Vent: My old shop teacher's paste recipe versus the one from the Chicago workshop

Honestly, I used his wheat paste for years, but it always felt a bit weak on heavier book cloth. Tried the cooked methyl cellulose method from that Chicago workshop last month, and the difference in tack and clarity is huge. It just holds everything down so much cleaner without any lumps. Anyone else have a go-to adhesive they swear by for full cloth bindings?

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wesleyc756d ago

Ever try PVA glue mixed with a little water? I had the same problem with wheat paste on heavy linen, and that mix gave me way better control and a stronger bond without soaking the cloth.

tara_sanchez6d ago

PVA yellows over time though, which ruins the look.