Tips for Better Perfect Binding

Perfect Binding vs. Tape Binding

• Users who want to produce high-quality books should opt for a perfect binder. Users who have limited capital and are not concerned with the unattractive tape on the book spine can choose a tape binder. —Harry Nguyen, Duplo USA

• Tape binding is a viable and attractive option for customers who don’t have the ability to image a wraparound cover or prefer to standardize around an 8.5x11? format. A true perfect bound book with wraparound cover lets you print a title on the spine, and some believe a perfect bound book has a higher perceived value than a tape-bound document. The cost-per-bind comparison will vary. The right answer depends on your shop and how the book will be used and distributed. —Mark Hunt, Standard Finishing Systems