Step 1 How to Repair a Water-Damaged Book



• Wipe excess water off of cover of the book.
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• Use blotting paper or paper towels to blot water from pages
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Step 3
• Stand book on its spine.
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Step 4
• Stick paper towels in between each of the pages and replace as necessary.
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• Place book in sunlight or near a fan.
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• Let book set for at least 24 hours to air dry.
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