Gillingham Drylining FAQ
Is dry lining suitable for older homes in Gillingham?
Yes — dry lining is often the preferred approach for Gillingham's older housing stock. Common older Gillingham property types:
- Victorian terraces (pre-1900, solid 9-inch brick): Luton, Grange, Grange, parts of Hempstead and Hempstead - Edwardian terraces (1900-1918): similar construction - Pre-1920s semis: Hempstead, Woodlands, Hempstead, lower-rainham - Inter-war semis (1920s-1940s): Luton and Grange - Post-war council housing (1950s-1970s): throughout the borough - 1980s-90s private estates: Hempstead, Woodlands, Twydall
For solid 9-inch brick walls, dot-and-dab insulated plasterboard is the standard upgrade — addressing heat loss, condensation, and finish in one operation.
For timber-frame or lath-and-plaster walls (rare in Gillingham but found in some Hempstead and Woodlands properties), we use independent metal stud linings to avoid disturbing the original structure.
For listed buildings (Luton Hall area, Hempstead village, parts of Grange), we use breathable boards and lime-compatible finishes to avoid trapping moisture. Listed-building consent may be required — we can advise or recommend a local conservation architect.