Bookbinding and the Conservation of Books
A Dictionary of Descriptive Terminology

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mature

Paper or board which has been seasoned for a period of time before being used. Maturing is important in preventing excessive warping of such materials as binder's board, as well as to have the moisture content of paper and board attain equilibrium with the surrounding atmosphere. See also: SEASONING .




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