How Do You Protect The Dust Jackets On Hardback Books?

Hardback books in their pristine dust jackets lined up on the shelf are something to admire. For a book collector, those dust jackets which were originally used for advertisement and also to protect the books around which they were wrapped have become an integral part of the value of the books. Hardback books can begin to show wear fairly quickly, even with care taken by the gentlest of readers.

Here are some tips to keep the dust jackets of your hardback books, whether new, collectible or rare, in like new condition which will help your books hold their value. First and foremost is to protect hardback book dust jackets from harmful elements in general, such as humid environments, sunlight, or curious children and pets. The dust jacket could be removed when reading to prevent creases or tears, but be sure your hands are clean since the front and rear covers of contemporary hardback books are often made of paper instead of cloth.

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