Headbands and Tailbands for Books
Headbands and tailbands use the same band material. The strip at the top of a hardcover book’s spine is called the headband, while the matching strip at the bottom is called the tailband. They are added as a pair to give the binding a clean, finished look.
Band Options
Headband and Tailband Selection
Choose from the colors below. When requesting a quote, include the color name and TB code shown under your preferred band. The same color is used for the matching headband and tailband pair.
Pricing
Add-On Pricing
Each price includes both the headband at the top and the tailband at the bottom of every book.
| Quantity | Total | Per Copy |
|---|---|---|
| 250 | $50.00 | $0.20 |
| 500 | $50.00 | $0.10 |
| 750 | $50.00 | $0.07 |
| 1000 | $50.00 | $0.05 |
| 1250 | $50.00 | $0.04 |
| 1500 | $50.00 | $0.03 |
| 1750 | $50.00 | $0.03 |
| 2000 | $50.00 | $0.03 |
FAQ
Headband and Tailband FAQ
Are the headband and tailband different materials?
No. They are the same band material. It is called the headband when it is placed at the top of the spine and the tailband when it is placed at the bottom.
Does the pricing include both bands?
Yes. The pricing shown includes the matching headband and tailband pair for every book in the order.
Which books can use headbands and tailbands?
We offer headbands and tailbands for hardcover books. Include this option in your quote request so we can confirm it with the rest of your binding specifications.
Can I choose the band color?
Yes. Choose a color from the selection above and include its TB code with your quote request. We will confirm that the color is available for your order.
When are headbands and tailbands added?
They are added during binding after the book block is assembled and before it is attached to the hardcover case.