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Oversized books really do best when laying flat, otherwise the book blocks will tip and rip out of their own cases due to gravity. There are a few companies that sell museum quality book display furniture. Try Gaylord Archival, Talas, or Archival Products. Feel free to contact me, too.
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Storing them upright on a shelf should be sufficient. If you want a display case with glass doors, that's fine too but not absolutely necessary. Just be sure to dust the area once in a while, and wash your hands before handling the books. Books are generally low maintenance, so if you follow these basic rules, they should remain in good.
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Put your shelf against an inside wall instead. Leave some room between the wall and the shelf to allow air circulation. The books should be kept upright or horizontal, but never tilted. Keep the shelf full—or use a bookend—so that the books can snuggle against each other without being too crammed.
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Beyond that, books take on a whole new set of rules. Open Books. Opening a book completely (180 degrees) can flatten the spine and cause considerable damage. Collectors often wish to display the book opened. To do so safely, the book should not be opened more than 90 degrees, and both front and back covers should receive full support.
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Note the identifying marks in the Fellowship copy above, which Housing Works's rare book expert could identify. If you suspect you have a valuable book, take it to an expert like that. Usually.
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Light: Light in general and ultraviolet light in particular can damage old books. To keep printed material vibrant, maintain light levels at a minimum and place ultraviolet filters on windows and fluorescent fixtures. Storage: To give antique books the best care, keep them in protective boxes or sleeves made from acid free materials.
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Stay away from the light. The quickest way to damage a book is to leave it in the sun. Sunlight is a surefire way to fade a book and make it brittle (due to lack of moisture). You need to make sure that you store or display your books in a dark room away from direct sunlight. Moisture is important in keeping your paper from turning into dust.
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In 2022, book and paper auction sales totaled $1.06 billion, according to Rare Book Hub, down about $100 million from 2021 when a few high-priced items skewed figures upward, but up sharply from.
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Books on shelving should be stored in a vertical, upright position. Arrange books of similar heights together so they fit snugly but not overly tight. (If using bookends, they should be a similar height as well.) If a book is too large to be placed upright on a shelf, you can display it horizontally. Give books "breathing room" by not.
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Remove Dust. Wipe the top of the book where dust collects before handling. Do this by pinching the book cover together and gently swiping a clean soft bristled brush from the spine to the edge of the pages. Again, ensure the book is tightly closed to avoid dust on the interior pages. Inspect the Book.
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A steady temperature is best, and books generally prefer cooler conditions - ideally 16º-19ºC (60º-66ºF). Homes are typically warmer than this and a range of 19º-21ºC (66º-70ºF) is practical for most people and still an acceptable temperature for books. Relative humidity should be as stable as possible, ideally at 50% - very damp or.
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But if you want to display your book open to a certain page or illustration, then a bit more thought is needed, since the angle and weight distribution could, once again, jeopardize the spine. Archival companies such as Gaylord Archival offer a wide range of display mounts, and displays like the Large Urethane Book Mount Set are particularly useful when displaying rare and delicate books.
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Clamshell Boxes. One of the best ways to display rare books in an aesthetically pleasing way without risking any damage to the objects is to have clamshell boxes made. As you may already know, clamshell boxes are custom-made, archival boxes for rare books and other objects. They're fitted precisely to the dimensions of the book they're made.
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Budget and Plan: Set a budget for your rare book collecting and plan your purchases accordingly. Keep in mind that rare book collecting, as with all collectibles, should be a long-term endeavor; patience is key here. Preserve and Protect: Properly store and care for your rare books to preserve their condition. Consider factors such as humidity.
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Wherever you choose to display your rare or antique books, make sure they are removed from direct sunlight. Artificial light is fine, but you don't want direct sunlight coming in on the books as that will definitely cause fading and damage over time. Keep your collection out of the sunlight to preserve it.
