Corrugated Magazine Files
By Carl J. Singer
Overview
Want to make your magazine collection neater and easier to use? Scrap double-faced corrugated board and a little work will do the job. You can customize each holder to the length and width of the magazine you intend to file.
Materials and tools
- Scrap double-faced corrugated board (A, B, or C flute all satisfactory)
- Single-edge razor blade
- 2-in. masking tape
- Velcro and glue
- Acrylic coating or lacquer spray (for waterproofing)
- Large label(s) and marker
- Ruler and pencil for layout
Planning and layout
- Measure the length and width of the magazine you will store.
- Add 1/4 in. to each dimension for clearance.
- Plan a layout on the board and mark the cutting and scoring lines. (Refer to accompanying sketches for layout guidance.)
Cutting and scoring
- Score the board along the fold lines with a single-edge razor blade, cutting only halfway through the cardboard.
- Cut off the excess around the perimeter by cutting all the way through.
Folding and assembly
- Fold the box on the scored lines to form the holder.
- Secure the box form by applying 2-in. masking tape around all corners except the front opening.
Closure and waterproofing
- Attach Velcro: glue Velcro to the inner side of the cover and to the tabs for closure.
- Waterproof the entire box by brushing on a coat of acrylic or by spraying with lacquer.
Labeling
- Place a large label on the front of the file box to designate the name and year of the magazines inside.
- Below that, list the months included so you can quickly see which issues are stored.
Result
If you make your magazine file holders this way and identify them as suggested, you'll turn a probable shambles into an orderly system and be able to retrieve any issue quickly.
Transcribed from original scans by AI. Minor OCR errors may remain.
