A new gypsum ceiling, hidden lighting, or a crack to fix? Here are rough prices per square metre, the difference between designs, and what to agree with the fitter.
Most fitters charge per square metre including boards and fitting. The price depends on the design, the type of board and the ceiling height.
| Service | Rough price |
|---|---|
| Flat single-level ceiling (fitted) | SAR 40 – 110 per m² |
| Two-level ceiling | SAR 120 – 180 per m² |
| Ceiling with hidden lighting | SAR 150 – 250 per m² |
| Boards only, not fitted | SAR 20 – 55 per m² |
💡 In bathrooms and kitchens use moisture-resistant (green) boards. They cost a bit more, but normal boards are ruined by steam.
📐 More levels and decoration means a higher price. A simple ceiling with good lighting looks smart for less.
A rough guide from 5 sources in Riyadh (October 2026), mostly price pages of gypsum fitters and shops. The final price is agreed between you and the fitter. Laqeeni doesn't set prices or take commission.
Usually the tape and filler at the joints weren't done well, or the frame moves. The joint needs redoing.
A sign of a water leak from above (AC, bathroom or roof). Fix the leak before replacing the board.
The metal frame isn't fixed well, or the boards have soaked up water. Don't wait; part of it could fall.
Usually the transformer or the strip itself. Ask the fitter to leave an access hatch so it can be reached.
The screws weren't covered properly with filler. Filler, sanding and paint fix it.
Cutting gypsum makes a lot of dust. Agree cleaning and covering the furniture before they start.
Measure the ceiling together, and get the area and price per m² in writing.
Standard, moisture-resistant or fire-resistant? Ask about the brand and thickness.
Ask about the frame and the spacing of the metal. A weak frame is the main cause of cracks and sagging.
Does the price include filler, sanding and painting, or is painting a separate job?
Agree who does the lighting wiring: the gypsum fitter or an electrician? And leave an access hatch.
Look at real photos of past work, not design pictures from the internet.
Coming soon. We're checking gypsum board fitters across every part of Riyadh now: phone number, ID and past work. Then you'll be able to contact them directly, with no commission.
Any leak above the ceiling (AC or bathroom) quickly ruins gypsum. Fix it as soon as you see a stain.
Don't hang a heavy chandelier from the gypsum alone. It must be fixed to the concrete ceiling.
Run the bathroom extractor so steam doesn't damage the ceiling.
A small hatch makes it easy to reach lights and wiring without breaking anything.
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Join freeA normal room with a simple ceiling usually takes two to three days, including filler and paint. Complex designs take longer.
Yes, if the frame and fitting are right and the roof above is insulated. Most problems come from leaks, not heat.
No. Laqeeni is a directory that connects you with the fitter directly. You agree and pay between you.
Last updated: October 2026