whats the best way to reglue record covers

When I ran my used LP store I invested in a double sided adhesive tape gun, not sure if they are still available. It would be the same thickness tape as the inside lip of most LPs(especially European covers)except the hard cardboarded original 60-70's LPs from the US. I found this to be the best method no mess with glues etc and least impact on the covers themselves.
Roman

I use contact adhesive like uhu or evostik.

Hi,
I have glued 100s of these and use Pattex contact glue (sparingly!). Hot melt is more tricky to keep thin and not squeeze out and then in need of trimming etc.

Since usually one side has a foil lining I find contact glue is the best solution --- just DO NOT put the record back in immediately to prevent the vinyl getting in touch with any out-gassing of the glue's solvent (vinyl does NOT like to get 'gassed’ with thinners :-) I speak from bad experience.
Greetings,
Axel

If the cover has any value, an archival glue will be best. You can find it at photo supply stores. They come in stick form.

I just use simple Elmer's glue, (the blueish gel kind, not the white stuff) and just put a thin strip on the same line were the old glue was. The I lay a few heavy books on the edge of the cover for a day or so and they always seem to hold up well after that.

It isn't always necessary to glue the whole seam, just up to where it is coming apart. And your right... These DGG/Philips type import covers do come apart sometimes, but fortunatly there easy to fix.