Duplicate books
NCR duplicate books with serial numbering and perforation, printed in Nairobi
- Minimum order: 1 book (A4), 2 (A5), 4 (A6), 8 (A7)
- 1 to 2 days once artwork is approved
- Paper type: No Carbon Required (NCR), no carbon paper needed
- Sizes: A4, A5, A6 and A7
- Parts per set: Duplicate (2), triplicate (3) or quadruplicate (4)
- Sets per book: 25, 50 or 100
- Included on every order: Serial numbering and perforation
- Colour: Single colour or full colour
- Binding: Glued at the top with a back board
- Collection: Collect from our Nairobi office, or we deliver to all counties
What is a duplicate book and how much does it cost in Kenya?
A duplicate book is a two-part set, an original and one copy, used for any form that needs two copies, such as receipts, invoices and delivery notes. Print Lion’s books are No Carbon Required (NCR), so whatever you write on the top sheet copies straight through without carbon paper. Each book is glued at the top with a back board, and serial numbering and perforation come as standard. You choose the size (A4, A5, A6 or A7), the number of parts (duplicate, triplicate or quadruplicate), the sets per book (25, 50 or 100) and your quantity. As a guide, 10 A5 duplicate books with 50 sets each cost Ksh 4,000. Minimum order is 1 book for A4, 2 for A5, 4 for A6 and 8 for A7. Books are ready in 1 to 2 days once artwork is approved, with delivery to all counties in Kenya or collection from our Nairobi office.
No carbon paper to fuss with
These are NCR books, so writing on the top sheet copies straight through to the sheet below. You get a clean copy for your customer and one for your records, with no messy carbon sheets in between.
Numbered and perforated as standard
Serial numbering and perforation are included on every order, not charged as extras. Each set tears out cleanly and every form is numbered in order, which keeps your receipts and invoices easy to track.
Built around how you actually work
Pick the size, the number of parts, the sets per book and your quantity. Shops, dukas and small businesses order these for receipts, invoices and delivery notes, and you set it up to match the forms you use.
Ready in 1 to 2 days
Once your artwork is correct and approved, your books are printed, bound, numbered and perforated within 1 to 2 days. Collect from our Nairobi office on Moi Avenue or have them delivered to any county.
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How to prepare your artwork for printing
- File types we accept Send PDF, high-resolution TIFF, JPEG, PSD, or AI or other vector files. We do not accept Word, PowerPoint, Excel or Publisher files, or Canva and Google Docs links, as these are editing formats that do not hold fonts, colours and layout reliably.
- Resolution and colour Keep artwork at least 150 DPI at final print size. Both CMYK and RGB are fine. Printed colour can look different from what you see on your screen, so ask us for a sample first if exact colour matters to you.
- Bleed and safe area Allow 2 mm bleed beyond the trim edge, and keep all text at least 10 mm from the trim edge so nothing gets cut off.
- How to send it Send your files by email, WhatsApp or a shareable link. We review the file and send a proof for your approval before anything is printed.
Getting your artwork ready
Designs are printed exactly as supplied, so your file must be print ready and high resolution. Print Lion does not type, edit or typeset forms for you. You can supply your own design, including one made with AI tools, as long as the file meets the requirements below. We send a proof for your approval before printing begins.
Common questions
What is a duplicate book?
It is an NCR book with two parts, the original and one copy, used for any form that needs two copies, such as receipts, invoices and delivery notes. Whatever you write on the top sheet copies through to the sheet below without carbon paper.
What sizes do duplicate books come in?
A4 (210 x 297 mm), A5 (148 x 210 mm), A6 (105 x 148 mm) and A7 (74 x 105 mm). The minimum order is 1 book for A4, 2 for A5, 4 for A6 and 8 for A7.
Are the books numbered?
Yes. Serial numbering and perforation are included on every order, so each set is numbered in order and tears out cleanly.
How much do duplicate books cost?
The price depends on size, number of parts, sets per book and quantity, and includes printing, binding, serial numbering and perforation. As an example, 10 A5 duplicate books with 50 sets each cost Ksh 4,000. Send us your details on WhatsApp for an exact quote.
How many parts can I have in each set?
You can choose duplicate (2 parts), triplicate (3 parts) or quadruplicate (4 parts), and 25, 50 or 100 sets per book. Printing is available in single colour or full colour.
How long do they take?
Your books are ready in 1 to 2 days once your artwork is correct and approved. A proof is sent to you for approval before printing starts.
Can I use my own design?
Yes, you can supply your own design, including one made with AI tools, as long as the file is print ready and high resolution. Forms are printed exactly as supplied, so we do not type, edit or typeset the form for you.
Can I collect, or do you deliver?
Both. You can collect from our office on Moi Avenue in Nairobi, and delivery to all counties in Kenya is available.
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Every order includes serial numbering and perforation, and every book is top-glued with a back board. Print-ready files only — we don't offer typing, editing or typesetting.
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