Gamom3 Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 being used ALL year??? We have a math book that is soft covered. I know it's not going to look as nice at the end of the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaSheep Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I cover the covers (that sounds funny) of books we use frequently with clear contact paper. It really helps them hold up longer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kckamy Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I also cover them with contact paper. Amy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan in TN Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I buy book covering stuff on a roll from Brodart - a library supply company. It looks like contact paper, but is more sturdy. You can also buy pre-made slip-on covers that you can reuse on another book. http://www.shopbrodart.com/shop/toc/toc.aspx?nodeid=515e31fc2b61436493e6560d6eaf81e9&toc=sub_bcrepair It's a little more expensive than contact paper, but also more durable - we have several kids so it's worth it to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncmomo3 Posted July 31, 2009 Share Posted July 31, 2009 I cover the covers (that sounds funny) of books we use frequently with clear contact paper. It really helps them hold up longer. :iagree: Yep. I used 3 rolls of contact paper this year on books. I actually really enjoy covering books with it. I'm sure it is some disorder :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdeno Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I love how it turned out. I will put a pic on my blog in a few minutes. Kari http://www.theamusingredhead.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I love how it turned out. I will put a pic on my blog in a few minutes. Kari http://www.theamusingredhead.com Kari, Very creative! I really like it. Thanks for sharing.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corraleno Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I buy book covering stuff on a roll from Brodart - a library supply company. It looks like contact paper, but is more sturdy. You can also buy pre-made slip-on covers that you can reuse on another book. http://www.shopbrodart.com/shop/toc/toc.aspx?nodeid=515e31fc2b61436493e6560d6eaf81e9&toc=sub_bcrepair It's a little more expensive than contact paper, but also more durable - we have several kids so it's worth it to me. Oooooo, this looks awesome! Which product do you use? Have you ever used the kind with a separate spine? Any tips or recommendations? Jackie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SLH in ND Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I actually really enjoy covering books with it. I'm sure it is some disorder :D :iagree: Yep, I have that disorder, too! I just bought a couple more rolls to cover our new books. Sheri :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen in CO Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 You can also cut the binding off and either three-hole punch them or have t hem coil bound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FriedClams Posted August 1, 2009 Share Posted August 1, 2009 I also cover them with contact paper. :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jewel7123 Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Those of you who use contact paper on your soft cover books, can you recommend a good brand and where is the best place to purchase it? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caraway Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Is there a method to covering the books with contact paper? I am picturing air bubbles, wrinkles, etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoo Keeper Posted September 22, 2009 Share Posted September 22, 2009 Voice of experience with contact paper--there is a kind out that says right on the label that it is repositionable; and yes, you really can slowly peel it off the book and smooth out the air bubbles, wrinkles, etc. This is worth every penny--especially if you are all thumbs (like me) and trying to cover math books with the (unasked) assistance of four small children. Get the repositionable stuff if you can find it; I found it at a local drug store in school supplies section. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kdurfee Posted September 23, 2009 Share Posted September 23, 2009 I have been so frustrated by worn paper covers - thanks for the great ideas! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macpuffins Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I used to use paper covers (butcher's paper or old brown paper bags) when I used books provided by the district (when I was in school). When they were my books, I often did the same. The paper afforded me the luxury of personalizing the cover, and made it easier to remove at the end of the borrow time. The problem became when paper binding books would divest themselves of their binding. Case in point, my Wheelock's Latin (3rd ed.). By the time my first semester was done, it was a case of "take the parts you need with you" as it was in several pieces! I was able to have the library at the university repair it, and show me how to do them too. It 'survived' 2 years of university (though it still has the assistance of a large elastic band). Now that I'm teaching a friend's daughter using Wheelock's Latin 6th ed., also in trade paperback, we're both looking at options as this is a 3-4 year course of study for her (ultimately leading to 1.5 semesters of credit at our local university should she decide to test for it). I also have a couple of hardbound Bibles that are duct-taped to keep all portions of the scripture together, but as they have so many notes in them, I'm loathe to part with them or to upgrade to a new one. Those have survived much abuse, and no amount of covering them would have made survival in a knapsack more likely! (Yes, one of them DID live in a Bible case, and it only kept the cover pristine, though little could keep the binding intact!) FWIW, my paperback books that are used for leisure reading often look brand new even when I'm done reading them. The rare exceptions would be novels on my 'mental floss' list that get read at least once per year, and even those don't usually have the spine broken, the Sholan Alliance series by Lisanne Norman being the notable exception. p. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
home4school Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 You can also cut the binding off and either three-hole punch them or have t hem coil bound. :iagree: I have been having the bindings cut off and then coil-bound with clear covers on the front and back and it keeps them looking great. It also makes them so much easier to use. They will lay open so nicely. I even had my Shurley TM split into two smaller books and just love using it now. It was so HUGE and cumbersome. Blessings, Kim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orthodox6 Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 I reinforce the cover edges with clear postal mailing tape. (not the entire cover surface) Works very well ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MerryAtHope Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Vernon Reddi Roll! 5ml thick library grade laminate--repositionable--it's wonderful! Merry :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodhaven Posted September 26, 2009 Share Posted September 26, 2009 Me too! Reddi Rolls from Vernon Library Supplies. Nothing better, in my opinion. We've been using it for years on our books! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acbuy Posted September 29, 2009 Share Posted September 29, 2009 Thanks for such great advices, I'm collecting my Five in a Row books and can't afford the Hardcover versions. I am on my way to turn my paperbacks into more durable books. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RanchGirl Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 :iagree: I have been having the bindings cut off and then coil-bound with clear covers on the front and back and it keeps them looking great. It also makes them so much easier to use. They will lay open so nicely. I even had my Shurley TM split into two smaller books and just love using it now. It was so HUGE and cumbersome. Blessings, Kim me three.... Kinko's, Office Depot, or Office Max all do this. I did it with Mystery of History and several others and I love them now! Also if a book is reproducible for home/class room use, I have 2 copies made at the same time, one for each kid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovemy9kids Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 I had all my CW books spiral bound and my Writing Tales teacher guide. It makes all the difference in the world when you are trying to teach while holding your 2 month old. :001_smile: Now, I can open them and they lay so nicely on my desk. I wonder why they don't just sell them like this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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