steamset
A trade name for an English process of edition
binding, in which the spine of the book is lined
with an expandable cloth before rounding and
backing. The lining and the adhesive on the spine
are softened by the application of steam. and the
book is rounded and backed while the adhesive is
in the softened state. Full rounding with good
formation of the shoulders. together with
durability and good openability, are said to be
merits of the process. (89 , 140 )
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