Vintage HiFi Audio Forum
Audio Discussion => DIY => Topic started by: Sir Thrift-a-Lot on July 01, 2013, 10:24:00 PM
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Does anyone know where I can find some 4" to 4 1/2" cork or similar discs? I am currently using 3-3/4" cork coasters (this seems to be the common size) as label protectors when I hand clean old records, but they don't quite reach the edge of the label and I get a ring around the edge. Usually it's not a problem, but once in a while some of the older labels are affected by the moisture.
If you see something that you think may work, let me know what and where. Thanks.
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Markshan. I believe craft stores like Michael's and Pat Catan sell the stuff in small sheets
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Loew's or Home Depot sell sheets of cork for shelving material. They're usually 12" x 48" if not bigger.
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I don't think the sheets are thick enough to hold their shape when clamped down around a record. I use one for my turntable mat, works great for that. Thanks though.
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Reinforce with a disc of hard material. Maybe a large drink coaster
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Don't know if this is helpful or not, but IKEA sells round cork "trivets" in sets of three. about a half inch thick. I imagine they could be cut to size?
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Does it have to be cork? How about cutting down an old turntable mat?
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I have some cork laminate flooring left over from the install our room addition .. you are welcome to a piece of that to try/ play with...