Shin Book & Paper Conservation provides a wide range of conservation and preservation services for books and select flat papers:
Consultation
Examination with written and photographic documentation
Condition assessment, surveys, and reports
Treatments:
Surface cleaning
Mending tears and losses
Reattachment/reinforcement of detached or loose covers
Reattach loose leaves and/or resewing
Reback, or repair damaged spine
Rebinding
Humidification & flattening for small to mid-size flat papers
Minimal tape removal & adhesive reduction
Custom protective housing/enclosures: dust jacket, sleeves, wrappers, and boxes
Training for safe handling of library & archives materials
Workshops and presentations on various bookbinding styles and book conservation topics
Courier services for library & archives collections
Our process begins with a discussion of your treatment goals and the needs of the object, followed by a treatment proposal and estimate based on the consultation and initial assessment. A range of treatment options and corresponding estimates can be provided to suit your requirements. All completed treatments include a full treatment report and photographic documentation.
