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...

Thinking of ordering a custom archival storage box but not sure where to start? Check out the glossary for important components to consider.

What’s the difference between Acid-Free and Archival? Acid-free papers are made using alkaline papermaking technology. This means the pH...

Not sure if you should be choosing a buffered or an unbuffered option for long-term storage of your valuable possessions? Read our guide...

The Beva® 371 Film is a heat activated adhesive, originally developed by Gustav Berger for relining old deteriorating or tom canvases...

*this recipe has been provided by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Paper Conservation Dept. Combine 1 part Wheat Starch to 4 parts...