Boxes for Hardcover Books

(Use for hardcover books over 1” in depth)

1. Measure the height, width, and depth of the book. Be sure to accommodate a bowed spine or lopsided covers when measuring the width. Measure the depth at the book's thickest point.

2. Add 1/8” to all measurements.

3. Following the diagram, draw lines using the height, width, and depth measurements.

4. Following the diagram, cut out extraneous pieces not needed.

5. Use a tapered bone and ruler to crease and fold corrugate board material as shown on the diagram. Crease the bottom and spine of the box on the lines drawn. Crease the top of the box about 1/8” outside the lines.

6. Place the book into the box to make sure it fits.

7. Glue the tabs for the top and bottom of the box and use a Teflon bone to secure them to the sides.

8. Place the book in the box with its spine up against the fore-edge of the box.

9. Place the box on its fore-edge and let dry for at least four hours.