Stitched square-back binding is a time-honored technique used extensively in book production. This binding method has been used since antiquity, and preserves the integrity of a book so that it can last for years, even centuries. Square-back binding, also known as “dos carré cousu”, involves sewing sheets of paper together to form a binding.
The binding is then shaped into a square form, enabling the book to hold securely and resist wear and tear. The sewn square-back binding technique is highly appreciated by bibliophiles and collectors alike, as it makes for highly durable and aesthetically pleasing books.
Books bound using this method are easy to handle and can withstand many years of reading and handling. Stitched square-back binding is a complex technique, requiring great precision and attention to detail at every stage. Once the sheets have been sewn together, they must be shaped into a square spine.
Once this is done, the binding is reinforced with cloth or leather to give it a more durable and aesthetic appearance. Welye in Paris offers this type of finishing with a number of different finishes: lamination, hot foil stamping, dust jackets, bookmarks, headbands, bookmarks…
