BOOK CARE AND HANDLING TIPS (2)

Treat library materials with respect. Marking text, cutting out plates or photos, tearing out pages or outright theft of library materials all damage the collection and waste time and money on repairs and replacement.

 

Keep food and drink away from library materials. Spills and stains permanently damage books, which often require costly replacement. Food also attracts insects and rodents that eat paper and bindings.

GTL/2009/006

Book Care & Handling Tips

Use a proper bookmark to mark your place. Please don't dog-ear pages, or use sticky notes or paper clips. These items cause permanent damage to the pages of a book. Use a thin slip of paper instead.

If you find library materials that are in need of repair, turn them in to the Circulation Desk so trained library staff can repair them. Repairing items yourself can do more harm than good. GTL/2009/005