The total cost to install drywall is affected by factors like the material’s type, thickness and finish.
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Drywall type is the biggest factor in how much you pay for drywall installation. There are many types, each designed for different needs in different parts of the home. Specialty drywall tends to cost more.
Standard or Regular Drywall
Half-inch standard drywall makes up most of a home’s interior walls and ceilings. Standard drywall costs $0.40 to $0.50 per square foot or $12 to $17 per panel. It’s easy to cut, install and finish, and it works well in rooms that don’t experience high humidity.
Water-Resistant (Green Board) Drywall
Green board gets its name from a surface layer of water-resistant green material. It’s often used in kitchens, bathrooms and laundry rooms. It’s not waterproof, however, and won’t work behind showers. Green board costs $0.55 to $0.70 per square foot.
Moisture and Mold-Resistant (Purple) Drywall
Purple drywall offers better moisture resistance than green board, with anti-microbial properties that prevent mold. It costs $0.65 to $0.75 per square foot or $17 to $33 per panel. That extra cost may be worth it to solve drywall mold issues.
Blue Board Drywall
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Also called plaster base, blue board is strong enough to handle heavy plaster finishes. It costs $0.65 to $0.80 per square foot or $12 to $15 per panel.
Paperless Drywall
Paperless drywall has a fiberglass outer layer that’s highly moisture-resistant. However, extra finishing is needed to fully hide the fiberglass texture. Paperless drywall costs $0.65 to $1.05 per square foot or $21 to $31 per panel.
Fire-Resistant (Type X) Drywall
Though all drywall is fire-resistant, Type X burns more slowly and resists fire twice as long as standard drywall. Some building codes require Type X in attached garages or utility rooms. It costs $0.55 to $0.90 per square foot or $20 to $30 per panel.
Soundproof Drywall
Soundproof drywall is one type of sound insulation that reduces noise transmission through walls. It’s often used in music rooms, bedrooms or any space where sound control is important. These thick panels are the most expensive drywall type at $1.85 to $3 per square foot or $40 to $55 per panel.
Eco-Friendly Drywall
Most drywall is made from recyclable gypsum, but some products contain a higher percentage of post-consumer material. These materials are labeled eco-friendly or recycled and cost $0.70 to $0.90 per square foot.
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