How much does a Dry Liner cost in Wales?
Typical costs for hiring a dry liner anywhere in Wales. Dry Lining pricing is largely consistent across the UK, so the figures below are indicative national ranges. Your actual quote depends on job size, access and materials, so always get 2–3 quotes.
Dry Lining in Wales: what our directory holds
Where they are: South Wales 38 · North Wales 1 · West Wales 1
Counted from businesses listed on besttrades.wales, not a survey of the whole market — there are dry lining in Wales we have not listed yet. Supply affects price: in a region with few available dry lining, quotes sit toward the top of the ranges below.
Dry Liner price guide, Wales
| Job type | Price range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plasterboard Walls | £10 – £18/m² | standard boards, supply and fit |
| Dot And Dab Dry Lining | £12 – £22/m² | supply and fit |
| Plasterboard Ceilings | £22 – £31/m² | supply and fit |
| Moisture Or Fire Rated Board | £3 – £6/m² | extra over standard boards |
| Fitter Day Rate | £180 – £250/day | |
| Double Bedroom | £540 – £920 | average double bedroom, typically 1 day |
| Three Bed House | £4500 – £7500 | average 3-bed house, 2 to 3 days |
Price ranges sourced from MyJobQuote, Drywall Cost Guide 2026: How Much Does Plasterboard Cost? (updated 17/09/26). Cost data across all trades was last updated 22 September 2026. Actual quotes vary by job complexity, access and contractor.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does dry lining cost per m²?
Supply and fit typically costs £10–£18 per m² for standard plasterboard walls, £12–£22 per m² for dot-and-dab dry lining and £22–£31 per m² for ceilings. Moisture- or fire-rated boards add £3–£6 per m².
How much does it cost to plasterboard a room?
An average double bedroom typically costs £540–£920 and takes about a day. An average 3-bed house costs £4,500–£7,500 over 2 to 3 days.
Do I need different plasterboard in different rooms?
Yes. Moisture-resistant boards suit bathrooms and kitchens, while acoustic boards help reduce noise between rooms.
Does a stud wall need insulation?
Not usually for a stud wall between two heated rooms, although adding insulation can help reduce sound transfer.