Duplexing & Triplexing

Why Duplexing & Triplexing matters

• Premium rigidity – Ideal for covers, packaging and cards.
• Colour layering – Add contrast or brand colours through the edge.
• Stock creativity – Mix textures, colours or weights for unique results.
• Strength – Perfect for heavy-use pieces.

Creative Duplexing & Triplexing

• Duplex - Two stocks bonded together, popular for premium business cards and covers.
• Triplex - Three layers, often with a coloured middle for a bold edge reveal.
• Mixed Stock Builds - Combine textured, smooth, coloured and specialty papers.
• Oversize Builds - Extra-thick boards for presentation pieces.

What this unlocks for your project

• Premium invitations and cards with coloured edges.
• Book covers with higher rigidity.
• Packaging components with a luxury feel.
• Creative combinations not possible with a single stock.

Tech specs at a glance

• Works best with stocks 250 – 400gsm per layer.
• Slight natural curl can occur, we test and adjust.
• Clean, squared edges require post-bond trimming.

Design tips

• Choose contrasting colours for standout edges.
• Uncoated stocks bond best.
• Allow for glue-free zones on scored areas (we’ll advise).