How much does it cost to rebind a family bible?

 

Two major things to consider when thinking of rebinding a family bible:

·      the materials used in the rebinding

·      the condition of the bible.

Most people would like to have their bible rebound in leather of which the three most popular are:

·      Imitation – this is a heavy weight paper product that is processed to look like leather.  It is available in many colors and withstands heavy usage.

·      Bonded  - this leather is like plywood – pieces of real leather are heat pressed together to form a sheet that is used to bind the bible.  It is also available in various colors, but does not hold up under heavy use.

·      Genuine – this is a single sheet of best grade leather that is used to rebind the bible.  It is available in colors, and will withstand heavy usage.

Bibles may also be rebound in hardback buckram, a canvas like fabric available in a large variety of colors and is almost non-destructible.  The price for buckram is usually the same as for imitation leather.

In addition, it is possible to restore and rebind the family bible using the original covers.

Rebinding a bible in leather costs: 

·      Imitation - $270 - $390 black with an additional charge for color.

·      Bonded leather - $280 - $300 with no charge for a color

·      Genuine leather - $340 - #360 in black with a additional $5.00 f - $7.00 for color

·      Restore using original covers - $295.00 to $420.00

If the bible is in good condition, there should be little or no extra expense for the rebinding except for the shipping ($30.00 - $40.00) and sales tax.

Bibles that have torn, lose, or detached pages will probably need to be re-sewn.  Some pages can be repaired and laminated if necessary.  Additional family pages are also available.  Prices for these services can range from  $50.00 to $100.00. 

If the bible is to be rebound, it is important that there are no missing pages.  Once the bible has been rebound, it is almost impossible to “tip in” the missing page.  If pages are missing, it may be advisable to store the bible in an archival box.

The prices listed above are a general guideline.  To receive a more accurate estimate, the bible can be sent to the bindery for an examination. Once the estimate has been approved, the bindery will proceed with the order.