Combining centuries-old bookbinding techniques with artistry & innovation.
We are glad you have found Rahm Bookbinding. The world has changed since the Rahm family started binding books over a century ago. While new technology is reinventing the way our culture reads and the way books are manufactured and published, Rahm Bookbinding is still providing handcrafted restorations and binding. For as long as books are treasured and loved, we are committed to keeping custom bookbinding alive.
Our individual customers are extremely important to us. It's our priority to give you personalized and professional assistance. In most cases, we will meet with local customers in our office. We also accommodate national and international business via phone or email. The ownership personally oversees each order.
- Our Services
- Our History
- Gallery
Our services include:
- Antique restorations
- Page-by-page restorations
- Gold Embossing
- Dissertations
- Textbooks
- Custom journals
- Book Boxes
- Rebinding and customization
Every custom order that comes through our studio is given precise workmanship and attention to detail. We can accommodate small, one-of-a-kind orders, as well as large orders for 1,000 or more.
- Genuine, top-grain leather binding in over 20 colors
- Imitation leather, buckram and linen binding
Our sensitive restorations follow Library Binding Institute guidelines. We preserve all original material to maintain a book's value and functionality without compromising its beauty and history. Restorations include a wide variety of antique volumes, family bibles and histories, and treasured heirlooms. Every restoration is unique, and at Rahm, we'll explain the process so you can be sure your treasured items are being restored with integrity and sensitivity.
Over a Century of History...
In 1907, Rahm Bookbinding had its beginnings in downtown Colorado Springs at the former Out West Printing and Stationary building. Arthur Rahm plied his intricate craft from 1907 to 1964. His work can still be found in public records, and other locations throughout Colorado Springs.
His nephew, Edward Rahm, (1926-1994) continued producing premium custom bookbinding, eventually teaching the craft to his daughter, Eileen Rahm, who owned and operated the business for 34 years.
In January 2007, Dave Duguid partnered with Rahm Bookbinding to continue the age-old tradition of custom bookbinding and restoration. He continues to run the business in Colorado Springs.
Location:
1611 East Yampa Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80909
(view map here)
Hours:
Tuesday - Friday
9am - 12pm / 2pm - 5pm
or by appointment
Contact Us:
Phone / Fax: (719) 473 - 5277
rahmbookbinding@gmail.com
What Our Customers Are Saying..
"I thought this was an impossible task (local bookbinders refused), and then you turned out such a beautiful job-really amazed me!"
Irma Longmont, CO
"Words cannot express fully how impressed I was with the condition of my Bible. You have preserved a treasure of mine, and although your establishment is a business, I felt like tenderness and care had been placed on its work."
Bryan Anchorage, Alaska
"I want to thank you for your beautiful job of binding the Hume Family History. I appreciate your patience and concern for our family while you were working with us."
Shar M
"This is to advise you how much I deeply appreciate the very fine and professional job you did on my books which were damaged in the fire. Your place was recommended to me by a friend and it paid off in grand style."
Dr. John S
