NCR Books

Product Description

NCR books — also known as carbonless copy books — are the reliable, professional solution for businesses that need duplicate, triplicate or quadruplicate copies of invoices, receipts, order forms, delivery notes and job sheets. No carbon paper required — simply write or print on the top sheet and the information transfers automatically to the sheets below. Made from 80gsm NCR paper and available in 2, 3 and 4-part sets, with optional sequential numbering for easy record keeping. Printed in Brighton & Hove with UK-wide delivery available.

Why Choose NCR Books?

• No carbon paper required — clean, efficient and hassle-free duplicate copies
• 2, 3 and 4-part options — duplicate, triplicate and quadruplicate sets
• 80gsm NCR paper — quality carbonless paper for reliable copy transfer
• A4 and A5 sizes — suitable for all standard business form formats
• Optional sequential numbering — ideal for invoice and receipt tracking
• Fully customisable — add your branding, logo and custom form layout
• Perforated pages — easy tear-out for customer and office copies
• Brighton & Hove print shop — collect in store or UK-wide delivery

Part Colours

• 2-part (Duplicate): White top sheet, pink bottom sheet
• 3-part (Triplicate): White top sheet, yellow middle sheet, pink bottom sheet
• 4-part (Quadruplicate): White top sheet, blue second sheet, yellow third sheet, pink bottom sheet

What's Included

• Unprinted 350gsm white card cover
• Grey pulp backing board
• Taped spine
• Perforated pages for easy tear-out
• Optional sequential black numbering

Specifications

• Material: 80gsm NCR paper
• Sizes: A4 (bound on long edge) and A5 (bound on short edge)
• Parts: 2-part, 3-part or 4-part
• Printed sides: Single or double-sided
• Finish: Unfinished

Who Is It For?

NCR books are popular with tradespeople, builders, plumbers, electricians, delivery companies, retailers, restaurants, healthcare providers and businesses of all sizes across Brighton & Hove and the wider UK. Ideal for invoice books, receipt books, order books, delivery note books, job sheet books and any business form that requires an instant duplicate or triplicate copy at the point of transaction.

Artwork Setup

• Bleed: 3mm all round
• Safe Zone: 20mm — note this is larger than standard, keep all important content well within this boundary
• Resolution: 300dpi minimum
• Format: PDF
• Colour: CMYK
• Fonts: Outlined or embedded
• Binding: A4 books are bound on the long edge — A5 books are bound on the short edge
• Double-sided print: We recommend using 70% black for the reverse side to avoid show-through
• Numbering: If you require sequential numbering, supply two files — one for print and one showing the numbering position as a guide

Download our free templates below or visit our FAQs page for artwork guidance.

Helpful Guides

• Understanding DPI for Print
• What is CMYK and Why Does it Matter?
• What is Bleed and Safe Zone?
• How to Proof Check Your Print Artwork
• What is an NCR Book and Do I Need One?
• The Complete Guide to Business Stationery

Frequently Asked Questions

NCR stands for No Carbon Required. NCR paper is a type of carbonless copy paper that uses a chemical coating to transfer the impression of writing or printing from the top sheet to the sheets below — creating instant duplicate, triplicate or quadruplicate copies without the need for messy carbon paper.

The number of parts refers to how many copies are produced with each set. A 2-part (duplicate) book produces two copies — a white original and a pink copy. A 3-part (triplicate) produces three copies — white, yellow and pink. A 4-part (quadruplicate) produces four copies — white, blue, yellow and pink. Choose the number of parts based on how many copies you need to distribute — for example, one for the customer, one for your records and one for your accounts department.

Yes — sequential black numbering is available as an option. If you require numbering, please supply two artwork files — one for print and one clearly showing the intended position of the numbering as a guide. Sequential numbering is particularly useful for invoice books and receipt books where tracking individual transaction numbers is important.

The larger 20mm safe zone is required because NCR books are bound and perforated — the binding and perforation at the edge of the book mean that a larger area along the bound edge must be kept clear of important content. Always keep all text, logos and critical design elements well within the 20mm safe zone boundary.

Yes — double-sided printing is available. However, due to the semi-translucent nature of NCR paper, we recommend using no more than 70% black for any content on the reverse side to prevent show-through from the front.

A 2-part or 3-part A5 NCR book is the most popular choice for tradespeople — compact enough to carry on site, with duplicate or triplicate copies for the customer, your records and your accounts. Add sequential numbering for easy invoice tracking. Order online and collect from our Brighton & Hove print shop or choose UK-wide delivery.

A standard notepad produces a single copy of whatever is written on it. An NCR book automatically produces two, three or four copies simultaneously using carbonless copy paper — essential for any business transaction where both parties need a record of what was agreed, ordered or paid. See our custom notepads if a single-copy format is all you need.

Yes — order online and collect from our print shop at 97 St James's Street, Brighton BN2 1TP. Standard turnaround is 3-4 working days.

Yes — we offer UK-wide delivery on all orders. Select your preferred delivery option at checkout. Orders are dispatched from our Brighton & Hove print shop.