Tailored solutions for
every structural build.
Drylining is the backbone of modern interiors, from tacking plasterboard to timber, dot & dab on blockwork, right through to tape & jointing or a full skim finish. Our team delivers smooth, straight walls and ceilings ready for decoration, whether you need standard partitions, MF ceilings, or bespoke details. It’s a fast, efficient method that leaves your project looking sharp and professional.
Drylining
The modern alternative to traditional wet plastering — faster, cleaner, and just as flawless.
Drylining is the process of lining internal walls and ceilings with plasterboard without the need for traditional wet plaster coats. It is one of the most widely used construction techniques in modern building, valued for its speed, precision, versatility, and cost efficiency.
Whether you are fitting out a single room or managing a multi-storey commercial development, drylining is the backbone of a quality interior finish. Our team has over 15 years of experience delivering it to the highest possible standard.
Get a Drylining Quote arrow_outward“Drylining is not just a building technique — it’s what separates a quality finish from a compromise.”
Shannon Elliston — Founder, SE.DryliningWhat exactly is drylining?
Traditional plastering involves applying layers of wet plaster directly to masonry, then waiting days for it to fully dry before decoration can begin. Drylining replaces this by fixing rigid plasterboard panels — also known as drywall or gypsum board — to a timber or metal frame, or directly to a wall using adhesive.
The joints between boards are then taped and finished, or the whole surface is skim-coated with a thin layer of plaster for an ultra-smooth result. The outcome is a perfectly flat, stable wall or ceiling ready for decoration in a fraction of the time of traditional wet plaster.
Dramatically Faster
Wet plaster can take 3–6 weeks to fully cure. Drylining is ready for decoration in days, keeping your project timeline and budget on track.
Thermal Performance
Insulated plasterboard and cavity systems significantly improve U-values, reducing heat loss and energy bills across residential and commercial builds.
Acoustic Control
Multi-layer acoustic plasterboard systems dramatically reduce sound transmission — essential for apartments, hotels, offices, and schools.
Fire Rating
Fire-rated plasterboard systems provide up to 120 minutes of fire resistance, meeting strict building regulations for commercial and multi-occupancy developments.
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How drylining is applied
Tack & Fix
Plasterboard is mechanically fixed to timber or metal studwork frames using drywall screws. The most common method for new-build partitions and ceilings, giving a strong, flush, and predictable surface across any span.
Dot & Dab
Plasterboard bonded directly to masonry using plaster adhesive. Ideal for refurbishments where studwork is not practical — fast to install and minimal in space loss.
MF & Framing
Metal Furring systems use a concealed metal grid to create a level substrate independently of the structure behind — excellent for uneven surfaces and high acoustic or thermal performance.
Surface options & finishes
Drylining offers multiple finishing routes depending on your aesthetic requirements and budget. We advise on the right specification for every project.
Tape & Joint
Joints filled and taped, feathered out with jointing compound, and sanded to a smooth paint-ready finish. Standard for commercial environments.
Skim Coat
A thin 2–3mm coat of finishing plaster applied over the whole surface and trowelled to a glass-smooth finish. The premium choice for high-specification residential interiors.
Decorated Board
Pre-decorated or moisture-resistant board painted directly — ideal for utility areas, loft conversions, and budget-conscious refurbishments.
The case for drylining, every time.
- check_circleNo drying time. Trades can follow on immediately — painters and electricians are not held up waiting weeks for wet plaster to cure.
- check_circlePrecise & flat. Manufactured to consistent thickness, delivering walls and ceilings that are plumb, level, and true every time.
- check_circleBuilt-in services. Stud cavities provide a clean, concealed route for electrical cables, pipework, and data cabling.
- check_circleFlexible & adaptable. Walls, arches, curved soffits, bulkheads — drylining can form virtually any shape a design demands.
- check_circleSpecialist boards available. Moisture-resistant, fire-rated, acoustic, and impact-resistant boards for any environment or regulation.
- check_circleCost effective. Faster installation means reduced labour costs and shorter programmes — saving money without cutting corners.
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Whether it’s a single room or a 50-unit development, we’re here to help.
Stud Partitions
Stud partitions are a smart way to divide spaces without major structural work. Using lightweight metal or timber framing, we install strong, precise partitions that can be fire-rated, sound-insulated, or tailored to your exact specifications. Whether it's creating new rooms, offices, or open-plan layouts, our partitions combine speed of installation with exceptional finish quality.
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Suspended Ceilings
We install suspended ceilings that not only improve the acoustics and lighting of your space but also add a clean, modern look. Our team is skilled in fitting a variety of ceiling systems, perfect for both commercial and residential applications.
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Sound Proofing Partitions
Create quieter, more private spaces with high-performance acoustic partition systems designed to reduce sound transfer between rooms. Our sound proofing partitions combine robust metal framing, acoustic insulation, specialist boarding, and precise installation techniques to achieve excellent noise reduction in both residential and commercial environments.
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Dot & Dab
Dot and dab (direct bond) is an efficient and cost-effective method of fixing plasterboard directly to masonry walls using adhesive dabs. Our experienced team ensures perfectly plumb and flat wall linings with minimal loss of room space — ideal for refurbishment projects, new builds, and basement conversions where speed and precision are paramount.
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Gyplyner
Gyplyner (also known as Gypframe) systems provide a high-performance, damp-resistant wall lining solution, particularly for solid external walls and below-ground applications. By creating a discrete cavity, Gyplyner systems improve thermal insulation and protect against moisture, making them ideal for basement conversions, older properties, and any wall where direct bonding is not suitable.
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Tape & Jointing
Tape and jointing is the art of achieving a seamless, paint-ready finish across plasterboard joints. Our team applies jointing compound in precise layers, embedding feather-edge tape to eliminate visible seams entirely. The result is a clean, professional surface indistinguishable from a monolithic wall — perfect for commercial fit-outs, feature walls, and high-specification residential interiors.
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Plastering
A flawlessly skimmed wall is the hallmark of a quality finish. Our plasterers apply traditional multi-coat plaster systems and skim coats to exacting tolerances, delivering glass-smooth surfaces that accept any decoration. Whether you need a full re-plaster or a localised repair, our team has the skill and attention to detail to match and blend seamlessly with existing finishes.
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Screeding
A level, durable subfloor is the foundation of every great interior. We lay sand and cement screed and flowing liquid screed systems to precise tolerances, creating a perfectly flat base for any floor finish — tiles, hardwood, polished concrete, or underfloor heating systems. Our team works efficiently across commercial, industrial, and residential projects of any scale.
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Media Walls
A bespoke media wall transforms any living space or commercial environment into a striking focal point. We build and finish custom media wall structures using metal stud framing and plasterboard, with precise cable management recesses and alcove detailing built in from the outset. The result is a seamlessly integrated, structural finish ready for your AV equipment and lighting.
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SFS — Structural Steel Framing
Structural Steel Framing Systems (SFS) are the backbone of high-performance external wall and cladding assemblies on commercial and mixed-use buildings. We install SFS to tight engineering tolerances, providing a robust, load-bearing sub-frame ready to receive cladding, rainscreen panels, and insulation systems. Our team works closely with structural engineers and main contractors to deliver compliant, efficient installations on time.
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