Plasterboard delivery in Newport (Gwent)

Choosing from our plasterboard range

• Thermal laminate boardPlasterboard bonded to insulation for dry-lining external walls.
• Moisture-resistant boardFor bathrooms, kitchens and utility rooms.
• Fire-resistant boardHigher fire performance for garages, escape routes and separating walls.
• Screws, tape and jointingDrywall screws, scrim and jointing compound.
• Standard plasterboardWallboard for walls and ceilings in 9.5, 12.5 and 15 mm.

How much will you need?

A new 3.6 m partition 2.4 m high, boarded on both sides, is 17.28 m² of board: 7 sheets of 2400 × 1200 mm with 10% for cutting, and about 245 drywall screws. Try the plasterboard calculator

Picking the right product

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.

Tapered or square edge?

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

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.

Getting plasterboard onto your Newport (Gwent) site

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

• Have someone on site for the delivery if you can, or agree a safe drop point with us in advance.
• With roughly 7h 49m of daylight in Newport (Gwent) around the shortest day, morning deliveries leave more working light for the job.
• If the drop point is block paving or soft ground, say so; heavy pallets and bulk bags can mark or sink.

Questions about plasterboard delivery in Newport (Gwent)

How many screws per board?

Around 30 to 40 drywall screws for a 2400 × 1200 board on a wall, with screws at about 300 mm centres.

How soon can plasterboard be delivered in Newport (Gwent)?

We confirm the delivery date when we price your order, before you commit. It depends on the product, the quantity and whether it is a stock line or made to order.

What plasterboard for a bathroom?

Moisture-resistant board for general bathroom walls and ceilings. In shower areas use a tile backer board designed for wet areas.

Do you deliver plasterboard to trades and homeowners in Newport (Gwent)?

Both. Trades can apply for a trade account; homeowners and self-builders can order on a delivered quote.