Plasterboard delivery in Clydach

Which plasterboard can you order in Clydach?

• Tapered and square edgeTapered edge for taped joints; square edge for skimming.
• Fire-resistant boardHigher fire performance for garages, escape routes and separating walls.
• Standard plasterboardWallboard for walls and ceilings in 9.5, 12.5 and 15 mm.
• Screws, tape and jointingDrywall screws, scrim and jointing compound.

Planning the drop in Clydach

Boards are heavy and fragile at the edges; they travel flat and are best stored flat and dry. Clydach is inside our standard mainland delivery area.

• Give us the full postcode for the drop point; deliveries around SA6 are priced to the exact address.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.
• On busy streets in Clydach, a parking suspension or a quiet time slot can make offloading safer, so tell us about local restrictions you know of.

Estimating your plasterboard

A new 3 m partition 2.4 m high, boarded on both sides, is 14.4 m² of board: 6 sheets of 2400 × 1200 mm with 10% for cutting, and about 210 drywall screws. Try the plasterboard calculator

Plasterboard: choosing well

Tapered or square edge?

Tapered edge boards are for taping and jointing without a skim; square edge boards are normally skimmed.

Which board type?

Use moisture-resistant board in wet rooms, fire board where a fire rating is required, and acoustic board for quieter rooms. Building regulations or your design set the requirement.

Wales has its own Approved Documents, including its own Part L for energy efficiency, and building control is handled by the local authority or a registered approver.

Plasterboard in Clydach: questions

How many plasterboards do I need?

Divide the wall or ceiling area by 2.88 m² (one 2400 × 1200 sheet) and add about 10 percent for cutting. Our plasterboard calculator also gives the screws.

Do you deliver plasterboard to Clydach?

Yes. We deliver across Clydach, including SA6, SA7. Clydach is inside our standard mainland delivery area. Send your list or call 0800 088 6341 and we will price it delivered to your postcode.

Can I add other materials to my Clydach delivery?

Yes. Put everything on one list, from plasterboard to fixings and PPE, and we will price it as one delivery where the products can travel together.

What is thermal laminate board?

Plasterboard bonded to a layer of insulation, used to dry-line external walls and improve their insulation in one fixing.