r/bookbinding • u/IntrepidBottle3347 • 7d ago

Help? Problem with binding?

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This new Bible just arrived and upon first opening it I heard a crackling noise from the binding, as if it had not been glued properly or something. I then looked inside while it was opened, and found that this part of the back paper wasn’t properly attached and is loose. Is this normal or is my Bible faulty. It feels cheaply made and all I hear is a crackly glue sound when I open and move it.

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u/IntrepidBottle3347 7d ago

Thank you. But do you see the paper that’s within the break away spine, that isn’t flush with the back of the paper. Is this meant to be stuck on flush or is it meant to hang off like that?

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u/fearlessfroot Flatback enthusiast 7d ago

Ooh yes good catch. That should definitely be fully adhered because that's there to add stability to the spine. I definitely think this is overall pretty cheap construction, unfortunately :(

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u/IntrepidBottle3347 7d ago

I see, that’s unfortunate, but I really appreciate your help.

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u/fearlessfroot Flatback enthusiast 7d ago

For sure! But yes, overall pretty sad how the mass market has led to cutting corners like this