Wall linings · skim · MF ceilings
Dry lining and plastering contractors across the UK
Dry lining gives you flat, finished walls and ceilings quickly. We match you with dry liners and plasterers who work to the fire, sound and moisture ratings the building needs.
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Types of dry lining and plastering
Metal frame lining
An independent frame in front of the wall. Hides services and uneven walls.
Dot and dab
Boards bonded straight to masonry. Quick, with little loss of space.
MF ceilings
A flat plasterboard ceiling on a metal frame.
Skim finish
A thin coat of plaster for a hard, smooth surface.
What is included
- Metal frame and dot-and-dab wall linings
- MF plasterboard ceilings and bulkheads
- Tape and joint or full skim finishes
- Moisture-resistant and fire-rated boards
- Insulated linings to external walls
- Patching and making good after other trades
What affects the price
- Area of wall and ceiling
- Height, and whether access equipment is needed
- Board type: standard, fire, moisture or acoustic
- Finish level: taped, skimmed or ready for decoration
- How much making good is needed around services
Process
How the job runs
Survey and set out
Framing or adhesive fixed
Boards fitted and jointed
Finished ready for decoration
How long? A few rooms are often lined and finished within a week.
Questions to ask an installer
- Which board type are you allowing for?
- Is it taped or skimmed?
- Is making good around services included?
- Does any of it need a fire or acoustic rating?
Rules and safety
Linings that form part of a fire-rated wall or ceiling must be built as the tested system, with the right board, fixings and joints. Insulating an external wall can trigger the energy efficiency rules in the Building Regulations. Check the asbestos survey before fixing into old ceilings and walls.
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Questions
Dry lining and plastering: common questions
Tape and joint or skim?
Tape and joint is quicker and normal for offices. A skim gives a harder, smoother finish and suits areas that take knocks.
How soon can it be painted?
Tape and joint can usually be decorated within a day or two. Wet plaster needs longer to dry, depending on thickness and heating.
Can you match an existing finish?
Usually, yes. Patches are blended into the surrounding wall, though a full repaint of that wall gives the best result.