Case-Bound Book

A case-bound or hardcover book is one bound with rigid protective covers (typically of binder's board or heavy paperboard covered with buckram or other cloth, heavy paper, or occasionally leather). It has a flexible, sewn spine which allows the book to lie flat on a surface when opened. This type of protective cover, called a case, has been used since the 1820’s, and is made separately from the bookblock. The bookblock is then attached to the case by gluing the hinges, sewing supports and pastedowns.  The spine of the case is not adhered to the spine of the bookblock.  

These instructions are photographed from Franz Zeier's 
Books, Boxes and Portfolios:
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The Hardcover Book
Materials in Kit
  • 8.75" x 11.5" Mohawk Superfine sheets for 12 signatures of 4 sheets each
  • Book board and card for spine
  • Japanese Paper for spine reinforcement
  • Linen tapes, thread and headband
  • Book cloth and paper for case
  • Some of you also have some paper for endsheets

Materials you will need to provide
  • End sheet papers
  • Different paper or cloth for covering case if desired
General Introduction
Our Kit and Book in Production