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Perfect Binding vs. Hardcover: Which Book Binding Should You Choose?

Production Manager 6 min readJuly 02, 2026

Perfect Binding (Paperback)

Pages are glued together at the spine with strong thermal adhesive, covered with a flexible cardstock cover. Highly economical and popular.

Hardcover (Case Bound)

Pages are bound inside a 2.5mm heavy greyboard case. Provides maximum protection, prestige, and longevity.