What Types Of Bookbinding Are Available?

What Types Of Bookbinding Are Available?

Chapter 1 - The Classic 4 Types Of Bindings

Saddle Stitch Binding

Riding tacks are used when short documents need to be bound. Riding tacks are more suited to smaller documents and are one of the easiest ways to secure folded paper. Riding tacks are a professional stapling method for any cost-effective pamphlet, brochure, catalog, program or magazine.

Thread Stitching

Organizing book pages for a creative project and want a little whimsy? Singer's Stitch is a beautiful traditional book binding method where folded pages are sewn together with a single thread (of any color) at the spine. This secure binding method uses no adhesives or staples and is usually used for single books. The stitching can either be seen on the outside or neatly hidden inside.

Sewing Binding

This type of binding is sewn in sections along the spine of the book and then glued together for a sturdy finish. Segment stitching is suitable for both small and large documents, and allows you to lay the book flat regardless of the number of pages.

Perfect Bound

Perfect Binding uses a strong, flexible adhesive to secure a stack of printed pages inside a wrap-around cover. After the adhesive has cured, the three open edges of the book are trimmed to create perfectly straight edges. It is from these "perfect" edges that the Perfect Binding method gets its name.

The perfect binding method is perfect for a wide variety of printed books. This includes manuals, catalogs, directories, handbooks, workbooks, field guides, journals, magazines, thicker comic books, graphic novels, biographies, company reports, and any other bound document that is thicker than 1/8 inch.

Chapter 2 - The Popular 4 Types Of Bindings

Spiral Binding

Spiral binding uses a spring-like coil that is inserted through a series of small holes punched along the edges of the pages and cover. Once the coil is inserted, the ends are crimped to keep it in place.

One of the main advantages of the spiral binding method is that it allows the book to open a full 360 degrees. This means that the book can lay completely flat whether it is closed or open. As a result, the book can be placed on a desk or table without having to be constantly open while viewing the contents. This frees up both hands for other tasks, making spiral binding ideal for instruction and maintenance manuals, cookbooks, craft books, adult coloring books, travel guides, first aid books, workbooks, study guides and bound sheet music.

Wire-O Binding

Wire-O binding is a "perforated binding" method that functions similarly to spiral binding. But instead of using flexible plastic coils to connect the cover to the pages, Wire-o binding uses rigid metal binding elements that form a series of double rings. Although the cost is reasonable, wire-o binding adds a sophisticated look to book projects.

Disc Binding

The principle of a disc-bound notepad system is similar to that of a standard ring-bound notepad, except that instead of punching holes along the edges of the pages to load the paper into a binder, the disc-binding system uses discs with grooves that grip the paper. The paper is then punched along the edges, creating mushroom-shaped grooves that grip the disk. To add a page, simply place the page in the desired location and gently press the tabs between the metal discs.

Loose-Leaf Binder

You can personalize the flipbook: rearrange the material and binding to your liking. You can bind it yourself or use it with your handouts and other printouts. We recommend that you use a screw binder or a regular binder to ensure its durability.