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Miro gave me a fair price and had a slot so could do the work next day. He did an excellent job and was polite, clean and tidy. Had a short lunch break and was finished mid afternoon. Would recommend.
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Dry lining is a highly efficient alternative to traditional wet plastering, using premium plasterboard sheets to create flawless wall and ceiling surfaces. Whether you are dividing a room with stud walls, insulating a cold garage conversion, or dry lining an extension, precision installation is vital to prevent future cracking. Rated People connects you with trusted local specialists who handle boarding, taping, and jointing cleanly. Post your job for free today.
- What can a dry lining plasterboard installation specialist help with?
- How much does dry lining plasterboard installation cost?
- What is the difference between dry lining and traditional wet plastering?
- Other dry lining plasterboard installation FAQ's
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What can a dry lining plasterboard installation specialist help with?
A dry lining specialist possesses the technical knowledge to select and install the exact type of plasterboard required for your property's specific environment. They ensure your walls are structurally sound, perfectly level, and ready for immediate decorating:
- Dot and dab installation: Applying specialised adhesive dabs to secure plasterboard sheets directly onto solid brick, block work, or concrete internal walls.
- Tacking and stud wall boarding: Fastening plasterboard cleanly to timber or metal stud frames for new room partitions, loft conversions, and ceiling grids.
- Specialist performance boarding: Installing advanced boards designed for specific environments, including moisture-resistant boards for bathrooms, fire-retardant boards for kitchens, and high-density acoustic boards for soundproofing.
- Tape, jointing, and skimming: Applying joint filler, scrim tape, and smooth compounds over board seams and screw heads, sanding them to a perfect finish so the wall can be painted without needing a full plaster skim.
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How much does dry lining plasterboard installation cost?
The total cost of a dry lining project depends on the square footage of the area, whether structural stud framing needs to be built, and the type of performance plasterboard selected. Specialists typically quote based on a few main parameters:
- Standard dry lining (per square metre): For supply and installation on a standard brick wall using the dot-and-dab method, expect prices to range from £20 to £35 per square metre.
- Average single room (boarding & jointing): To dry line a medium-sized bedroom (including standard wall boards, taping, jointing, and sanding), quotes usually average between £400 and £800.
- Stud wall construction and boarding: If a specialist needs to construct a timber or metal frame partition from scratch before adding insulation and plasterboard, costs generally range from £600 to £1,200+ depending on room size.
- Performance board premiums: Using acoustic soundproofing, thermal insulation-backed, or fire-rated plasterboards will increase material costs by roughly 30% to 50% compared to standard grey wallboard.
What is the difference between dry lining and traditional wet plastering?
While both methods are designed to leave you with flat, smooth walls ready for paint or wallpaper, the application processes and structural benefits vary significantly:
- Traditional wet plastering: This involves applying layers of wet gypsum backing coat and finish plaster directly onto a bare wall. It requires incredible physical skill, creates a lot of mess, and takes several days or weeks to dry out completely before you can safely paint it. However, it can follow complex curves easily.
- Dry lining plasterboard installation: This uses pre-fabricated, entirely dry gypsum plasterboard sheets attached to walls with adhesive or screws. Because it is a dry process, the joints can be taped and sanded smooth within 24 to 48 hours, allowing you to paint almost immediately. It is faster, lighter, and allows modern thermal insulation to be built directly into the back of the panels.
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Other dry lining plasterboard installation FAQ's
Can you hang heavy items like TVs or shelving on dry-lined walls?
Yes, but you must use the correct fixings. Standard plasterboard can crumble under heavy shear weight if regular screws are used. For heavy objects like flat-screen televisions or kitchen cabinets, your specialist should use heavy-duty toggle anchors, or ensure the brackets are screwed directly into the timber or metal studs hidden behind the boards.
What is 'skimming' and do dry-lined walls always need it?
Skimming is applying a thin, 2mm layer of wet finish plaster over the entire wall surface. Dry-lined walls do not strictly need a full skim if the specialist performs a high-quality "tape and jointing" process, where only the seams and screw heads are filled and sanded flat. Tape-and-jointed walls are completely ready for wallpaper or matte paint.
How long does it take a specialist to dry line a standard room?
For an average-sized living room or bedroom, a skilled professional can usually complete the physical boarding within a single day. If you choose the tape-and-jointing finish, they will need to return over the next 24 to 48 hours to apply consecutive layers of jointing compound and do the final sanding once it is dry.
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Redefined Construction & Landscapes
Dry Lining & Plasterboard - Installation
Redefine Construction & Landscapes is a trusted construction and landscaping company dedicated to delivering high-quality workmanship and exceptional service. We specialize in house renovations, home improvements, extensions, kitchens, bathrooms and flooring. We also complete garden transformations. I.e. paving, decking, fencing and garden- rooms. Whether you're modernising your home, renovating a single room, or transforming your outdoor space, our skilled team is committed to bringing your vision to life with reliable, professional solutions. We take pride in our attention to detail, quality craftsmanship, and ensuring every project is completed to the highest standard.
We are family run company, and are best interest is give are clients the best price and an excellent service.
Excellent service from start to finish. Father & son team carried out an amazing, professional job, in the minimal amount of time. Very helpful and answered any queries relating to the project. Highly recommended and will definitely use again.
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I come with over 20 years of experience, and for my customers, I come with many designs for new interior renovations.
Great instalation. I would recommend.
Ragan Property Ltd are a niche family business which specialise in: - Bathrooms - Kitchens - External Decking. - Fencing - Patios - Landscaping - General House Refurbishments Contact us today for an early site visit and quotation. Thank you.
excellent work and a nice man. I will use again
Ive been established for nearly 30 years now. I take pride in my work and giving the customer what they require.
Ive asked Patrick to give me a price for a bathroom design and refurbishment for six months hence. When he came to quote, I asked if he could sort out a problem in my utility room. He set to immediately and did an excellent job. I was very impressed by his workmanship and his price. I will certainly use him again. I am happy to recommend him.
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I hired Alex he repaired all requested faults and pointed out issues other plumbers failed to sort. He sorted out all the issues causing my current plumbing problems. He was professional friendly and efficient and kept me informed throughout. I would willingly recommend him and will definitely hire him again.
we specialise in all aspects of plastering inc. dryline and skim , float and skim , skimming over artex , magnetic skimming and also monacuch render and floor screeding.
Change of rating. Job was done in less than a day with 4 plasterers on site. We had problems with the finish and Ashley came back and worked for 2\\\\3 hours but now that it has dried out and been painted we can see see marks and uneven surfaces everywhere. The plaster is so thin in places, some came off during painting leaving a mark. We took dado rail off and can still see marks where it had been. Hair line cracks the full length of the wall are also appearing.
Properties Direct Maintenance
Dry Lining & Plasterboard - Installation
properties direct maintenance we specialise Rendering and plastering we also cover any, joinery work Widows and doors Locksmiths Convertions We priorites in staying clean on all our sites we work on. We hope to see you soon and look forward to working with you City & guilds qualified.
Honest, solid, experienced tradesman with very good opinion and years with happy customers; ready to do another good job. "Well done is better than well said" B. Franklin, Facebook : john.the builder.
Janusz and his team were absolutely brilliant. They are professional, skilful, friendly, and extremely efficient. The price for the job was very reasonable. I will definitely use these guys again for future work.
As 10 years experienced with my team of great builders to provide my clients with the Design and Build service: * Extension Builder * Loft Conversion Specialist * New Home Builder * Conversion Specialist * Restoration & Refurb Specialist * Paint & Decoraters * Plumbing & Heating * Kitchen Fitter * Bathroom Fitter * Flooring Fitter * Tiler * Electrician * Insulation Installer * Bricklayer * Groundworker * Architectural Designer * Plaster * Roofer * Garden, Landscaping & Fencing
Very happy with the gardening work. Also various other work around the house that he undertook for me. Very accommodating. I will be using this company again
started buisness in 2008 after 24 years employed on site for 3 construction companies we specialise in extensions new builds loft conversions garage conversions refurbs and renovations timber frames all building trades in house from groundworks to finished product ,city and guilds qualified citb registered your one stop company
Exceptional service - clean and quality job at a very competitive price. I totally recommend these guys.
Welcome to Opuluxe Building and Damp Solutions! With over a decade of specialising in the damp proofing industry and expert plastering services, our company has built a solid reputation for delivering dependable, high-quality solutions. As a family run business, we are a dedicated and professional team known for our reliability, strong work ethic, and attention to detail standing out from the larger companies! We take great pride in maintaining a clean, safe, and presentable work environment on every project. All of our work is backed by a comprehensive 15-year guarantee, ensuring long-lasting protection and complete peace of mind for our clients.
Very good standard of workmanship. Paid good attention to detail and friendly. Price was as initially agreed. Recommended.
A-TECH BUILDING SERVICES LTD is a building company based in St Albans & Toddington, we are a family run business who pride ourselves on our workmanship. All our staff are time served and have many years experience in their given trade. Please see our website.
No job too big or too small
Haven't stuck to their word, took payment, haven't finished the job, didn't turn up at the times they, didn't bring correct equipment, left the difficult to reach part of the wallpaper, why take on a job you can't do. The woman who came to the house on the last day wasn't the one I dealt with via rated and she told my mum to 'piss off'. Tried ringing Shantelle Maughan, wouldn't answer, seems to have blocked me on WhatsApp. Happy to update this review if they come back and finish job.
Decohomes Limited is a business with 14 years of experience in building trade. We have completed over a hundred projects as lofts , extensions and refurbishments in south west London . Decohomes Limited is member of Checkatrade for over 12 years now and clients can see our work there and what people say about us.
Attended very quickly. Estimate arrived soon after. Waiting for insurance decision
From the initial quotation - which was very reasonable – until the final job, Kaspars was very professional and did a great job plastering my bathroom ceiling. He was always prepared to work within my timeframe, arrived on time and was very, very thorough. It was a pleasure dealing with him. A really genuine guy. Will definitely use him again.
a well respected plastering company undertaking all aspects of plastering trade. wet plastering / drylinning / skimming/ and traditional lime. also rendering and coving please see photo`s
Had dry lining and plastering work carried out by Keith. Reliable, turned up on time and did a great job. Would use this company again in the future.
From changing taps to full bathroom installations, heating and plumbing engineers of a high standard. Can do everything from start to finish and always leave the place clean and tidy. Full tiling jobs undertaken, plastering, all joinery work. Media walls and downstairs toilets.
Would highly recommend. Came and gave a quote for labour and materials within 48hrs, and forward about availability. Work was completed within 4 days to a high standard. Great attention to deal on tiling, and trim/grout colours.
With a combined experience of over 60 years in the trade we offer efficient, professional and customer focused services at affordable prices. Our one-stop shop services include groundwork and foundations, structural alterations, steel work and cladding, extensions and new builds and landscaping. We are proud to have highly trained specialised teams working around the clock to ensure customer satisfaction. Please do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss your requirements and ideas so we can set up a face to face meeting and provide a FREE personalised quote for your project. We answer all enquiries the same day!
Would highly recommend. Fair price and Anthony was very reliable and helpful. Explained what parts we needed and what needed to be done to fix guttering after falling down. Very polite and courteous. We believe this company does various tasks wouldn’t hesitate asking him to do a job for us again or recommended colleagues.
PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SERVICES for residential & commercial premises - established '2013. DBS cleared, 5M Public/Products Liability, EA Waste Licence registered - Warwickshire CV region based & SouthWest PL, TR on project specific requests by arrangement. Commercial specialist in Hospitality sector maintenance: Restaurants, Hotels, Public Houses, Offices. Residential primary works: Bathrooms, Kitchens, Painting & Decorating. Visit the "wavemaintain co uk" website for further information and contact details.
Neil was excellent located the leak and fixed the problem and did a first rate job.
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