Card Restoration Service

Trading card restoration refers to the process of repairing, cleaning, and preserving damaged or worn-out trading cards (such as sports cards, Pokémon cards, Magic: The Gathering cards, etc.) to improve their appearance and, in some cases, their value. The goal of restoration is to fix issues like creases, stains, fading, and bent corners, while also maintaining the card's integrity and preventing further deterioration.

Due to the complexity of the processes involved, an additional surcharge of 3-6% (depending on the market value of the card) will applied per card.

Here's a breakdown of the typical restoration steps:

1. Cleaning

• Surface Cleaning: Gently removing dirt, oil, or fingerprints using soft cloths, brushes, or specialized cleaning solutions that are safe for paper-based cards. This helps to restore the card's surface appearance.
• Stain Removal: Light stains can sometimes be removed with mild cleaning agents, but this is a delicate process to avoid further damage.
• Customers may opt for only cleaning for $15.00. 

2. Fixing Creases and Bent Edges

• Flattening: Carefully flattening creased or bent cards using a combination of moisture, pressure, and heat (done with precision). Some restorers use specialized machines to apply even pressure.
• Edge Repair: For cards with chipped or torn edges, a skilled restorer may use materials to smooth out the edges or reconstruct missing parts.