How does one store a 79 foot long Temple Banner from the 17th century? To accomplish this, our customer engaged TALAS for advice.  The...

In 2016, TALAS had the pleasure of visiting St. Cuthberts Paper Mill.  Located in Wells, England this picturesque mill has been creating...

It’s simple, if the adhesive comes in direct or very close contact with artwork, you should avoid using a self adhesive product whenever...

In a small rural town in the Kochi Prefecture of Japan lives Osamu Hamada and his brother Hironao. They have been making paper their...

What’s the difference between vellum and parchment ? Parchment is a general term for an animal skin which has been prepared for writing...

Simply put, a bone folder is an indispensable and essential tool for any bookbinder, graphic artist, or craftsperson.  Why you ask?...

In September of 2016 we had the privilege of having Martin Frost lead a course on Fore-Edge Painting here at TALAS.  This event with...

As New Yorkers, we understand that space is of the essence and that often times multiple objects, or people, must co-habitate inside the...

Western Papers are already enough to wrap our hands around… but then we enter the sphere of Japanese Papers. Welcome to the world of...

In February of 2017 we had the privilege of hosting Catherine and Robert Gamblin for a presentation and demonstration here at TALAS...

Good question!  There are 4 varieties of Jade PVA:  Jade 403, Jade 711, Jade R and Jade Thick.  But before we get into the specifics,...

Not sure which bookbinding leather to choose? When it comes to selecting leather there are many options and various different lines. Here...

Creating your own books can be a rewarding and creative endeavor. One of the foundational techniques for binding a book is the French...

Mounting parchment and vellum can be a meticulous process, but with the right materials and techniques, you can achieve a beautifully...

Gudy adhesives, both 831 and 870, are exceptional double-sided mounting adhesives. These acid-free dry mount tapes are great for...

Marbling paper in the Ebru (Turkish) style of marbling requires that the paper first be treated using a mordant, in this case an alum...

Material collections are treasures troves of historical, cultural, and scientific information, providing invaluable insights into our...

Bookbinding is an intricate craft that combines functionality with aesthetics, ensuring that books are not only durable but also visually...

Caring for a photography collection involves several key practices to ensure long-term preservation. Here are detailed steps to help you...

Creating Ethafoam mounts for archival storage involves a careful process to ensure that the stored items are supported and protected from...