Frequently Asked Questions
Perfect Bound Books - FAQ
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How strong is your Perfect binding?
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Very strong. Polyolefin hot melt adhesive is a hybrid glue designed to virtually equal the pull resistance of PUR adhesive but with faster drying times and far less waste.
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Does it stay strong in very warm climates?
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Yes. Unlike traditional EVA hot-melt adhesive, Polyolefin has a much better tolerance to both hot and cold conditions.
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Will the spine crack or break?
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Only with extreme abuse. We have bound thousands upon thousands of books with this adhesive and not had a single complaint.
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Why is it best to laminate covers?
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In printing terms, book covers take a lot of punishment. When they are folded, the fibres of the paper crack causing unsightly white lines in the print and weak spots in the material. Adding a layer of plastic laminate to the cover makes the book much more durable and capable of being handled over and over again.
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What is the best paper to use for pages?
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Novels and colouring books are generally on uncoated paper whereas catalogues, brochures and books containing important photographic images tend to be best on coated papers such as silk or gloss. We'd generally recommend silk over gloss, simply because the less reflection a page has, the easier it is to read.