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CrafTreat · Bone folders and burnishers

CrafTreat Lifter folder

One white CrafTreat folder with a rounded tip and a thin tapered working profile.
One white CrafTreat folder with a rounded tip and a thin tapered working profile.

What this tool is for

The Lifter is the CrafTreat profile designed to reach between layers. Use it when a freshly placed sheet has shifted and you need to raise an accessible edge before repositioning it. The working end makes a different choice from a long creaser, whose main contact is against the outside of the fold.

Specifications

Brand
CrafTreat
Tool type
Folder and burnisher
Model
CTBF04
Tool profile
Lifter for working between layers
Package
One lifter
Amazon.com reference
B07TLB56J7

Fit and buying advice

Check how the adhesive and paper respond on an offcut before using it on the book. The maker describes separating incorrectly placed layers. The condition and age of a glued joint determine how it responds, so assess the bond before trying to separate it. Use the Large straight folder for long creases. The Lifter listing and maker give slightly different tool dimensions. Confirm them directly if your work area has tight clearance.

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Documentation

Questions about this tool

Can I choose it for an old repaired book?

The maker documents a craft layer-lifting use. On a fragile or valuable book, seek advice appropriate to the material and existing adhesive before disturbing the joint.

Is it the best choice for smoothing a full cover?

Compare a square folder for broader contact across a flat surface. The Lifter is useful when you need to reach between layers.

What edge should I look for in the listing?

Look for the tapered working end of the Lifter. CrafTreat also sells a Large folder with a different working profile.

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