TL;DR: Approved Document B fire-rated partitions and ceilings across Solihull borough. Fire ratings from 30 to 120 minutes (FR1 to FR4). Type F / Type X plasterboard, intumescent seals and cavity barriers. Full Building Control documentation. 12-month workmanship guarantee.
Our Fire-Rated Drylining Services in Solihull
Fire-rated drylining is a regulated trade. Every wall, ceiling and service penetration must meet the fire-rating required by Approved Document B. At Drylining Solihull, we hold the technical knowledge and CSCS-credentialled team to install fire-rated systems correctly across the Solihull Metropolitan Borough — from 30-minute residential compartmentation to 120-minute commercial spec.
- 30, 60, 90 and 120-minute fire-rated partitions
- Fire-rated suspended ceiling systems
- Cavity barriers and fire-stopping at junctions
- Intumescent seals around doors, sockets and service penetrations
- Residential compartmentation for flats and HMO
- Commercial fire-rated corridors and means of escape
- Existing partition upgrade and over-boarding
- Building Control documentation and certification
Why Contractors Choose Our Fire-Rated Drylining in Solihull
- Approved Document B expertise: Every Solihull MBC Building Control sign-off requires correct fire-rating, cavity barrier placement and intumescent sealing — we get this right first time.
- Manufacturer-trained installers: Our team is trained in British Gypsum and Knauf fire-rated systems. We work to published specifications so the rating is supported by documentation.
- Full certification: We provide as-built drawings, board specifications, fire-stopping locations and a completion certificate for Solihull Building Control.
- Residential and commercial: From 30-minute compartmentation in Solihull flats to 120-minute commercial corridors at the NEC, we deliver all fire ratings.
- 15+ years fire-rating experience: We have installed fire-rated partitions across hundreds of Solihull and West Midlands projects including schools, hospitals, offices and shared residential.
Fire-Rated Materials & Specifications
We use manufacturer-tested and certified fire-rated products to ensure compliance and durability across every Solihull installation.
- British Gypsum Gyproc FireLine (Type F) and FireStop (Type X) plasterboard
- Knauf Fire-panel, Fireshield and K-Fire plasterboard
- Metal C-studs and U-tracks (50mm, 70mm, 92mm, 146mm profiles)
- Rockwool RWA45 and RWA60 fire-rated mineral wool insulation
- Fire-rated intumescent sealants (FSi PyroPro and Nullifire M701)
- Cavity barriers and fire stops at every floor and wall junction
- Fire-rated downlight covers and service penetration collars
Fire-Rated Drylining Applications in Solihull
Our fire-rated drylining services are suitable for any Solihull project where Building Regulations require fire separation or compartmentation.
- Flat conversions and HMO compartmentation across Shirley, Olton and Solihull town centre
- Commercial corridors and means of escape at Touchwood and Solihull retail parks
- School and college fire-rated partitions across the borough
- Healthcare and care home compartmentation
- NEC and Birmingham Airport commercial fire-rated fit-outs
- Office fire-rated corridors across the M42 corridor
- Loft conversions requiring fire separation between floors
- Garage-to-room conversions requiring 30-minute fire-rated walls
How It Works
- Free Quote: Call or fill in our form. We will assess your commercial project and provide a detailed, no-obligation quote with timelines.
- Detailed Plan: We confirm materials, schedule, and specifications. We coordinate with other trades and plan around your business hours.
- Professional Installation: Our CSCS-registered team works cleanly, efficiently, and to the highest standards with regular progress updates.
- Quality Check & Handover: We inspect every detail, ensure compliance with building regulations, and hand over your completed space on time.
Fire-Rated Drylining Across Solihull Borough
We install Approved Document B fire-rated partitions across the full Metropolitan Borough of Solihull:
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Need Approved Document B Fire-Rated Drylining in Solihull?
Call us or fill in our quick form. We will assess your fire-rating requirements and provide a written itemised quote — usually within 24 hours — with full Building Control documentation included.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fire-Rated Drylining in Solihull
What is fire-rated drylining?
Fire-rated drylining uses specialist plasterboard (typically 12.5mm or 15mm Type F or Type X) and cavity barriers to create walls and ceilings that resist fire for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. It is required by Building Regulations Approved Document B (Fire safety) for commercial buildings, multi-occupancy residential, schools, hospitals and shared means of escape in Solihull.
How long does fire-rated drylining installation take in Solihull?
A single fire-rated partition takes 1–3 days depending on fire rating and complexity. A multi-storey fire-rated fit-out across the M42 corridor typically takes 1–3 weeks. We provide detailed written timelines during your quote.
What fire ratings can you achieve?
We install fire-rated partitions and ceilings rated from 30 minutes (FR1) up to 120 minutes (FR4). The rating depends on the plasterboard specification, stud spacing, insulation and cavity barrier configuration — all of which we calculate per Approved Document B.
Do fire-rated partitions need intumescent seals?
Yes. Around doors, service penetrations and junctions we install fire-rated intumescent seals and cavity barriers. These expand under heat to seal gaps and maintain the fire-rating — critical for compliance.
Can existing partitions be upgraded to fire-rated?
Yes. We can over-board existing partitions with a layer of fire-rated plasterboard, add insulation within the cavity and install intumescent seals — a common upgrade across Solihull's 1970s and 1980s commercial stock.
Do you provide certification for Building Control?
Yes. We provide full documentation including fire-rated board specifications, fixings, insulation details, intumescent seal locations and a completion certificate that satisfies Solihull MBC Building Control.