Casing in a textblock can be a tricky process. If the textblock isn't glued to the cover properly, your book may not open as it should. In this video, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of preparing your covers and correctly attaching them to the textblock, ensuring smooth, functional results.
Read the full instructions on our blog here: https://blog.talasonline.com/post/how-to-case-in-a-text-block
For this video you'll need a text block. Pre-sewn versions can be found here:
https://www.talasonline.com/paper-and-board/book-blocks-and-kits
(or sew your own: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJocvVz9OwM&t=2s and don't forget to prepare the spine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Rd8sWRuU18&t=21s)
You'll need bookcloth, which can be purchase by the yard here:
https://www.talasonline.com/fabrics-and-leather/bookcloth
Binder's board can be purchased by the full sheet or small pieces here:
https://www.talasonline.com/Davey-Binders-Board
Bristol Board for the spine support can be found here:
https://www.talasonline.com/Heritage-Archival-Bristol-Board
Jade 403 PVA for the gluing can be found here:
https://www.talasonline.com/Jade-403
Along with glue brushes:
https://www.talasonline.com/Round-Glue-Brushes
Bone folders in various shapes and sizes at an affordable price:
https://www.talasonline.com/Bone-Folders
Use Silicone Release Paper to ensure that your pages do not stick:
https://www.talasonline.com/Silicone-Release