burst binding

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Scope note
Method of attaching leaves together to form a text block. Slots or holes are cut or punched through the folds of a gathering, thin adhesive is forced through the holes to adhere the leaves of the gathering together, then a second, thicker adhesive is applied to the back of the stack of gatherings to create a text block.
burst binding
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024