Should I put plastic sleeves on my records?
If so, YES. It’s a crucial part of record care; keeps the record “locked” into your sleeve and dust-free; also reduces friction pulling the record out of the sleeve.
Can you sell records without sleeves?
Indeed. Just mark the sleeve condition as “No Cover”. Also be sure to say something like “Cover is missing, will be shipped in paper / plain / generic sleeve” (whatever you have lying around basically). If you sell it, message the buyer to remind them that the cover is not included.
What size is a vinyl album sleeve?
12.375 in
The size of the typical cardboard LP sleeve cover is 12.375 in (31.43 cm) square. Starting in the mid-1990s, the compact disc (CD) was the most common form of physically-distributed music products.
Are 45 record sleeves worth anything?
Rock and roll and R&B 45s with picture sleeves that were pressed in the 1950’s have a value of at least $10, with many being valued at more than $100. EPs were only made in the 50’s and 60’s. Rock and roll and R&B 45s with the cardboard sleeves are worth at least $20, with many being worth more than $200.
What is the best way to store albums?
5 Best Practices You Need to Learn about Record Storage
- Remember to clean your records before putting them in their jackets.
- ALWAYS store records in their album jackets.
- Store your vinyl collection in an upright position.
- Never store records stacked on top of one another.
What is the proper way to store vinyl records?
Records shouldn’t be stored horizontally, or flat. As you will see, archival record boxes are designed for the records to be stood and stored vertically. Storing vinyl records flat can place too much pressure on the records lower in the stack causing damage over time.
Why do records come with two sleeves?
Outer protective sleeves handle a slightly different set of situations. Provided that the inner sleeve is present, the outer sleeve of a record has no direct contact with the record itself and instead serves as a second layer of protection and place for artwork and the like.
What is the standard album cover size?
The LP format remains in use for occasional new releases, though other formats have largely supplanted it. The size of the typical cardboard LP sleeve cover is 12.375 in (31.43 cm) square. Starting in the mid-1990s, the compact disc (CD) was the most common form of physically-distributed music products.
What are the dimensions of the inner record sleeve?
12″ Inner Record SLEEVES. 12 x 12″ x 3 mil Polyethylene. 12″ Inner Record Sleeve. White Paper with a poly lining. 12-1/16 x 12-1/16″.
What are the dimensions of a 12 12 record sleeve?
12″ Inner Record SLEEVES. 12 x 12″ x 3 mil Polyethylene. 12″ Inner Record Sleeve. White Paper with a poly lining. 12-1/16 x 12-1/16″. Four layers of protection. 12″ Inner Record Sleeve. NOSTATIC® High-Density Polyethylene. 12-3/16 x 12-3/16 x 2 mil”.
What are the different types of sleeves for vinyl records?
The sleeves in this category fit directly over the 12″ vinyl record. They are available in several different materials and configurations from low-density poly, high-density poly to paper with poly lining. Scroll down for product information and pricing.