Q&A for How to Waterproof Paper

Use the same method for paper! Laminating is the most common method, then you just have to cut them down to the correct size.

Most likely if the ink is dry and the outer shell isn't wet or damaged and put on neatly.

No. The sharp tip would rip the wax off. A pen could maybe work if you use it lightly, and only on the wax.

You could laminate it with translucent tape or a lamination machine. If you can't come by either of those you could wrap it in cling wrap.

Yes, once the solution melts or starts burning.

Folding will break the seal, and you also run the risk of the document sticking together. If you need to seal and fold, you may want to try one of the other methods, or another method like clear silicone.

It is necessary, as the chemicals will coat it and create a good waterproof shell.

It is gum arabic. It is obtained from trees. It is also called traditional gum.

None of these are suitable above 50 degrees Celsius. The materials will either break down at these temperatures, or the material will become very flexible and prone to breaking.

It works best doing one at a time; otherwise, they can stick together.