Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Bespoke Bookbinding & Restoration
Walker Print has been a trusted name in bookbinding and restoration for over three decades, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. Our expertise spans bespoke journal creation, thesis binding, book restoration, and custom laser services, catering to both individual clients and commercial projects. With a commitment to quality, we utilise premium materials and time-honoured techniques to deliver durable, aesthetically refined products.Our team's meticulous attention to detail ensures every project, from memorial books to luxury packaging, meets the highest standards of excellence. Clients worldwide rely on our ability to transform personal visions into tangible, enduring works of art.
Services
Bespoke Journals
Wedding Albums
Books of Memoriam
Laser Lab Services
Edge Gilding
Thesis Binding
Box Making
Personal Publishing
Restoration & Repair
Log Books
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in book restoration and repair
- Our thesis binding service covers all universities worldwide
- We utilise advanced laser technology for custom engraving and cutting
- Our team employs traditional bookbinding techniques with premium materials
- We offer a boutique personal publishing service for authors
What people say
Beautiful finished product
Substantially better quality
Efficient and straightforward service
Superior craftsmanship
Thoughtful attention to detail
Services
Book Restoration
Specialists in reviving damaged books using traditional methods. Our team preserves original elements while repairing water/fire damage or aging. Each project receives tailored treatment to ensure historical integrity and longevity, employing pH-neutral materials and hand-crafted leather replacements.
Thesis Binding
Premium binding service for academic works, covering all UK universities. We offer direct submission options and global shipping. Projects include gold-embossed covers, archival-quality materials, and custom packaging to protect scholarly achievements for generations.
Laser Lab Services
Precision laser cutting and engraving on diverse materials including wood, metal, and acrylic. Capable of intricate designs up to 600x400mm with pass-through functionality for larger items. Ideal for bespoke book elements, signage, and decorative objects.
Personal Publishing
Full-service support for self-publishing authors and family historians. From manuscript formatting to luxury hardback production. Includes design consultation, ISBN acquisition, and small-run printing with options for gilt edging and custom cover materials.
Edge Gilding
Luxury finishing technique using genuine gold, silver, and palladium. Applied to book edges, business cards, or invitations. Enhances presentation while maintaining durability. Available in 23.5 carat gold or various Dutch metal finishes for different aesthetic effects.
Questions
What bookbinding materials can I choose from?
We offer bookbinding cloth, genuine leather, American black walnut, and oak veneer. Additional options include custom leather colours and specialty finishes.
Can you bind PhD theses for international universities?
Yes, our thesis binding service covers all UK institutions and accommodates international universities with global shipping options.
How do you handle delicate book restoration projects?
We use pH-neutral papers, Japanese mending techniques, and traditional leather preparation methods to preserve fragile materials during restoration.
What personalisation options exist for journals?
Custom lettering, gilt edging, ribbon markers, and hidden compartments are available. We also offer bespoke carry cases in matching materials.
Do you offer commercial packaging solutions?
Yes, we create museum-grade clamshell boxes, slip cases, and custom presentation boxes using wood, acrylic, and archival materials for commercial clients.
What laser engraving materials do you work with?
Our CO2 laser handles MDF, plywood, veneers, metals, glass, acrylic, slate, and even unconventional materials like fried eggs.
