How To Clean And Press Comic Books!!!

This is the process I use to clean and press all my comic books before sending them off to CGC! Hopefully these tips and guidelines help you all out!

[@dapredaterdapredater3328]

I've been collecting at least 40 years, and I appreciate the ability to preserve my childhood pastimes this way. I'm looking forward to trying your techniques very soon. Thank you for the clear and well explained how-to video.👍

[@user-fgfg4hh]

bro that table of contents you added in the beginning is great, watched the entire video but you da real MVP for helping out the community. Thanks again and GL on your grading!

[@cfoxtrot22]

Thanks Matt! I always appreciate the feedback and support! Have a kick ass day!!!

[@lilnickyd24]

I literally own 0 comics but was gonna send in a few sports magazines for grading and stumbled onto to this video....I have a new respect for you comic book guys and might have to grab a few of my own (I got my eyes on some super mario bros haha)

[@raylonsmith100]

Thanks for describing the items you're using and how you're using them. And reinforcing the patience is a good point.

[@pkeel7576]

Use 2 sheets of printer paper between the cover and 1st page On high gloss ink books do the same between each page

[@David-xf2uh]

Thanks for the video sir. I am curious though, the popular method in the pressing community for this book is 160 degrees for 10 minutes. How did you come up with 200 degrees for 20 minutes? I have NEVER heard of pressing ANY book at such a high temperature or pressing for so long. Best to you.

[@fedenciogonzalezjr9051]

Bro... I didn't skip shit" i watched the hole fucken 🤣thing much respect.

[@D00M3R-SK8]

I just got the variants for the new Lethal Protector book. there is a nice full cover variant (back and front) if you can find it. It just came out last week though, so probably can.

[@earlybirdcomics8507]

First time I seen one of your videos, just getting into pressing as I always paid for others to do it, but I’m confident I can do a decent job. I’ve watched a few vids on the subject now, and yours has given me clarification on things I can do that I was unsure of, great video, thank you for your time in sharing, given the thumbs up and subscribed, great content 👌

[@Slabbin_Cabin]

Excellent video. Very thoroughly explained step by step.

[@alphatangoromeo]

Thank you for the excellent video, I'm definitely going to try your techniques and follow your advise. Great job!!!

[@tylerfortin4937]

I mean if it works good for you on getting higher grades why not. Seems genius and innovative and there is no denying that book looked amazing. Definitely a huge difference!

[@mishamaypaint]

Love the Spider-Man poster! As a newbie, your info to clean and press was helpful. Thanks for the video :)

[@michaelsaritelli]

Thank you for sharing this level of content. I was curious if you have learned anything new or changed techniques since this was originally posted in 2020? Salute!

[@cosmicshel7194]

Really enjoyed this lesson in pressing, and subbed! You do a great job explaining the steps and reasons for them, thanks!

[@TheDudeWithoutFear]

Great video, bro! That book came out looking fresh. Pretty amazing!

[@bradkoski]

I’ll probably end up buying a presser and do my own books......Thanks!!!

[@kingsleychan]

Great vid! Can you do a clean tutorial for a 1970s book? Where the paper wasn't as glossy? Im so nervous to use an eraser on the thinner non glossy paper. Thanks!

[@greatpix]

I don't know about their use in cleaning comics but I was taught not to use pink erasers when cleaning electrical contacts because they leave behind an oily residue. I was told use a white art eraser.

[@noobsuperheroartist2535]

Extremely informative! Thanks for taking the time to make it.

[@dkthief]

Great Video. Your pressing procedure, is this only for like bronze and up or can this be done on Golden Age and Silver?

[@stampscapes]

Awesome. Book looks great! Great info. Thanks!

[@dicksalas3306]

Wow! Seriously great video man

[@mosesmelchezidek5295]

What is the make and model number of your pressing machine? Thank you for a great video!

[@RobertWeir]

Kick ass video nice work 👍

[@EdsJournal]

What’s the name of the press you are using? Great video.

[@ritualdelo]

I prefer to use heavyweight paper under the covers and centerfold

[@cfoxtrot22]

Does that keep the book more flat, compared to the magazine backing boards?

[@barbariankungfu]

Yeah, i too use paper behi.d the cover and back cover, and a mix of boards and/ or paper in the center. Just depends on what your working with

[@deanwestwind982]

60lb cardstock, keep in mind that it may produce a ridge along the spine of a cover in which afterwards you would have to use a tacking iron with a chamfered comic book or magazine backing board to smooth it out

[@MakerMeraki]

Did you get it graded? If so, how did it turn out?

[@PeteLewton]

Care to share what grade this came back as?

[@BSchnurr]

Those cracks made me cringe but I can not deny the results. Awesome video man! How come you don’t steam your books first, in your opinion is that a wasted step?

[@RAG718]

wasted step, not needed for modern age books,,, steam is good for older books like bronze age or silver. good luck

[@MonkeyPeeThe1st]

Seen a few of your videos and it's good stuff! Genuinely impressed at how much difference was made to the comic. Unbelievable what a clean and press does!

[@johnnybravo9963]

*Saw

[@pkeel7576]

I like the white high polymer erasers if it’s real bad a majgic eraser is good

[@joeciaravino2732]

Awesome, thank you, I'm investing in a heat press to start pressing, whats your opinion on the Teflon vs the parchment paper??

[@Pokerdonkie]

Don't use either. Use proper SRP paper if possible

[@joeciaravino2732]

@@Pokerdonkie where can I find that at??

[@Pokerdonkie]

@@joeciaravino2732 should be able to Google it. Trust me. This video is almost the exact way to Not press a book. I do it for a living and you don't want to follow any of the directions in this video

[@joeciaravino2732]

@@Pokerdonkie ok, do you have anything posted that I can view??

[@Pokerdonkie]

@@joeciaravino2732 I run Canada Comic Pressing. You can find my photos on IG or FB

[@scottkrasowski745]

Doesn't the erasing dull the original gloss on the covers? Or does the heat somehow even it all out?

[@barbariankungfu]

It can, if your not careful, there are tricks to bring back that gloss look as long as you don't go too crazy scrubbing it clean

[@JoseFlores-rf5xe]

Do you suggest the same process for silver age comics?

[@RAG718]

silver age comics will be a different process,, different paper quality and cover... will require different temps too and time

[@comixof2morrow]

Not a fan of the eraser method..but you seem to know what you're doing..I just prefer the Lightly damp Kleenex method

[@TheRogueTraderUtah]

Just watched this video, and noticed you are about 80% there, I do have some constructive tips if you are interested that will definitely up your game

[@andysierra6934]

Do you have a video on cleaning and pressing comic books?

[@Unkindtaternuts]

Low temp do gloss pages I'm guessing

[@brendanwiant2929]

have you tried this on LP covers?

[@barbariankungfu]

If your press is large enough, you can even press the album, just gotta be careful.

[@gambit5466]

Thank you bro

[@Pokerdonkie]

This video is comical. Everything from materials, method, time and temp is the way to how "not to press a book". Its videos like this that keep professionals like myself in business

[@cfoxtrot22]

Everyone has there own methods of doing things. This way works perfect for me, and I've had great success on it. I appreciate the comment and watch. Hit that subscribe button on the way out to watch more of my how to videos!

[@Pokerdonkie]

@@cfoxtrot22 I understand people have different techniques but the materials you use and your method will only lead people to a path of destruction. The eraser you use is not recommended. The fact that your book crackles tells anyone who knows that the book has been exposed to way too much heat. Im ok with you using a cheaper press. I realize not everyone can afford top equipment but I don't think you should be recommending tools and methods that will damage books

[@cfoxtrot22]

I want you to rewatch the video, just to 1:25. There i explain my disclaimer. However, its hard to find you credible. You have no videos of how to press or clean, or even, any video on how to properly maintain any conic book on your page. Yet you want to fill my feed with your "so called knowledge" of how to NOT do it. Then continue to claim that its your "profession". From an outsider, you kind of don't have a leg to stand on. Or even be reputable or taken seriously. Seems like leaving hate comments is your thing unfortunately. Which doesn't bother me, but makes this helpful community aware to who to watch out for. Thanks again, and remember to SMASH that like button on the way out!!!

[@katashi4970]

Imagine joining 15 years ago and having 15 subs. Sounds like ur opinion is non-valid 😂

[@TrueBrit1]

@@cfoxtrot22 Everything looked ok to me. Yeah maybe the heat was a little high, and perhaps a shorter 'cook' time might be preferential to hopefully avoid the cracking when you turn the pages, but from my perspective the comic was a LOT cleaner and crisper, so what's not to like? Some people just like to moan, and dear Jeff is one of them. Carry on I'd say.

[@juanmontes6701]

I have a similiar press, and my books are coming out wavy on the top and bottom. I set it to 150 degrees , heat 5 min on each side and let it sit in the press for about 20 hours or so. Can you give me any suggestions. I have watched a bunch of videos and everybody is different and its confusing. Thanks

[@InfamyOrDeath-__-]

Did you watch the video? He heats it for 20 minutes each side at 200 degrees.

[@juanmontes6701]

Yes I watched it, it didnt work for me

[@gilmo5994]

Never pressed before but maybe more pressure to flatten it?

[@bluhock88]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mp6biZSHfMhokMk the tools i use

[@dashrendar99]

Love to see this process on a coated modern glossy cover. The parchment will leave mottling and completely ruin the cover gloss. Backing boards are comic book storage supplies, not pressing materials. Cotton balls do pretty much nothing to clean dirt, embedded grime and stains from comics. You need to start looking for new processes. And perhaps invest in a quality press as well. Have you checked the temperature calibration on that thing? Most of them run at least 20 degrees too hot. Hilarious presentation - should wear clown makeup next time.

[@cfoxtrot22]

Bro, thank you so much for the comment and good laugh!!! They say that early success comes from haters and crab potters, and you're one of the first! Gotta be honest, subscribe to my channel and and watch some of my following videos. You'll find that I have had some killer success with using this method!!! Remember, your special way isn't always the best way. Even if your mommy tells you so. A clown outfit might be a little too much in opinion, but I did do an awesome giveaway video wearing a Santa hat with Yoda ears. Check it out if you want to laugh at me, its a good watch!!! Thanks for making my Monday special and have a kick ass day!

[@katashi4970]

Success creates jealousy, see it first hand 💀💀

[@JuanRodriguez-wu2rq]

Dont do anything this guy says. No other presser does this. Missed so many steps. This is crazy.

[@justanotherprouddad1391]

I was going to get into comic book collecting but seeing this nonsense i will stay far away