glaire
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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It is not suitable for open patterns, where the glaire might show on the surface of the leather.
From Bookbinding, and the Care of Books A handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians by Rooke, Noel
When the glaire has ceased to be “tacky,” the gold is laid on.
From Bookbinding, and the Care of Books A handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians by Rooke, Noel
To polish leathers such as these, binders’ varnish or, at least, the glaire mentioned above, should be used.
From Book Repair and Restoration by Buck, Mitchell
For blocking, one coat of glaire will be enough for most leathers.
From Bookbinding, and the Care of Books A handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians by Rooke, Noel
It is not at all an uncommon thing to see the effect of an otherwise admirably tooled binding spoilt by a dark margin round the tools, caused by the careless use of glaire.
From Bookbinding, and the Care of Books A handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians by Rooke, Noel
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