Professional drylining, metal stud partitioning, plastering and suspended ceiling installation for commercial and residential projects across the UK.
Dry lining is the process of lining interior walls and ceilings with plasterboard fixed to a metal stud or timber frame, rather than applying wet plaster directly to masonry. It's the standard method used in modern commercial fit-outs and refurbishments because it's faster to install, easier to finish to a high standard, and simple to adapt for insulation, soundproofing and fire protection. At Elite Fit Out & Drylining, our team handles everything from first-fix metal stud partitioning through to taping, jointing and a smooth skim finish, ready for decoration. Dry lining is used throughout new build and refurbishment projects - from single office partitions to full-floor commercial fit-outs - because it lets other trades start sooner, keeps programmes on track, and gives a wall or ceiling that's ready to paint, tile or fit out almost as soon as it's skimmed.
For most commercial and residential projects, dry lining has replaced traditional wet plastering as the standard build method. It's not just faster - a well-installed drylining system gives a straighter, more consistent finish and far more flexibility for what goes on, and in, your walls and ceilings.
A single, experienced team covering every stage of the drylining process:
Every project follows the same clear process, whatever the size of the job:
We visit site (or work from your drawings), discuss what you need and provide a free, no-obligation quote with a realistic programme.
Metal stud or timber frames are set out and fixed, with insulation, cabling and services first-fixed within the void where needed.
Plasterboard is cut and fixed to the frame, selecting the right board – standard, fire-rated, acoustic or moisture-resistant – for each area.
Joints are taped and filled, then skimmed to a smooth, decoration-ready finish.
We walk the finished areas with you, resolve any snags, and hand over a clean site ready for the next trade or for decoration.
Elite Fit Out & Drylining is led by Steve and Faye, working with an experienced team of skilled tradespeople and trusted specialist subcontractors. Steve brings over 25 years' experience in construction, fit out and project delivery.
Our dry lining team works across commercial and residential projects of all sizes, including:
We carry out dry lining and commercial fit-out projects across:
…and further afield across the UK for larger commercial projects.
Dry lining is a method of finishing interior walls and ceilings using plasterboard fixed to a metal stud or timber frame, rather than applying wet plaster straight onto masonry. It gives a fast, clean, high-quality finish and is the standard approach used in most modern commercial fit-outs and refurbishments.
Plastering applies a wet material directly to a wall surface, while dry lining builds a plasterboard-clad frame that’s taped, jointed and skimmed. Dry lining is faster to install, creates a straighter finish, and makes it easy to run insulation, cabling and services within the wall or ceiling void.
Yes. Alongside dry lining we install metal stud and glass partitions, suspended (grid) ceilings, and fire-rated or acoustic partitions, so we can deliver the full internal fit-out from a single point of contact.
Timescales depend on the size and complexity of the space, but most commercial dry lining and partitioning projects run from a few days for a single room to several weeks for a full office fit-out. We’ll give you a project timeline as part of your free quote.
We’re based in Northamptonshire and carry out dry lining and commercial fit-out projects across Northampton, Corby, Kettering, Rushden, Daventry, Milton Keynes, Bedford and further afield across the UK.
Cost depends on the area to be lined, the specification (standard, fire-rated or acoustic) and the finish required. Get in touch with your project details and we’ll provide a free, no-obligation quote.
Yes. We install fire-rated and acoustic-rated plasterboard systems specified to meet Building Regulations Part B (fire safety) and Part E (sound insulation) requirements for the project.
Yes, we regularly work in occupied offices, shops and other live buildings, and can arrange evening or weekend working where a project needs minimal disruption to your business.
