Drywall & Gypsum Board Calculator
Calculate gypsum board, studs, and accessories for partition walls and ceilings. Includes board count, metal stud/track quantities, screws, joint compound, and tape for complete drywall installation.
Standard door: 0.9m × 2.1m | Standard window: 1.2m × 1.2m
Enter wall dimensions and click Calculate to see materials
Notes:
- Standard board size: 1200mm × 2400mm (2.88 m²)
- 400mm spacing for curved walls or heavy loads
- 600mm spacing for standard partitions
- Double layer for fire rating or acoustic performance
- Add corner beads, angles, and acoustic sealant as needed
ESTIMATION NOTICE
This calculator provides APPROXIMATE QUANTITIES for budgeting and planning purposes.
Please note:
• Results include standard wastage factors but actual waste may vary based on site conditions, workmanship, and material quality.
About This Calculator
The Drywall & Gypsum Board Calculator helps contractors and fit-out specialists estimate materials for partition walls and suspended ceilings across UAE and Gulf commercial and residential projects. Calculate gypsum board quantities, metal stud framing, accessories, screws, joint compound, and tape requirements. Essential for office fit-outs, retail spaces, hotel rooms, and residential partitions common in Gulf construction.
When to Use This Calculator
- Estimating materials for office partition systems
- Calculating gypsum board for suspended ceiling installations
- Planning fit-out material procurement for commercial spaces
- Preparing BOQ for residential drywall works
- Verifying subcontractor quotations for partition quantities
How to Use This Calculator
Enter Wall/Ceiling Area
Input total partition wall area or ceiling area in square meters.
Select Board Type & Size
Choose board type (standard, moisture-resistant, fire-rated) and size (typically 1200×2400mm).
Specify Framing Details
Enter stud spacing (typically 400mm or 600mm centers) and track requirements.
Add Openings & Layers
Deduct door/window areas and specify if single or double-layer boarding.
Calculate Results
Get board count, stud/track lengths, screws, compound, tape, and corner beads.
Typical Scenarios in UAE & Gulf Projects
A 2,000m² office floor requires partition walls (800m² wall area) and suspended ceiling. The calculator estimates: Walls - 280 boards (12.5mm standard), 400m stud, 200m track, 8,400 screws, 120kg compound, 400m tape. Ceiling - 700 boards, 1,170m main channel, 2,340m furring channel.
50 hotel rooms need bathroom partitions with moisture-resistant boards. Calculator determines per room: 8 boards (12.5mm MR), 12m stud, 6m track, 240 screws, plus fire-rated boards for corridor-facing walls meeting UAE Civil Defense requirements.
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Last Updated: January 2026
Standards Reference: Gypsum board specifications per ASTM C1396 and BS EN 520