Knauf drywall cost per m² in Croatia (2026)
Planning a new partition wall or a suspended ceiling? The first question is always the same: what is the Knauf drywall cost per m² in Croatia? People also search for labour-only vs materials, because they want a clear price per square metre.
This guide gives approximate 2026 Croatia prices, the difference between labour and materials, a worked example for 20 m², and how to write a request so you get quotes you can compare.
Short answer: in 2026, a Knauf drywall partition in Croatia costs roughly €25–55 per m² with materials and labour. A double-board wall with insulation is about €40–85/m², and a suspended ceiling about €32–55/m². If you buy the materials yourself, labour is roughly €13–24/m².
What is included in the price per m²
When people say “Knauf”, they usually mean drywall / dry lining: metal studs, gypsum boards, screws, joint tape and jointing compound. The price per m² typically covers installation plus materials up to basic joint finishing. Painting, electrical boxes and door openings are often charged separately.
So two quotes at the same “price per m²” are not necessarily the same job. Ask what is included: profiles, boards, insulation, taping, skimming and waste removal.
Knauf drywall cost per m² in 2026 (approximate ranges)
The figures below are approximate ranges from public Croatian price lists and drywall cost schedules (2025–2026). They are not Gigron quotes or fixed prices. They depend on the city, wall thickness, board type, insulation and access (floor without a lift, small job).
VAT note: some published lists are ex-VAT, some include VAT. The table shows market-style ranges (labour + materials, except where it says “labour only”). When you compare quotes, ask clearly: with VAT or without.
| Service | Approx. (€/m²) |
|---|---|
| Single-layer partition wall, no insulation (labour + materials) | ~25–50 |
| Single-layer partition wall with mineral wool | ~30–55 |
| Double-board partition with insulation | ~40–85 |
| Suspended ceiling (flat / levelled) | ~32–55 |
| Wall lining / furring on profiles | ~28–45 |
| Attic lining (insulation + vapour barrier + boards) | ~35–70 |
| Labour only — partition wall (no materials) | ~16–24 |
| Labour only — wall lining / suspended ceiling | ~13–23 |
| Taping and skimming (if charged separately) | ~4–8 |
Industry informative schedules for larger areas (>100 m²) often land around ~36–40 €/m² for a basic single-layer partition with 5 cm insulation (ex-VAT), **53–60 €/m²** for double boarding, and ~38–46 €/m² for a flat suspended ceiling. For small jobs (under 20 m²) the price per square metre often rises because travel and setup are spread over fewer m².
Example: 20 m² partition wall
Say you are splitting a room: a wall roughly 4 m × 2.5 m = 10 m² per side, so 20 m² of boarding (one board on each side). A typical choice is a single-layer wall with mineral wool (better sound insulation).
Roughly:
- ~30–55 €/m² → ~600–1,100 € (labour + materials)
- Around the middle ~45–55 €/m² (CW 75 + wool, as in 2026 calculators) → about ~900–1,100 € ex-VAT, more with VAT
- Door opening + frame reinforcement: often +30–75 € depending on the system
- Painting: another ~3–7 €/m² if not included
A tiny job (e.g. 4–5 m² of wall plus demolition) can cost more per m² than a large project, because travel and waste removal are spread over few square metres.
What raises the price: insulation, double board, moisture
Single vs double boarding. One layer is enough for ordinary rooms. Two layers handle sound, fire and heavier fittings (cabinets, TVs) better — so the cost per m² for a double system is clearly higher.
Insulation. Mineral wool in the wall core adds roughly 4–15 €/m², but it pays off in a bedroom or kids’ room. Skipping wool only makes sense for utility spaces.
Moisture-resistant (green) boards. Use impregnated boards for bathrooms and WCs. They cost more than standard boards, but they prevent moisture problems.
Suspended ceiling. A flat ceiling is cheaper than a levelled one (when the existing soffit is uneven). LED channels, steps and niches are extras. For a standard suspended ceiling, expect about ~32–55 €/m². For a comparison with grid (Armstrong-type) and stretch ceilings, spotlight costs and a living-room example, see suspended ceiling cost per m².
Attics. Thick insulation and a vapour barrier push the dry lining cost per m² above a simple partition wall.
Labour vs materials: how to read a quote
Searches often split labour and materials. Typically:
- Labour only (profiles, boards, basic taping): about 13–24 €/m², depending on the job
- Materials (boards, profiles, wool, screws, compound): the rest of the total
- On larger projects, labour and materials often split the cost roughly half and half
If you supply materials yourself, ask which system the tradesperson uses (Knauf, Rigips, Siniat) and do not mix components from different manufacturers. Ask for a price per m² and a total for your area.
For drywall / dry lining in Zagreb, see also drywall in Zagreb. Specific pages: partition wall and lowering a ceiling. If you are fitting doors with the wall, compare costs in our article interior doors: price with installation.
What to ask before you book
Two quotes at 40 € per m² are not necessarily the same job. Ask:
- is the price with materials or labour only,
- is insulation included and at what thickness,
- single or double boarding,
- is joint skimming included and how many coats,
- how the door opening and reinforcement are priced,
- who buys materials and who removes waste,
- timeline and whether travel is included.
Ask for a written quote with m², unit price and total (with or without VAT — labelled clearly).
How to write a request so quotes are comparable
A clear request saves you calls. Include:
- what you need: partition wall, suspended ceiling, wall lining or attic,
- area in m² (length × height; for a wall, count both sides if you want a complete price),
- insulation yes/no and preferred wall thickness,
- room type (bedroom, bathroom → moisture-resistant boards),
- door opening (yes/no) and whether you will hang heavy items,
- city and floor (lift?),
- who supplies materials,
- preferred timing.
Example: “I need a partition wall ~20 m² (4×2.5 m, both sides), with mineral wool, single board, opening for an interior door. Zagreb, Trešnjevka, 3rd floor with lift. Tradesperson to supply materials. Please quote €/m² and total, VAT included. Timing in November.”
Ask every tradesperson for the same structure: €/m², what is included, VAT, timeline. Only then do you compare fairly.
Find a drywall installer on Gigron
On Gigron you post a job and local tradespeople reply with quotes. It is free and you do not have to call ten numbers. State the m², insulation and city so you get clearer answers faster.
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In short: Knauf / drywall cost per m² in Croatia in 2026 is roughly ~25–55 €/m² for a single-layer partition (with or without wool), with double and installation walls costing more. A suspended ceiling is typically ~32–55 €/m². Compare the price per square metre with a clear scope, get at least two or three quotes, and ask for the VAT-inclusive total.
Sources and method
The ranges in this article are approximate. They are based on public price lists and price overviews we checked in October 2026:
- eMajstor, drywall: drywall total €25–83/m²: single-layer wall €25–55, double €30–83, suspended ceiling €32–55, wall lining €28–43, attic €35–50/m² (updated 18 Jun 2026)
- Trebam.hr, drywall partition walls: building partition walls, labour only, €16–24/m²
- ID-Lux, drywall installation: market range €25–83/m²; labour only: lining €13–19, ceiling €14–23, partition wall €16–24/m²
Prices vary by city, condition and scope of work, and some price lists include VAT while others do not. Gigron does not set prices; you agree them directly with the tradesperson.
Prices last checked: 19 October 2026.