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Jade 403 PVAJade is one of only three brands of polyvinylacetate adhesive (PVA) which has been found to maintain a good pH level during natural aging tests, making it suitable for box-making and other book and paper uses. In box-making, for example, the important factor is that it has minimal detrimental out-gassing. Of the three, it also shows the least yellowing during the natural aging tests. In pints, quarts, or gallons. Note: PVA must not be allowed to freeze. May not be available for shipping in cold weather.
CELLULOSE ADHESIVESKlucel-GHydroxypropylcellulose, a cellulose ether adhesive soluble in water, alcohol, acetone, and many other solvents. A 2% solution in ethanol or isopropanol has been used as a consolidant for red rot leathers. It is also soluble in many other solvents, including water. It rarely darkens undamaged leather and can be followed by a thin surface coating of microcrystalline wax for a hard, durable finish. Also used as a consolidant by textile conservators.
Methyl CellulosepH-neutral cellulose ether adhesive with excellent aging characteristics used for re-sizing, as a surfactant for cleaning, as a paper adhesive on its own, This is a premium grade of methyl cellulose with lower iron content and is compatible for mixing with wheat starch pastes or PVA adhesives. BookMakers carries two viscosities 4000 (A4M, higher viscosity) and 1500 (A15C, lower viscosity). Many conservators prefer a higher viscosity as an adhesive and a lower one for sizing. While Methocel powders are soluble in cold water, they must be thoroughly dispersed in the water before they begin to dissolve. Sold in 1/2 lb containers. If you add Methyl powder directly to cold water, you get a lumpy solution. To disperse the powder, heat 1/3 of the water to approximately 90°C (194°F). Add Methocel powder to heated water and mix until the particles are thoroughly wetted and evenly dispersed. Add the remaining water as cold water or ice. Continue agitating for at least 30 minutes. Best made a few hours before use.
WHEAT STARCHPre-gel Wheat StarchPre-cooked wheat starch in powder form without any additives. Simply mix with cold water to desired consistency. Popular for use as a poultice for removing adhesives on broken spines. Sold in 1 lb containers.
Zen Shofu (Jin Shofu)A highly refined wheat starch adhesive which must be mixed with water and cooked. Wheat starch paste is very strong, even when diluted. It forms a much more flexible adhesive layer than rice starch making it more desirable for many book conservation needs. Zen Shofu provides the strongest and most pure of the wheat starch pastes One typical recipe: Mix 20 grams of wheat starch to 200 ml of distilled water; cook for 15 minutes, stirring constantly, and then cool for another 15 minutes, also stirring constantly. After straining, it can be diluted to the desired consistency and kept refrigerated. Microwave recipe: In a deep container, mix 1 tablespoon of wheat starch with 5 tablespoons of distilled water. Place in a microwave on high setting for 20-30 seconds. Remove the paste and stir, place back in the microwave another 20-30 seconds. Remove and stir again. Continue to a cumulative time of 3 to 4 minutes until you get the desired consistency which will depend upon your needs and individual microwave appliance. When done, let the paste rest a few minutes before using.
Sodium CarboxymethylcelluloseSodium Carboxymethylcellulose is a general adhesive in concentrations of 2.5%-4%. When mixed with pure water it does not need refrigeration, nor does it spoil. Sold in 1/2 lb containers.
TAPES3M #850 Archival Transparent Tape1 mil (.025mm) transparent polyester film backing with an archival acrylic adhesive on a single side. 72 yard roll 1/2" wide.
3M #415 Double-sided Transparent Tape0.004 inch thick transparent polyester film backing with archival A40 acrylic adhesive on both sides. Available in three widths. 3m #415 double-sided transparent tape sold on 36-yd rolls.
Filomplast P & P90 Archival Self Adhesive Repair TapeSelf-adhesive archival paper-repair tape. Filmoplast P & P90 is made from an archival pressure-sensitive adhesive, on a carrier of either transparent mending tissue or white paper tape. Sold on a 2cm x 50 meter roll(approx. 0.8” x 54 yds). Also see Filmoplast R (below) for "heat-set" mending tissues.
Filmoplast R Archival Self-adhesive Repair TapeArchival, heat-sensitive paper-repair tissue. For use with a tacking iron. Filmoplast R is more easily reversible than that on the Filmoplast P and P90 tapes. Sold in two sizes, 2cm x 50 meters (approx 0.8" x 54yds), or 31cm x 10 meter (approx 12.2" x 11 yds).
Self Adhesive Frame Sealing TapeThis frame sealing tape is pressure sensitive. The acrylic adhesive is acid-free and strong enough to adhere to raw wood. An aluminum barrier layer in the acid-free paper prevents bleed-through. Sold on a 1 1/4" x 1000"roll. Light grey in color.
Acid-Free Gummed Linen Hinging TapePliable white linen tape coated with an acid-free adhesive. 64/52 cotton thread count. The water activated adhesive dries strong and does not creep. Sold in two sizes, 1” x 10 yds, or 1” x 50 yds.
Acid-Free Gummed Paper Hinging TapePaper is acid-free, lignin-free and buffered. The water activated acid-free adhesive dries strong and will not creep. White. Sold on a 1” x 130' roll.
Document Repair TapeAcid-free, lingnin-free Transparent (white) tissue with acid-free pressure-sensitive adhesive. Coated with an archival acrylic adhesive that is non-yellowing and stable over time. Sold in three sizes, 1/2” x 600”, 1” x 400”, and 1” x 98'.
Hinging TissueLong-fibered acid-free, lingnin-free Transparent (white) tissue with acid-free pressure-sensitive adhesive. Coated with an archival acrylic adhesive that is non-yellowing and stable over time. Sold in two sizes, 1” x 400”, and 1” x 98'.
Archival Mounting Strips & CornersThese mounting strips and corners are made of transparent Mylar with pressure sensitive adhesive.
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