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Not all plasterboard is the same, and using the wrong type can mean a failed inspection or a wall that doesn’t perform. Here’s a quick guide to the main board types and where each belongs — so the right one ends up in your spec.

The main types

  • Standard board — general walls and ceilings in dry areas
  • Moisture-resistant — bathrooms, kitchens and humid environments
  • Fire-rated — compartment walls and protected routes where fire resistance is required
  • Acoustic — denser board to reduce sound transfer in flats, hotels and offices
  • Impact-resistant — corridors, schools and high-traffic areas

Matching the board to the job

Most projects use a mix of board types across different rooms and applications. The specification should tell you what goes where — and getting it right first time avoids costly rework.

Built to your spec

We cut and prefabricate drylining components off-site using the boards your specification calls for, delivered ready to install anywhere in mainland UK.

Whatever your spec requires, get a quote from QuickFix Profiles today.