storing old books

February 24, 2009 Book Furniture No Comments

Books should all be handled and stored with care, to preserve their condition or to prevent any damage getting even worse. Very old books that were printed from the mid-19th century and onwards were usually printed on mechanical ground wood pulp paper, which usually has a high acidic content and meaning they can quickly become brittle and discoloured if they are not kept in the correct conditions.

Big heavy folio-size books are usually best stored laid own. Other books stored on shelves should be kept upright at 90° to the surface of the shelf and should be supported on each side by books or book stands of a similar size, to prevent covers getting warped. You should never pack the books in too tightly as this may cause the covers to be damaged when you try remove the books from the bookshelf.

Many people pull a book by the top of its spine when taking it from a bookshelf, this can cause damage, people are also in the habbit of leaving a book open and face down for a length of time, this too can cause damage to books. Books need to be well looked after to keep them in good condition.

Remember to store your books in quality pine furniture bookcases or oak bookcases, as the best book collection deserves to be stored in the best way.

Getting the Right Furniture for your Books

November 19, 2008 Book Furniture No Comments

So, you might have amassed a sizeable collection of books. The next step is to show off your books, this lets people know your tastes and can also add a touch of unique class to a home if done correctly.

There are several different methods of display you can take, choosing the right one for you depends on the type of books, where you will be displaying them and what impression you would like to give people.

First of all, is a standard bookshelf, this is one of the most commonly used storage items. These can be bought on any budget and are a simple and easy way of display books of all types whether young children’s books or classic masterpieces.

If you really want to show off some of your cultural or impressive gatherings then you might opt for the slightly more sophisticated look, such as solid wood or antique bookcases. These can add to the elegance portrayed from certain types of books.

The final, less recommended approach is a cupboard. This is ideal for those collections that you feel do not portray your personality properly or, quite simply, if you just don’t want your books to be on show. The positive gained from this choice is your books are much better protected and are less likely to gather dust or get sun damage.