Updated 25 September 2026
Stud partition wall cost UK 2026
The going rate for stud partition wall in 2026 is boarded both sides: £100–£150/m² (total, ex VAT). Below: a calculator, what the job involves, materials at three price levels, and the prep that changes the price.
Market band£100–£150/m²
Worked example, 7.2 m² wall£525
Time on site1.5 days
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Market band source: Property Workshop.
What the job involves
| Stage | Task | Typical time |
|---|---|---|
| frame | Set out, head and sole plates | 2 h |
| frame | Studs and noggins | 0.9 h per m² |
Materials at three price levels
| Material | Budget | Trade choice | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLS studs, plates and fixings per m² | £8 CLS at 600 centres — Standard partition | £11 CLS at 400 centres — Stiffer, better for fixings | £15 Treated CLS at 400 with noggins for fixtures — Ready for TV mounts and shelving |
Trade prices ex VAT, estimates checked 2026-09-25. Log your receipts in Grafto and your own prices replace these.
What changes the price
- Finish? studwork only · boarded both sides big effect
- Door in the wall? no · yes big effect
- Sound insulation? no · yes
Good practice
- Lived-in home: time for dust sheets and moving furniture
Prep to look for
| Condition | Check | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Uneven floor | visible slopes, gaps under skirting | Uneven floor: extra packing and levelling time |
| Possible asbestos (Artex) | textured swirl ceiling where boxing or cutting is planned | Textured ceiling: test for asbestos before cutting |
Questions
How much does stud partition wall cost in the UK in 2026?
The researched market band is boarded both sides: £100–£150/m² (total, ex VAT), from Property Workshop. A worked example of 7.2 m² wall comes to about £495–£566 across budget, trade and premium materials.
How long does stud partition wall take?
The worked example of 7.2 m² wall takes about 1.5 working days.
What changes the price of stud partition wall?
Mainly finish, door in the wall, plus any prep found on site: uneven floor, possible asbestos (artex).