A recent tweet from Kobayashi Seihon, a bookbinding company based in Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, has gone viral, sparking widespread discussion. The company issued a stark warning to netizens: avoid using removable sticky notes on crucial contracts and documents. What seems like a simple tip actually uncovers a host of hidden issues, leaving many users genuinely surprised.
Kobayashi Seihon's official X (formerly Twitter) account dropped a bombshell, emphasizing that "attaching and detaching sticky notes can damage documents."
Specifically, when a sticky note is peeled off, it can scratch off text from the document or leave behind sticky residue, staining the paper. To drive the point home, they even shared real-world examples, showcasing how sticky note adhesive can mess with printed words. These photos were a wake-up call for many, highlighting how such a seemingly minor detail can cause long-term damage to vital paperwork.
In their viral tweet, Kobayashi Seihon also offered a crucial piece of advice: when using sticky notes, try to avoid placing them directly over text. If you absolutely must use one, opt for a blank area without any writing to prevent potential problems. This isn't just for contracts; it's a heads-up for public items like library books and textbooks, too, helping to prevent sticky note adhesive from compromising their preservation and usability.
Many netizens quickly jumped on board with the advice, flooding the comments with remarks like, "This is such an important reminder, everyone needs to remember this!" and "It's not just contracts; library books and textbooks get affected too." Even some librarians chimed in, noting that sticky note residue can sometimes leave permanent marks or even diminish a book's collectible value, underscoring the need for extra caution when using them on public property.