My Method for Comic CPR

1. Check In

Upon receiving your comics, I will inspect the delivery and compare it with your online order. Every comic book is carefully evaluated to determine the best cleaning and pressing techniques.

Before the cleaning and pressing process, 'before' photos are taken of the comics.

2. Before Images

As part of my process, I take detailed 'before' photos of your comics. This step ensures transparency and allows you to see the transformation clearly.

I use various materials, tools and methods to clean your comics.

3. Cleaning

I use different tools, materials and methods to gently remove dirt, stains, and blemishes from the comic book's surface.

Before pressing, the comic is treated with steam to relax the paper fibers.

4. Humidification

The comic book is exposed to a controlled humid environment to relax the paper fibers, preparing it for pressing.

For a stable hold during the pressing process, backing boards are inserted into the comics.

5. Inserts

For a stable hold during the pressing process, backing boards are inserted into the comics.

Moistened comics are flattened with backing boards in a heat press.

 6. Pressing

Utilizing a state-of-the-art press, I apply precise heat and pressure to flatten wrinkles and restore the comic book's original shape.

The pressed comics are checked for expected improvements.

7. Inspection

Each comic undergoes a final quality check to ensure it meets the highest standards.

Once the pressing process is complete, the finishing touches are added to ensure clean and smooth surfaces.

8. Finalizing

Once the pressing process is complete, the finishing touches are added to ensure clean and smooth surfaces.

After the cleaning and pressing process, 'after' photos are taken.

9. After Images

As part of my process, I take detailed 'after' photos of your comics. This step ensures transparency and allows you to see the transformation clearly.

Cleaned and pressed comics are carefully equipped with bags and boards, packed in a cardboard box and shipped safely.

10. Shipping

Once your comics have been professionally cleaned and pressed, they are carefully equipped with protective bags and boards, packed in a sturdy cardboard box, and shipped safely to ensure they arrive in pristine condition.