[Publib] Stinky books

[Lisa Bitney]

Have you tried kitty litter?   Put the book in a box, pour some kitty litter over it and voila!  This usually takes the 'funk' out. 

Lisa

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From: publib-bounces at webjunction.org [mailto:publib-bounces at webjunction.org] On Behalf Of John
Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2006 7:46 AM
To: publib at webjunction.org
Subject: [Publib] Stinky books

We are having problems with several patrons returning books that reek of cigarette, or some other kind of tobacco, smoke.  Looking in the archives, I find an entry in which it is recommended that smelly books be put in a zip-lock bag with a fabric softener sheet.  Being the modern librarian that I am, I am seeking *diversity* of opinion.  Any other recommendations for treating books which have been perfumed with/by the evil weed?

Thanks.

John D. Richmond, Director
Alpha Park Public Library District
3527 So. Airport Road
Bartonville, IL 61607-1799
Ph: (309) 697-3822, x. 12
Fax: (309) 697-9681
E-mail: jrichmond at alphapark.org
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