Book Makers Craft

Repair & Restoration · Inquiry

Tell Us About Your Book

Every book has its own structure, history, condition, and purpose. Share a few details and photographs so we can begin to understand your book, the concerns you have, and what you hope to preserve or restore.

The initial online review is preliminary. If the project appears to be a possible fit, the book will need to be evaluated in person before a treatment plan and final estimate can be developed.

I. Contact information
II. About the book
III. Condition and concerns
Can the book currently be opened and handled?
IV. Desired outcome
Is preserving original material and appearance a priority?
Are you open to visible signs of age and use remaining after treatment?
V. Photographs

Clear, well-lit photographs help us understand your book. Tap a box to add a photo. Keep each one under about 5 MB (JPG, PNG, or HEIC). If you have more, you can send them when we reply, and please do not force the book open to photograph it.

Your inquiry, and any photos you add, are sent directly to Book Makers Craft. We usually reply within a few days.

What happens after you write

  1. Submit an inquiry

    The owner provides background information, goals, and clear photographs.

  2. Initial online review

    BMC reviews the submitted information to determine whether the project may be a possible fit and whether additional details are needed.

  3. In-person evaluation

    The physical book is examined to better understand its construction, materials, condition, previous repairs, treatment needs, and practical limitations.

  4. Consultation

    After the in-person evaluation, BMC discusses observations, possible treatment approaches, desired outcomes, tradeoffs, estimated cost, and anticipated timing.

  5. Treatment plan and approval

    The proposed scope and expectations are documented and approved before work begins.

  6. Repair or restoration work

    The agreed treatment is completed with appropriate communication if unexpected conditions or necessary changes are discovered.

  7. Completion and care guidance

    The finished book is reviewed, and relevant handling, storage, or care recommendations are provided.

What to expect

  • Every book and treatment is different.
  • Photographs are required for the initial review.
  • An online review is preliminary and is not a final diagnosis, treatment plan, or estimate.
  • The book must be evaluated in person before a final treatment plan and estimate can be developed.
  • A consultation will follow the in-person evaluation to discuss observations, options, goals, cost, and timing.
  • Not every book is a good candidate for repair or restoration.
  • The monetary value of a book may be less than the cost of treatment.
  • Sentimental, family, historical, cultural, or practical value may still make treatment worthwhile.
  • Some treatments preserve age, wear, and character rather than making a book appear new.
  • No work begins until the treatment approach, scope, and expectations have been discussed and approved.