $24.25
225 mm 29123C $25.95
Cutting Mat
see page 16 »
Product Material Thickness Properties Application
Duraseal® Clear gloss
polypropylene
Bookguard 80 Clear gloss
polypropylene
Bookguard 80
matt
PROtec 80 Clear gloss
polypropylene
Step 1
Cut film to correct size, leaving about 3 cm
surplus at each edge and allowing for spine.
Step 4
Cut corners and trim film in towards spine as
shown.
Adhesive Book Covering
65 micron Premium quality book covering. Non-shrinking,
non-yellowing, good gloss and clarity. The
adhesive used with this product is 100% acid-free
acrylic, which is highly stable.
80 micron Premium quality book covering. Non-shrinking,
non-yellowing, good gloss and clarity. The
adhesive used with this product is 100% acid-free
acrylic, which is highly stable.
Sam’s how-to protect paperbacks with adhesive covering
Step 2
Remove backing paper from one half of the
cut piece only.
Step 5
Fold in surplus film, folding from the centre of
each edge first. Stick surplus corners to each
corner of inside cover. Note: Bookguard 150
should be trimmed flush.
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Poly’s Handy Hint
Raeco® recommends hinge tape be
added to the hinge of books covered
with Bookguard 150 to assist with the
added strain of the now rigid cover.
Squeegee
see page 16 »
Durable Scissors
see page 16 »
Paperbacks, journals, magazines,
maps and important documents.
Paperbacks, journals, magazines,
maps and important documents.
Matt PVC 80 micron UV stabilised PVC Paperbacks, journals, magazines.
80 micron Quality book covering. Non-shrinking, nonyellowing,
good gloss and clarity. The adhesive
used with this product is 100% acid-free acrylic,
which is highly stable.
Bookguard 100 Polypropylene 100 micron Same as Bookguard 80 but thicker for increased
strength.
Bookguard 150 Premium quality PVC 150 micron Hard wearing, protective covering ideal for high
circulation materials.
Bookguard 250 Polyester 250 micron Rigid, stable clear sheet with a 100% acrylic
pressure sensitive adhesive.
Paperbacks, journals, magazines,
maps and important documents.
Paperbacks, journals, magazines,
maps and important documents.
Paperbacks, journals, magazines,
class sets, text book hire.
Popular paperbacks and
magazine covers.
Step 3
Position the books spine in the centre, then
slowly roll book on to adhesive film.
Step 6
Remove backing from remaining half of film
and repeat steps 3, 4 and 5. Trim.
Use squeegee to remove any air bubbles.
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Book covering » protecting paperbacks
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Turns soft covers into hard covers
Bookguard 250
A protective, environmentally friendly covering which adds
rigidity and strength to paperbacks and magazine covers. Made
from 250 micron clear, rigid polyester film with a 100% acrylic,
non-ageing, UV resistant, pressure sensitive adhesive. Sheets
should be trimmed flush with the edge of book covers. 20 sheets.
Category: 2
A 125 x 200 mm 30000C $11.65
B 150 x 220 mm 30001C $14.65
C 185 x 250 mm 30002C $20.50
D 210 x 300 mm 30003C $26.35
E 240 x 315 mm 30004C $29.20
F 300 x 430 mm 30005C $43.90
Step 1
Select two sheets of Bookguard
250, remove backing paper
and position 10 mm in from
the spine. Roll onto front and
back cover, smoothing down
film surface with squeegee as
you go.
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Poly’s Handy Hint
Raeco® recommends hinge tape be
added to the hinge of books covered
with Bookguard 250 to assist with the
added strain of the now rigid cover
Cutting Knife
see page 16 »
Sam’s how-to protect paperbacks with rigid covering
Step 2
Trim excess Bookguard 250 with
blade or scissors.
Step 3
Select Raeco® Booktape, making
sure it is wide enough to cover
the spine and that it overlaps
the edge of the film by 15 mm.
Apply to the front cover, around
the spine and over the edge of
the back cover.
Cutting Mat
see page 16 »
Raeco ® Booktape
see page 14 »
Our products are superior because:
Raeco® water based adhesive vs. solvent
• Water based is non toxic
• Water based is more environmentally friendly
• Water based is more stable
• Water based adhesives will not yellow with time or
sun exposure
• Solvent based has an offensive smell
• Solvent based adhesives contain toxins that can transfer
to regular users
Step 4
Trim off excess tape at top and
bottom.
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Acid-free
Acid-free
• Enables use with archival quality books
• Adhesive will not damage the book surface or
break down the laminate
• Provides improved protection over a longer
period

Protecting paperbacks with ready made covers
Lyfguards
A protective cover for paperbacks and magazine covers. 1 piece
cover is quick and easy to apply and provides a hard cover with
a flexible spine to transform a soft cover into a hard cover. Made
from 300 micron polypropylene sheeting covered with a 70
micron polypropylene film with a permanent, pressure sensitive
adhesive. White backing paper. Each.
Category: 2
Spine Width 1 – 21 mm
A1 cover 186 H x 270 W mm 17085 $2.95
B1 cover 204 H x 310 W mm 17087 $3.70
C1 cover 222 H x 350 W mm 17090 $4.35
D1 cover 258 H x 410 W mm 17092 $4.75
E1 cover 320 H x 510 W mm 17094 $6.35
E1-170 cover 170 H x 510 W mm 17096 $3.75
Spine Width 22 – 42 mm
A2 cover 186 H x 270 W mm 17086 $2.85
B2 cover 204 H x 310 W mm 17088 $3.25
C2 cover 222 H x 350 W mm 17091 $4.15
D2 cover 258 H x 410 W mm 17093 $5.25
E2 cover 320 H x 510 W mm 17095 $6.75
Spine Width 43 – 62 mm
B3 cover 204 H x 310 W mm 17089 $3.00
E3 cover 320 H x 510 W mm 17099 $6.35
Step 1
Measure the spine width and height of the
book and select the appropriate cover size.
Peel back the backing paper a short way
exposing the spine area and place the book
in the centre of the film.
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Cutting Mat
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Poly’s Handy Hint
Raeco® recommends hinge tape be added to the
hinge of books covered with Lyfguards to assist
with the added strain of the now rigid cover
Step 2
Be sure the book is placed squarely on the
cover by lining up the corresponding edges.
Fold the cover over the spine of the book and
peel off the backing paper as you press down
over the remaining cover. Turn over and
repeat with the other side.
Raeco® provides the most extensive range
and best value book covering available.
That’s why we are the leading supplier of
book covering for libraries in Australia.
Sam’s how-to protect paperbacks with ready made covers
Cutting Knife
see page 16 »
Step 3
Trim excess, flush with the edge of the book
using either scissors or a cutting knife.
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Book covering » protecting hardbacks
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Pro-clear
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Protective covering for hard cover books. Made from clear,
stabilised 100 micron polypropylene. Flexible, scratch resistant
and easy to use. Safe for use on archival material, chlorine-free,
won’t yellow or shrink with age. 50 m roll.
Category: 2
Carton qty
450 mm 4 951203 $37.05
910 mm 2 951202 $75.60
Hansa
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Protective covering for hard cover books. Made from clear,
stabilised 100 micron PVC. Flexible, scratch resistant and
easy to use. Not recommended for archival applications. 50 m
roll. Category: 2
Carton qty
Gloss 240 mm 12 32624 $38.75
Gloss 300 mm 8 32630 $41.75
Gloss 400 mm 6 32640 $55.75
Gloss 450 mm 6 32645 $62.00
Gloss 600 mm 4 32660 $83.45
Gloss 900 mm 4 32690 $125.25
Gloss 1200 mm 10 32620 $166.95
Matt 300 mm 8 32730 $41.75
Matt 450 mm 6 32745 $62.00
Matt 900 mm 4 32790 $125.25
Step 1
Cut non adhesive plastic to
size leaving a border about 1/3
larger than the book cover on
all edges. Fit cover while book
closed.
Step 5
Cut diagonally across corner
then fold plastic over top and
side edge of book.
Step 2
Fold excess plastic around
both covers, secure with fold
back clips. Ensure it is tight but
not preventing the book from
closing.
Step 6
Tape down, making sure tape is
not on the surface of the book.
Repeat on other corner. Repeat
steps 4 and 5 on the other side.
Mylar®
Protective covering for hard cover books. Made from premium
quality 70 micron polyester. Brilliant clarity and stability,
stands up to the most vigorous circulation. The clearest, most
transparent cover around. Safe for use on archival material, does
not yellow or brittle with age. Features a higher tensile strength
than polypropylene, seen to be the best archival film available.
Category: 2
300 mm W x 91 m 32931 $54.95
400 mm W x 61 m 32941 $64.95
Non-Adhesive Book Covering
Product Material Thickness Properties Application
Hansa Stabilised PVC 100
micron
Pro-clear Polypropylene 100
micron
Sam’s how-to protect hardbacks with non-adhesive covering
Step 3
Place a cut at the shoulder,
ensuring clips stay in place.
Step 7
On large books tuck ends into
spine using a bone folder. On
other books either cut tabs off or
fold under cover.
Not archival.
Soft, tough
and flexible
with good
gloss, clarity
and scratch
resistance.
Inert archival
quality, good
gloss and
clarity.
PVC used in Hansa
Protective
covering for
hard covered
books.
Protective
covering for
hard covered
books.
• High quality plasticisers – stops shrinkage and brittling
• High quality slip agent – provides better lay flat
• High quality film – less gels, thickness change and lay flatness
Step 4
Remove clip from one side.
Working away from yourself pull
plastic firmly across front edge.
Fold the corners.
Step 8
Reinforce top and bottom of
spine with tape.
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Protecting dust jackets
Singlefold original
An economical, removable protective sleeve for dust jackets.
Made from 100 micron, clear gloss, stabilised PVC with a brown
Kraft backing paper. Sleeves are quick and easy to apply with
Raeco® general tape.
Category: 2
25 m roll 50 m roll
unboxed
Gloss 230 mm H 37023 $40.20 37323 $68.90
Gloss 250 mm H 37025 $48.25 37325 $84.20
Gloss 300 mm H 37030 $52.30 37330 $92.80
Gloss 380 mm H 37038 $56.25 37338 $99.50
Matt 230 mm H 37523 $40.20
Matt 250 mm H 37525 $48.25
Matt 300 mm H 37530 $52.30
Matt 380 mm H 37538 $56.25
Cutting Mat
see page 16 »
Step 1
Reinforce inside top and bottom
spine of dust jacket with tape.
Step 5
Tape down plastic to the paper
on the cover but do not tape
the ends.
Step 2
Insert dust jacket between
plastic and paper flush with
welded edge. Cut Singlefold
4cm longer than book jacket.
Step 6
Slide one side of the book into
jacket as shown.
Raeco ® General Tape
see page 14 »
Singlefold II
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Protects the dust jackets of hard cover books. Made from 70
micron, acid free, clear polypropylene with a 70 gsm white Kraft
backing paper and a convenient peel-back, self-adhesive strip
for easy application. This removable protective sleeve is quick
and easy to apply and adds years to the life of the book jacket as
it won’t shrink or yellow. Acid-free.
Category: 2
25 m roll 150 m roll
230 mm H 34123 $43.80 34523 $225.00
270 mm H 34127 $47.20 34527 $245.00
330 mm H 34133 $55.75 34533 $295.00
380 mm H 34138 $60.70
Product Material Thickness Properties Application
Singlefold
Original
Stabilised PVC with brown Kraft backing paper. 100
micron
Singlefold II Polypropylene with white Kraft backing paper and
convenient peel-back, self-adhesive strip for easy
application.
Cutting Knife
see page 16 »
Dust Jackets
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Not archival. Soft, tough and
flexible with good gloss,
clarity and scratch resistance.
70 micron Inert archival quality, good
gloss and clarity.
Step 7
Tape down inside the end.
Repeat for other side.
Fold Back Clips
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Step 3
Ensure the jacket is firmly
positioned against the folded
edge of plastic. Hold in place
with fold back clips.
Acid-free
Economical, removable
protective sleeve for
dust jackets.
Economical, removable
protective sleeve for
dust jackets.
Glue Stick
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Step 4
Cut paper to same height as dust
jacket, then fold plastic.
Step 8
Attach the inside papers to
secure the cover using a glue
stick or Bookaide.
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Book covering » protecting magazines
8 Protecting magazines
Rigid hard cover
Superline clear covers
Clear protective covers to increase the circulation life of
magazines, journals and other high use materials. Made from
Superline 400 micron rigid polypropylene with long-life welds.
This re-useable cover is easy to use and holds magazines with a
spine width of up to 15 mm. Pkt 10.
Category: 2
280 H x 210 W mm 23015 $22.50
305 H x 210 W mm 23016 $22.50
280 H x 225 W mm 23017 $22.50
305 H x 225 W mm 23018 $22.50
305 H x 235 W mm 23019 $24.95
Skiver periodical covers
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Ideal for magazines and journals. Made from frosted embossed
230 micron PVC. Each.
Dimensions: 305 H x 235 W mm
Category: 2
Skiver periodical covers 17541 $2.90
Coopers magazine covers
Protects magazines or journals. Made from frosted 130 micron
PVC. Each.
Category: 2
290 H x 220 W mm 14033 $3.85
310 H x 240 W mm 14034 $4.95
Bellevue periodical covers
For A4 periodicals. Plastic strip hold periodicals in place. Clear
200 micron PVC front with yellow 330 micron hard back. Each.
Category: 2
Bellevue periodical covers 17735 $7.50
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Protecting spines / hinges / corners
Raeco® acid free spine tape
Acid-free
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Raeco® repair wings
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A clear, acid-free spine tape
suitable for archival use. Made
from polypropylene with a pH
neutral adhesive. Non-shrinking,
non-yellowing, good gloss and
clarity. Ideal for spine repair,
archival. 60 micron. 25 m roll.
Category: 2
24 mm 14955 $12.75
36 mm 14956 $17.50
48 mm 14957 $22.50
72 mm 14958 $29.95
96 mm 14959 $34.95
Protection and repair for spine
ends. Suits paperbacks up to 4
cm wide. 100 micron clear selfadhesive.
Pkt 50.
Category: 1
Repair wings 14110 $14.95
Ideal for paperbacks Ideal for hard cover books
White plastic hinge tape
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Raeco® corner guards
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A highly flexible yet economical
white plastic tape for reinforcing
and repairing book hinges. Made
from 0.58 mm thick white PVC.
50 m roll.
Category: 2
19 mm 14831 $4.15
25 mm 14832 $5.15
38 mm 14833 $7.20
50 mm 14835 $8.25
Added protection for book
corners. Guards against
deterioration in high handling
situations. Transparent 100
micron self-adhesive vinyl. Pkt
100.
Category: 1
Corner guards 14105 $14.95
Protecting book spines
Protecting book hinges
Protecting book corners
Acid-free
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3M 845 Scotch book tape
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Filament tape
Raeco® book tape
Premium quality tape for spine
strengthening and repair,
corner strengthening and label
protection. Made from clear,
high gloss, high clarity 60 micron
polypropylene with a permanent
UV resistant acrylic adhesive
which won’t shrink, bleed or
yellow. 13.7 m roll.
Category: R2
38 mm 14856 $9.45
50 mm 14857 $13.45
76 mm 14858 $17.50
100 mm 14859 $22.50
A strong, semi-transparent tape
reinforced with 2-way string
support. Used for strengthening
and repairing book hinges. Made
from polypropylene film with bidirectional
fibreglass reinforcing
for exceptional strength. 45 m
roll.
Category: 2
12 mm 14747 $4.95
18 mm 14748 $7.50
24 mm 14749 $9.95
36 mm 14750 $14.95
48 mm 14751 $19.95
This archival tape is ideal for use in spine and hinge protection
and repair, corner strengthening and label protection. Made from
clear, 80 micron polypropylene with a permanent UV resistant,
acrylic adhesive that does not bleed or yellow. The adhesive is
pressure sensitive and repositionable. Gridded backing paper in
a dispenser box and allows the tape to be cut to length and the
adhesive exposed as required. 20 m roll.
Category: 2
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24 mm 40024C $10.25
36 mm 40036C $12.85
48 mm 40048C $15.40
72 mm 40072C $23.15
96 mm 40096C $28.35
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Book covering » book repair
10 Repairing loose pages
Bookaide adhesive
Processing and repair glue ideal for attaching paper, cloth and
cardboard. Made from a water-based emulsion, it dries fast to a
flexible, transparent film. 12 month shelf-life.
Category: 2
250 ml bottle 14703 $12.50
500 ml bottle 14705 $14.95
1 lt bottle 14710 $24.95
4 lt bottle 14745 $67.50
Step 1
Check that loose pages fit
properly into the book and
straighten rolled edges or folded
corners.
Bostitch extra heavy-duty stapler
High leverage ratio of 3:1 for
easy operation. Adjustable paper
stop. Constructed from metal
for long life. Capacity up to 250
sheets.
Category: 2
Stapler 14040 $112.00
Step 1
Where cover or pages sections have come
loose, completely remove old wires and tidy
pages.
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Step 2A
Method A (If only one or two
pages have come away). Using
the side of a brush, apply a thin
line of Bookaide along the inner
edge of page.
Repairing loose pages
Brush
Bone folder
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Step 2B
Method B (If section has come
away). Overlay a sheet of card or
newspaper leaving about 3mm
of the inner edge of the page
exposed. Apply Bookaide along
this edge.
Repairing loose page sections up to 250 pages
Staples
Step 2
Ensure the book margin allows enough
room to staple. The staple size should be
only slightly longer than the thickness of the
pages - just enough to allow turnover.
Choose the appropriate
staple size to suit the number
of pages. Choose 10 mm for
70 sheets, 13 mm for 100
sheets, 16mm for 135 sheets,
20 mm for 200 sheets or 24
mm for 250 sheets. Pkt 1000.
Sam’s how-to repair loose sections
Round 25 mm brush to apply
liquid adhesives. Each.
Category: 2
Brush 14008 $3.95
Ideal for folding and creasing
book covering and applying glue
into the spine of books. 150 L mm.
Category: 2
Bone folder 22118 $2.85
Step 3
After using method A or B,
re-insert the pages into the
book ensuring all outer edges
do not overhang the rest of the
contents. Close loose book and
allow to dry.
Category: 2
10 mm staples 14980 $4.75
16 mm staples 14982 $9.95
24 mm staples 14984 $22.50
Step 3
Fold back book cover and staple the centre
staple first, as close to the spine as possible.
Repeat at top and bottom of book
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Repairing dog eared corners
Raeco® book tape
Acid-free
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This archival tape is ideal for use in spine and hinge protection
and repair, corner strengthening and label protection. Made from
clear, 80 micron polypropylene with a permanent UV resistant,
acrylic adhesive that does not bleed or yellow. The adhesive is
pressure sensitive and repositionable. Gridded backing paper in
a dispenser box and allows the tape to be cut to length and the
adhesive exposed as required. 20 m roll.
Category: 2
24 mm 40024C $10.25
36 mm 40036C $12.85
48 mm 40048C $15.40
72 mm 40072C $23.15
96 mm 40096C $28.35
3M 810/900 Magic tape permanent
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Step 1
Align torn pages ensuring that printing
matches and the edges are smooth and flat.
Durable scissors
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A permanent, invisible mending tape. Ideal
for repairing torn or loose pages. Made
from archivally safe polyvinyl acetate with
an acrylic adhesive. This translucent tape
has a highly stable, agressive adhesive.
Category: R2
12mm 33m small core ea 14810 $4.75
19mm 33m small core ea 14811 $6.95
12mm 66m large core ea 14820 $7.95
19mm 66m large core ea 14821 $11.25
25mm 66m large core
Recycled cardboard core
ea 14822 $13.95
19mm 33m small core pkt 3 14807 $21.50
19mm 33m small core pkt 9 14808 $62.50
Repairing dog eared corners
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Repairing torn pages
Step 1
Cut a square of book tape. Cut
along the lines shown above.
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Step 3
Fold tape over on inside
cover.
Step 2
Cut a length of tape slightly longer than the
torn edge and stick down firmly.
Top quality, German crafted
solingen steel scissors. Refer to
page 16 for detailed description.
Category: 2
150 mm 20995 $34.95
180 mm 20996 $37.50
210 mm 20997 $49.95
Sam’s how-to repair dog eared corners
Durable scissors
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Step 2
Place piece A onto outside cover
with enough overhang to fold.
Step 4
Place piece B over the inside
folds to secure and strengthen
the folds.
Top quality, German crafted
solingen steel scissors. Refer to
page 16 for detailed description.
Category: 2
150 mm 20995 $34.95
180 mm 20996 $37.50
210 mm 20997 $49.95
Step 3
Cut tape flush with edge of page.
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12 Repairing worn spines
Cloth tape
Step 1
Cut cloth tape to desired length.
Step 5
Cut the overlap at the top and
bottom of the shoulder.
Bookaide adhesive
Recommended
Product
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Cloth repair tape designed for repair of
worn or torn book spines and corner
guarding. Made from gloss polyethylene
with a rayon coating and stable, permanent
rubber adhesive. 25 m roll.
Category: 2
25 mm blue 14790 $6.25
25 mm red 14794 $6.25
25 mm black 14795 $6.25
50 mm blue 14862 $12.50
50 mm green 14863 $12.50
50 mm yellow 14867 $12.50
50 mm red 14868 $12.50
50 mm black 14869 $12.50
75 mm blue 14872 $17.50
75 mm red 14878 $17.50
75 mm black 14879 $17.50
100 mm blue 14882 $23.50
100 mm black 14889 $23.50
Sam’s how-to repair worn spines
Step 2
Centre the spine of the book,
allowing equal amount of tape
overlap.
Step 6
The two outside flaps of tape are
folded over on the inside of the
front and back cover.
Processing and repair glue ideal for
attaching paper, cloth and cardboard. Made
from a water-based emulsion, it dries fast to
a flexible, transparent film. 12 month shelflife.
Category: 2
250 ml bottle 14703 $12.50
500 ml bottle 14705 $14.95
1 lt bottle 14710 $24.95
4 lt bottle 14745 $67.50
Sam’s how-to
repair loose covers
Repairing worn spines
Durable scissors
Bone folder
Repairing loose covers
Recommended
Product
Top quality, German crafted
solingen steel scissors. Refer to
page 16 for detailed description.
Category: 2
150 mm 20995 $34.95
180 mm 20996 $37.50
210 mm 20997 $49.95
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Step 3
Roll book to the left and then to
the right.
Step 7
Fold the middle section of the
overlap into the spine or cut off.
Brush
Ideal for folding and creasing
book covering and applying glue
into the spine of books. 150 mm L.
Category: 2
Bone folder 22118 $2.85
Step 4
Smooth down tape with bone
folder.
Step 8
Close the book and crease the
hinge firmly with a bone folder
and then rub down thoroughly.
Round 25 mm brush to apply liquid
adhesives. Each.
Category: 2
Brush 14008 $3.95
Apply adhesive with a brush along the loose hinge and
other weak spots inside the spine. Do one end and then
turn the book around and do the other end. Stand book
on its spine whilst allowing to dry.

Repairing separated covers
Bookaide adhesive
Processing and repair glue ideal for attaching paper, cloth and
cardboard. Made from a water-based emulsion, it dries fast to a
flexible, transparent film. 12 month shelf-life.
Category: 2
250 ml bottle 14703 $12.50
500 ml bottle 14705 $14.95
1 lt bottle 14710 $24.95
4 lt bottle 14745 $67.50
Brush
Step 1
Where the cover or sections of
pages have come loose, completely
remove the cover. Align the loose
pages and staple all pages together.
Recommended
Product
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Round 25 mm brush to apply
liquid adhesives. Each.
Category: 2
Brush 14008 $3.95
Binders tape - for spines > 19 mm
Double layer
Used to refasten book contents to covers and for repairing hinges
on stitched hard cover books. Particularly useful for books with
spine widths greater than 19 mm. Single or double layer of white
gummed cloth tape with one row of stitching down the centre.
One layer of the tape is glued to the cover with Bookaide and the
contents are glued to the other layer. 7.6 m roll.
Category: 2
Single layer 38mm 14896 $17.50
Double layer 38mm 14891 $24.95
Double layer 50mm 14892 $24.95
Step 1
Cut binders tape to the
length of the book spine.
Step 2
Using a knife, tidy and scrape any old
glue away. This step is important as
the new glue will not stick to the old
adhesive.
Step 2
Apply Bookaide glue
all over one side of the
binders tape.
Single layer
Repairing worn spines
Bostitch extra heavy-duty stapler
Cutting knife
Sam’s how-to repair separated covers
Step 3
Place binders tape glue
side down on open book
spine.
Step 3
With a brush spread the glue evenly
over the spine area.
High leverage ratio of 3:1 for easy
operation. Adjustable paper stop.
Constructed from metal for long
life. Capacity up to 250 sheets.
Category: 2
Stapler 14040 $112.00
10 mm staples 14980 $4.75
16 mm staples 14982 $9.95
24 mm staples 14984 $22.50
Auto-lock function to secure
blade while cutting. Metal blade
runner to ensure safe usage.
Snap-off blades for renewable
cutting edge. Ideal for cutting
film, cardboard and other heavy
duty materials.
Category: 2
Knife 14002 $7.50
Blades pkt 10 14004 $4.95
Binders tape - for spines up to 19 mm
May be used to refasten book contents to covers and for repairing
hinges on stitched hard cover books. Double layer of white gummed
cloth tape made from two layers of cloth tape double stitched down
the centre at different widths. One layer of the tape is glued to the
cover with Bookaide and the contents are glued to the other layer with
the stitching either side forming the new hinge. 7.6 m roll.
Category: 2
40mm (6mm spines) 14893 $22.50
50mm (12mm spines) 14894 $24.95
60mm (19mm spines) 14895 $32.50
Sam’s how-to repair separated covers using double stitched binders tape on spines up to 19 mm
Step 4
Apply Bookaide glue to the
other side of the binders
tape.
Step 5
Align book pages between
binders tape stitching.
Step 4
Centre the spine of the book in the spine
of the cover - making sure it is straight.
Close the book and press the contents
back into the spine and allow to dry.
Step 6
Fold binders tape up onto
the pages.
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Book covering » book tape
14 General tapes
Raeco® book tape
Acid-free
This archival tape is ideal for use in spine and hinge protection
and repair, corner strengthening and label protection. Made from
clear, 80 micron polypropylene with a permanent UV resistant,
acrylic adhesive that does not bleed or yellow. The adhesive is
pressure sensitive and repositionable. Gridded backing paper in
a dispenser box and allows the tape to be cut to length and the
adhesive exposed as required. 20 m roll.
Category: 2
24 mm 40024C $10.25
36 mm 40036C $12.85
48 mm 40048C $15.40
72 mm 40072C $23.15
96 mm 40096C $28.35
Raeco® acid free spine tape
Acid-free
Cloth tape
Recommended
Product
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A clear, acid-free spine tape
suitable for archival use. Made
from polypropylene with a pH
neutral adhesive. Non-shrinking,
non-yellowing, good gloss and
clarity. Ideal for spine repair,
archival. 60 micron. 25 m roll.
Category: 2
24 mm 14955 $12.75
36 mm 14956 $17.50
48 mm 14957 $22.50
72 mm 14958 $29.95
96 mm 14959 $34.95
Cloth repair tape designed for repair of worn
or torn book spines and corner guarding.
Made from gloss polyethylene with a rayon
coating and stable, permanent rubber
adhesive. 25 m roll.
Category: 2
25 mm blue 14790 $6.25
25 mm red 14794 $6.25
25 mm black 14795 $6.25
50 mm blue 14862 $12.50
50 mm green 14863 $12.50
50 mm yellow 14867 $12.50
50 mm red 14868 $12.50
50 mm black 14869 $12.50
75 mm blue 14872 $17.50
75 mm red 14878 $17.50
75 mm black 14879 $17.50
100 mm blue 14882 $23.50
100 mm black 14889 $23.50
General use tapes
Spine tapes
Raeco® general tape
A tough, non-tearable, archival tape with high gloss and clarity.
Ideal for attaching non adhesive book covering. Made from 65
micron polypropylene film with an acrylic based adhesive which
won’t yellow or shrink with age. 75 m roll with a 76 mm core size.
Category: 2
12 mm 14965 $3.25
18 mm 14966 $4.50
24 mm 14967 $5.25
36 mm 14968 $5.85
48 mm 14969 $9.95
72 mm 14970 $14.95
96 mm 14971 $18.50
3M 845 Scotch book tape
Recommended
Product
Matt cloth tape
Premium quality tape for spine strengthening
and repair, corner strengthening and label
protection. Made from clear, high gloss,
high clarity 60 micron polypropylene with a
permanent UV resistant acrylic adhesive which
won’t shrink, bleed or yellow. 13.7 m roll.
Category: R2
38 mm 14856 $9.45
50 mm 14857 $13.45
76 mm 14858 $17.50
100 mm 14859 $22.50
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Cloth repair tape designed for repair of worn
or torn book spines and corner guarding.
Matt polyester fabricated with an embossed
polyurethane finish. 25 m roll.
Category: 2
25 mm white 14772 $9.95
50 mm white 14773 $17.50
Double sided tape - for inside spine
Easy to use and ideal for display. Made from PVC.
Category: 2
6 mm x 33 m clear 22109 $9.95
12 mm x 33 m clear 22092 $14.95
16 mm x 25 m blue 15902 $22.50

Hinge tapes
Ideal for paperbacks
White plastic hinge tape
Recommended
Product
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Ideal for paperbacks
Raeco® paper hinge tape
Recommended
Product
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Used to rehinge separated covers
Binders tape single stitched - for spines greater than 19 mm
Double layer
Single layer
Used to refasten book contents to covers and for repairing hinges on
stitched hard cover books. Particularly useful for books with spine
widths greater than 19 mm. Single or double layer of white gummed
cloth tape with one row of stitching down the centre. One layer of the
tape is glued to the cover with Bookaide and the contents are glued to
the other layer. 7.6 m roll.
Category: 2
Single layer 38mm 14896 $17.50
Double layer 38mm 14891 $24.95
Double layer 50mm 14892 $24.95
Used to rehinge separated covers
A highly flexible yet economical
white plastic tape for reinforcing
and repairing book hinges. Made
from 0.58 mm thick white PVC.
50 m roll.
Category: 2
19 mm 14831 $4.15
25 mm 14832 $5.15
38 mm 14833 $7.20
50 mm 14835 $8.25
An economical, buff paper
hinge masking tape. Made
from paper with a rubber based
adhesive. An economy option for
reinforcing or repairing hinges
on paperbacks. 50 m roll.
Category: 2
18 mm 14851 $5.95
24 mm 14852 $7.20
36 mm 14853 $12.50
48 mm 14855 $15.70
Binders tape double stitched - for spines up to 19 mm
May be used to refasten book contents to covers and for repairing
hinges on stitched hard cover books. Double layer of white gummed
cloth tape made from two layers of cloth tape double stitched down
the centre at different widths. One layer of the tape is glued to the
cover with Bookaide and the contents are glued to the other layer
with the stitching either side forming the new hinge. 7.6 m roll.
Category: 2
40mm (6mm spines) 14893 $22.50
50mm (12mm spines) 14894 $24.95
60mm (19mm spines) 14895 $32.50
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Ideal for hard cover books
Filament tape
A strong, semi-transparent tape reinforced with
2-way string support. Used for strengthening
and repairing book hinges. Made from
polypropylene film with bi-directional fibreglass
reinforcing for exceptional strength. 45 m roll.
Recommended
Product
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Ideal for hinge repair
3M Micropore tape
Recommended
Product
Standard page repair tape
Filmoplast P tape
Recommended
Product
Archival
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Category: 2
12 mm 14747 $4.95
18 mm 14748 $7.50
24 mm 14749 $9.95
36 mm 14750 $14.95
48 mm 14751 $19.95
A highly flexible yet tough paper tape
ideal for virtually invisible hinge and
page repair. Made from pH neutral nonwoven
rayon with pressure sensitive, nonpermanent
acrylate adhesive which will
not become brittle with age. Its porous
nature allows it to absorb adhesive for
spine/hinge repair. 9.1 m roll.
Category: 2
12 mm 14897 $0.85
24 mm 14898 $1.95
Page repair tapes
3M 810/900 Magic tape permanent
Recommended
Product
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A permanent, invisible mending tape. Ideal
for repairing torn or loose pages. Made
from archivally safe polyvinyl acetate with
an acrylic adhesive. This translucent tape
has a highly stable, agressive adhesive.
Category: R2
12mm 33m small core ea 14810 $4.75
19mm 33m small core ea 14811 $6.95
12mm 66m large core ea 14820 $7.95
19mm 66m large core ea 14821 $11.25
25mm 66m large core
Recycled cardboard core
ea 14822 $13.95
19mm 33m small core pkt 3 14807 $21.50
19mm 33m small core pkt 9 14808 $62.50
Page repair tape made from
polypropylene with a water-based
acrylic adhesive that won’t bleed and is
non-yellowing. 66 m roll.
Category: 2
12 mm 14975 $1.65
18 mm 14976 $2.25
24 mm 14977 $2.55
Acid-free
High quality acid free page repair tape
with true archival properties. Ideal for
virtually invisible text repairs. Made
from transparent tissue paper with an
acid-free adhesive that is reversible in
an immersion bath. 50 m roll.
Category: 2
20 mm 22096 $49.95
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16 Tools
Cutting mat
Removes air bubbles from book covering
Squeegee
Recommended
Product
Recommended
Product
Bone folder
Removes air bubbles from book covering
Rubber roller
Recommended
Product
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Self-healing synthetic cutting mats ‘heal’ as you cut. Ideal for
use with knives as they hold the blade steady for easy, straight
cutting. Made from 3 ply, 3 mm PVC.
Category: 2
450 x 300 mm 14054 $19.95
600 x 450 mm 14055 $39.95
900 x 600 mm 14056 $74.95
Book covering cutter
Ideal for cutting paper and
book covering. Faster than
scissors. For easy, clean straight
cuts. Designed for safety with
a protected precision-ground,
stainless steel blade.
Category: 2
Book covering 20990 $7.50
cutter
For More Information
Check out our demonstration video at
www.raeco.com.au, simply type “book
covering cutter” in the product search bar
then click on the product
Ideal for folding and creasing book covering and
applying glue into the spine of books. 150 L mm.
Category: 2
Bone folder 22118 $2.85
Eases self adhesive book
covering onto books and pushes
air bubbles from book spine to
edge. Large 150 mm W roller is
ideal for covering large books.
Handle features a thumb hold
so pressure can be applied
comfortably. Soft rubber for
seamless application of book
covering. Suitable for both left
and right handed users.
Category: 2
Rubber roller 14019 $24.95
Recommended for easing
self-adhesive coverings onto
books and spines. Aids in the
prevention of unsightly air
pockets.
Dimensions: 100 x 70 mm
Category: 2
Squeegee 14018 $3.50
Durable scissors
Recommended
Product
Top quality, German crafted Solingen steel scissors. Made from
refined stainless steel which has been ice tempered for extended
life and lasting cutting quality. The screw joint is finely set, precise
and adjustable giving a clean, easy cut. Ergonomically shaped
plastic handles suit left or right handed use (*20997 is RH only).
Category: 2
150 mm 70 mm L blade 20995 $34.95
180 mm 80 mm L blade 20996 $37.50
210 mm 95 mm L blade 20997* $49.95
Heavy duty cutting knife
Cutting knife
Fold back clips
Retractable blade knife, will cut a
range of materials including paper,
cardboard and book covering. Die
cast zinc construction for long life.
Ergonomic shape fits all size hands.
Category: 2
HD cutting knife 14003 $19.95
Blades pkt 10 14205 $9.95
Auto-lock function to secure blade while
cutting. Metal blade runner to ensure safe
usage. Snap-off blades for renewable cutting
edge. Ideal for cutting cardboard, foam board
material and other heavy-duty cutting.
Category: 2
Knife 14002 $7.50
Blades pkt 10 14004 $4.95
Holds non-adhesive covering and dust jackets
in place whilst securing with tape. Box 12.
Category: 2
50 mm W 14014 $4.50
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Tools
Bookaide adhesive
Recommended
Product
PVA processing and repair glue ideal for attaching wood, paper
and cloth. Widely used in book binding due to its flexibility. Nontoxic,
contains no solvents. Made from a water-based emulsion,
it dries fast to a flexible, transparent film. 12 month shelf life. pH
4 - 6 i.e. slightly acidic, not suitable for archival use.
Category: 2
250 ml bottle 14703 $12.50
500 ml bottle 14705 $14.95
1 lt bottle 14710 $24.95
4 lt bottle 14745 $67.50
Spare bottle & cap 14007K $3.45
Dispenser bottle spare cap 14016 $1.45
3M Multi tape dispenser
Recommended
Product
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Binders needle and thread set
Book repair press
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Heavy-duty tape dispenser. Can
be bolted to the workspace. One
core fits tapes up to 160 mm
wide.
Category: 2
Tape dispenser 14015 $99.95
Used to stitch books for repair or to
provide added support. Fine 50 GSM
linen thread.
Category: 2
15 m thread & needle 14997 $7.25
150 m thread 14996 $16.50
Designed to clamp books
whilst glue dries on spine and
hinge repairs.A must for every
workroom. Easily operated
pressure arm for books up to 255
H x 330 W x 230 D mm.
Dimensions:
570 H x 330 W x 300 D mm
Category: 2
Book repair press 14701 $299
Glue stick
Adheres paper and fabric. PVA glue suits porous materials such
as wood, paper and cloth. Non-toxic, contains no solvents. Dries
flexible and clear with a water based emulsion.
Category: 2
21 gm stick 30912 $4.30
40 gm stick 30913 $6.50
Heavy duty tape dispenser
Lawyers bodkin
Brush
21 gm stick
save 10%
on carton of 12*
40 gm stick
* must be same code
$
Heavy-duty metal bench top tape
dispenser. For 25 mm or 76 mm
diameter core tapes. Tape width
max. 88mm wide. Dispenser length
220mm.
Category: 2
Dispenser 20532 $39.95
Replacement blade 20533 $9.95
Manual hole punch tool that threads
as it punches. Ideal for reinforcing or
mending books.
Category: 2
Lawyers bodkin 14998 $17.50
Round 25 mm brush to apply liquid
adhesives. Each.
Category: 2
Brush 14008 $3.95
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Mobile tote trolley
Ideal for storage of book covering and repair materials. Perfect for
items such as book covering, labels, tools, stationery, tapes, spare
magazine covers, cleaning materials etc. Removable tote boxes
(included), can easily be relocated to your workbench.
Dimensions:
880 H x 820 W x 460 D mm
Category: R4
Tote trolley including 10 tote boxes 10203 $395
Tote box clear 10206 $17.50
Keeping books alive CD
Recommended
Product
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1 year
warranty
Learn how to cover
and repair books
15 minute step-by-step
presentation on the preparation
and repair of books and magazines.
Learn how to cover paperbacks,
magazines and dust jackets, how
to prepare hinges, spines and
corners and how to handle repairs.
Also includes an overview and
evaluation of products.
Category: 2
Keeping books 1453 $19.95
alive CD
Roll dispenser
With 3 bars for dispensing multiple rolls of book covering. Powder
coated black.
Dimensions: 1000 W x 500 H x 335 D mm
Category: 2
Roll dispenser 20515 $149
Tilt bin
Contents not included
Workroom essential, easily storing all your smaller book covering
tools. Ideal for spine labels, squeegees, bone folders, scissors
etc. Clear removable bins tilt out effortlessly and keep supplies
visible. Mounting hardware and labels included.
Dimensions: 210 H x 600 W x 170 D mm
Category: 2
Tilt bin 14020 $79.95
Artgum eraser
Ideal for cleaning scissors
Kapco oil flow
Recommended
Product
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Book repair artgum is the safest
way to remove marks from paper,
documents or books. Made from
natural gum with adhesives.
Category: 2
Artgum eraser 20857 $3.95
Designed to clean up adhesives,
waxes, crayons, grease, oil,
lipstick and much more. Can be
used on most surfaces leaving no
residue and is non-flammable.
Safety solvent. Ideal for cleaning
scissors.
Category: 2
473 ml bottle 14615 $49.95
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