Adhesive Binding Flashcards
0
Q
What are the distinct features of adhesive binding
A
Spine cover material attached to book block Soft cover material Inexpensive Thick spines (1/8 to 4 inches) Printing in spines
1
Q
What binding style is used with covers
A
Perfect bound
2
Q
Name 3 characteristics that spine glue should have
A
More stong, less flexible
Fluid to set into paper creases
Dry relatively fast
3
Q
Name a cold glue
A
Polyvinyl acetate dispersions (PVAC)
4
Q
Name a hot melt glue and it’s characteristics
A
Ethyl acetate (EVA)
Dry set based in moisture in air
Can be remelted over and over again (no need to empty out pot)
Takes 1-3 days to fully set
