Lineco - Gummed Linen Tape
Hinge heavy artwork confidently with water-activated museum-grade tape
Book repair requires materials that won't fail under stress or damage what you're fixing. This gummed linen tape delivers both strength and reversibility through its 64/52 thread count weave and neutral pH adhesive. The substantial thread density provides serious tensile strength while remaining pliable enough to conform around spines and fold into hinges without cracking.
Water activation gives you working time to position the tape precisely before it sets. The adhesive develops excellent tack as it dries, creating bonds strong enough to hinge heavy artwork or reinforce deteriorating book structures. Neutral white integrates visually with most paper stocks without drawing attention to repairs. Lay-flat properties eliminate the bubbling and curling that plague inferior repair tapes, keeping mended pages smooth and readable.
The water-reversible adhesive proves essential when repairs need adjustment or future conservators need to undo your work without damaging original materials. Archivists and book restorers rely on this tape for museum-quality repairs that respect both the object's integrity and conservation ethics. Simply moisten the adhesive side, position the tape, and let it dry to a permanent yet reversible bond.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- 64/52 thread count provides superior strength
- Neutral pH adhesive activates with water
- Pliable construction ideal for hinging artwork
- Excellent tack and lay-flat properties
- Reversible adhesive allows repositioning or removal
- Neutral white compatible with most materials
- Suitable for book repair and paper artifacts
