Dry Lining Plasterboarding in Crawley, West Sussex

Imagine you’ve just stripped off layers of old wallpaper only to find the original plaster underneath is crumbling or full of deep cracks. It’s a common headache for Crawley homeowners. In many cases, trying to patch up old lime plaster is a losing battle. That’s where our dry lining expertise comes in. We can ‘back to flat’ your walls by installing fresh plasterboarding, effectively giving you a brand-new room without the mess of hacking everything back to the brickwork if it isn't necessary.We also see a lot of dated Artex ceilings in the area. Many people tell us they hate the look but worry about the mess of removing it. Over-boarding with thin plasterboard is a fantastic, mess-free alternative. We simply fix new boards over the existing ceiling and apply a smooth skim coat over the top. The result? A perfectly flat, modern ceiling that makes the whole room feel instantly brighter and more contemporary.

When we’re working with solid brick or block walls, we typically use a technique known in the trade as ‘dot and dab’. This involves applying high-strength adhesive dabs to the wall and carefully levelling the plasterboard on top. It’s an art form in itself—get it wrong, and your walls will never look right. Our team has the steady hand and the eye for detail needed to ensure every board is perfectly plumb and true.This method isn't just about speed; it also creates a small cavity between the board and the masonry, which can help with slight moisture issues and provide a bit of extra insulation. For our customers in Crawley, it’s the go-to method for internal plastering when they want a solid, durable finish that looks like it belongs in a high-end showroom.

Are you looking to carve out a new home office or add an en-suite to your bedroom? We specialise in boarding out timber and metal stud walls to create brand-new living spaces. This process, often called ‘tacking,’ involves securely fixing the plasterboard to the frame with specialised screws. We make sure every join is tight and every corner is sharp, providing the structural integrity your new partition walls need.We don't just use standard boards for every job, though. Every room has different needs. In Crawley’s newer builds and kitchen renovations, we often recommend:Moisture-Resistant Boards (Green Board): Essential for bathrooms and kitchens to prevent damp and mould growth.Fire-Rated Boards: Designed to provide extra safety and meet building regulations in high-risk areas.Acoustic/Sound Boards: Perfect if you want to block out the noise from the TV in the next room or live near a busy Crawley road.

With energy costs being what they are, many of our clients are looking for ways to keep their homes warmer. If you have a particularly cold room or an older property with solid external walls, we can install insulated plasterboard. By adding a high-performance thermal layer to the inside of your external walls, we can significantly reduce heat loss. It’s a cost-effective way to make your home more comfortable while potentially lowering your monthly bills. We can even install a vapour control layer to prevent condensation issues, which is vital for maintaining the health of your property’s structure.