Southern Book & Paper Conservation LLC

About SB&P
After graduating from the University of Texas with a library MS and a certificate in the conservation of library and archival materials,
I opened a conservation lab in Central Georgia to provide museum-level repair of fine binding, art on paper, antique documents, and much loved heirlooms.

I also do hand bookbinding, typically for one-off gift books.

If the cover or spine has fallen off your personal study Bible, heirloom cookbook, or too-loved children's book, don't be shy - I welcome those as well.

Kathryn Wright,
owner & conservator
Latest Projects
Here's recent work that I've shared to Facebook.
Conservation Video Series
These videos are examples of my work that I've uploaded to my YouTube channel

This is a series of 13 very short videos showing a reback and relining of this 1880s volume.
This large family Bible also needed a reback and relining.
I discuss why I made certain decisions about this book's treatment
Portfolio
1602 Geneva Bible
This Bible had already undergone an interesting and unfortunate repair, perhaps around 150 years ago.
Late 1800s United States Compendium
This book required sections to be rebuilt and resewn as well as a new toned spine piece.
1920s Bible
This Bible was an heirloom that needed a new cover. I inset the original cover which was embossed with her mother's name.
Early 1800s manuscript
One of the most challenging aspects of modern conservation is the removal of pressure sensitive tape. First the plastic carrier is removed, then the adhesive itself.
ca.1900 pen & ink schematic
This oversize drawing had to be surface cleaned before it could be mended.
1890s Hymnal
This repair required stabilizing the end bands for reuse. The text block also contained cellulose-carrier tape with water soluble adhesive, which is much easier to remove than modern tape.
contact
I look forward to assessing your treasured book and paper items.
I work with individuals and institutions, locally and via shipping.
Text or leave a voicemail at 478.283.8659 to set up a complimentary appointment.
Also, feel free to text or email me pictures of your damaged item -- I can usually provide a ballpark estimate based on pictures.
You can also reach me at southernbnp@gmail.com.

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SB&P on YouTube

About SB&P

After graduating from the University of Texas with a library MS and a certificate in the conservation of library and archival materials,

I opened a conservation lab in Central Georgia to provide museum-level repair of fine binding, art on paper, antique documents, and much loved heirlooms.

I also do hand bookbinding, typically for one-off gift books.

If the cover or spine has fallen off your personal study Bible, heirloom cookbook, or too-loved children's book, don't be shy - I welcome those as well.

Kathryn Wright,

owner & conservator

Latest ProjectsHere's recent work that I've shared to Facebook.

Latest Projects

Here's recent work that I've shared to Facebook.

Conservation Video Series

These videos are examples of my work that I've uploaded to my YouTube channel

This is a series of 13 very short videos showing a reback and relining of this 1880s volume.

This large family Bible also needed a reback and relining.I discuss why I made certain decisions about this book's treatment

Portfolio

1602 Geneva BibleThis Bible had already undergone an interesting and unfortunate repair, perhaps around 150 years ago.

1602 Geneva Bible

This Bible had already undergone an interesting and unfortunate repair, perhaps around 150 years ago.

Late 1800s United States CompendiumThis book required sections to be rebuilt and resewn as well as a new toned spine piece.

Late 1800s United States Compendium

This book required sections to be rebuilt and resewn as well as a new toned spine piece.

1920s BibleThis Bible was an heirloom that needed a new cover. I inset the original cover which was embossed with her mother's name.

1920s Bible

This Bible was an heirloom that needed a new cover. I inset the original cover which was embossed with her mother's name.

Early 1800s manuscriptOne of the most challenging aspects of modern conservation is the removal of pressure sensitive tape. First the plastic carrier is removed, then the adhesive itself.

Early 1800s manuscript

One of the most challenging aspects of modern conservation is the removal of pressure sensitive tape. First the plastic carrier is removed, then the adhesive itself.

ca.1900 pen & ink schematicThis oversize drawing had to be surface cleaned before it could be mended.

ca.1900 pen & ink schematic

This oversize drawing had to be surface cleaned before it could be mended.

1890s HymnalThis repair required stabilizing the end bands for reuse. The text block also contained cellulose-carrier tape with water soluble adhesive, which is much easier to remove than modern tape.

1890s Hymnal

This repair required stabilizing the end bands for reuse. The text block also contained cellulose-carrier tape with water soluble adhesive, which is much easier to remove than modern tape.

contact

I look forward to assessing your treasured book and paper items.

I work with individuals and institutions, locally and via shipping.

Text or leave a voicemail at 478.283.8659 to set up a complimentary appointment.

Also, feel free to text or email me pictures of your damaged item -- I can usually provide a ballpark estimate based on pictures.

Latest Projects
Here's recent work that I've shared to Facebook.

This large family Bible also needed a reback and relining.
I discuss why I made certain decisions about this book's treatment

1602 Geneva Bible
This Bible had already undergone an interesting and unfortunate repair, perhaps around 150 years ago.

Late 1800s United States Compendium
This book required sections to be rebuilt and resewn as well as a new toned spine piece.

1920s Bible
This Bible was an heirloom that needed a new cover. I inset the original cover which was embossed with her mother's name.

Early 1800s manuscript
One of the most challenging aspects of modern conservation is the removal of pressure sensitive tape. First the plastic carrier is removed, then the adhesive itself.

ca.1900 pen & ink schematic
This oversize drawing had to be surface cleaned before it could be mended.

1890s Hymnal
This repair required stabilizing the end bands for reuse. The text block also contained cellulose-carrier tape with water soluble adhesive, which is much easier to remove than modern tape.