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Getting Cigarette Smell Out of Books

This is a guide about getting cigarette smell out of books. It can be difficult to remove cigarette odors from books. Odors on paper require different cleaning methods.

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Old Stained Book Laying Open

Removing Musty Smell from Books

This is a guide about removing the musty smell from books. Books that have been stored or shelved for a long time can sometimes start to smell musty, especially if they have been in a slightly damp environment. Getting rid of the musty smell makes them much more enjoyable to have around and to read.

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Cleaning a Paperback Book

I have a newer book, new within the last ten years, and I'm wondering if I can restore the condition of the book without destroying it. Are there any Thriftyfun tips out there to clean a soiled paperback book that also has creased pages and cover?

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Musty Books

How do I remove the musty smell from books?

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Sanitizing Wipes for Cleaning Books

I love to buy books for my young grandchildren, but the costs of good books makes it impossible for me to buy them at the book store. I go to garage sales and buy like new books for well under $1.00.

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Removing Mildew from Books

How do I clean mildew on the outside and inside of books which have been stored?

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Removing Musty Smell From Books

It is a huge pet peeve of mine, when people donate musty-smelling books to the library where we live. I have tried many different methods for trying to remove the smell, and this is the best I've found.

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