{"id":970,"date":"2018-11-15T14:57:00","date_gmt":"2018-11-15T19:57:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.ironmarkusa.com\/book-binding-spiral\/"},"modified":"2025-08-29T15:38:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-29T19:38:31","slug":"book-binding-spiral","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ironmarkusa.com\/book-binding-spiral\/","title":{"rendered":"Book Binding for Beginners: Spiral Binding"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Spiral binding, otherwise known as coil binding, is one of the most common ways to bind print materials<\/a>. So, what exactly is spiral binding? Spiral bound books have a wire or plastic coil inserted through holes punched in the edge of the paper \u2013 picture a student planner or lined notebook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This durable form of binding can be useful for documents or booklets that are in constant use, are referenced often or need to lay flat. Find out more about this popular binding method and the benefits it can have for your next print project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Spiral Binding Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a book to be spiral bound, holes are be punched through the cover and pages to allow the binding to be inserted. Once the pages are printed, collated and aligned, the coil may be threaded through. This can be done by hand or with an electronic coil inserter, which can make the process faster and easier. Finally, coil crimping pliers are used to snip off the end of the coil, providing a finished look and preventing the pages from slipping. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related: What Book Binding Method is Right for Your Print Job?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages of Spiral Binding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Spiral bound books provide a number of benefits, making this binding a great option for a variety of projects. Here are some of the advantages spiral binding offers: <\/p>\n\n\n\n