Binding, Rebinding and Repairs

At the Index Bindery, we have the perfect combination - an active workshop, manned by highly skilled binders who can guide you through the repair process and relevant costs, alongside a retail space full of the paraphernalia of bookbinding and our range of handmade stationery.

All our rebindings and repairs are costed according to the time it will take us to carry out the work. In most cases, this will require at least two hours, including preparation, the mending process, and drying time. Most repairs start at £120.

Binding

Select this option if you have a book where the pages are in good condition, but you'd like new covers for it. Order Book Binding  here

Thesis Binding

Select this option if you have a thesis you'd like to have rebound. Order Thesis Binding here.

Book Rebinding and Repairs 

There are 2 steps to obtaining a quotation for rebinding or repairs:

Step 1 - Send us information to enable us to provide a quote

All the information we require is set out in the form (which can be accessed here) below, with an example at the bottom of the page in case it's useful.

If you're looking for inspiration then take a look at our notebooks, lifestyle books and photograph albums. Then you can reference one for example: Please rebind with the same design as the pink visitors book with gilt flower.

Step 2 - Quotation 

We will send you a quote within 3 working days, including an e-invoice for a 50% deposit. If you'd like to accept the quote then payment of the deposit adds you to the queue.

In the quote we'll include an estimate of when work will commence and finish. If you change your mind on any of the details it's not a problem - just let us know. There may be no extra charge (depending on whether you've chosen more expensive material or not) and we'll send you an updated quote. This is to ensure we have all the right details on your quotation.

Starting Work

Send us your book or drop it off (our address is here) and we'll email to confirm when work has started. 

Rebinds will normally take 3 to 4 months from receipt of the book.

Testimonials

★★★★★

Hi Daniel
I collected my book, "Elements of Geometry", which you have been working on for me, today, Thursday September 19th.
I was sorry to hear from your colleagues that you are currently unwell so I was unable to thank you in person for the work you have done. I am really pleased with it and I am looking forward to reading it. I studied Maths for my degree and love the subject but have forgotten a lot of it over the years, so an opportunity to start learning again!
Hope you get better soon.....

Kind Regards
Helen

Author's name
Los Angeles, CA
★★★★★

Dear Emma

Just a quick note to say that my book was safely delivered today.
I am very happy to have it back and so pleased with the result of your work. Excellent!
It now has pride of place beside my favourite reading chair.

Best wishes and many, many thanks

Steve

Author's name
Los Angeles, CA