
Our Commercial Portfolio

Commercial drylining is what we do best.
With over 30 years of combined industry experience, our business is built on strong foundations: repeat clients, trusted partnerships, and a reputation for delivering high-quality results across a wide range of commercial environments.
From large-scale developments to bespoke office interiors and retail fit-outs, we provide drylining solutions that are efficient, reliable, and tailored to your project needs.
Take a look at some of our recent work and see the difference for yourself.

A-Safe: Phase 1
A-Safe: Phase 2
A-Safe: Phase 3
Location: Derby
Project Type: 55 Studio Student accommodation
Project Brief
The project involved the construction of 55 studio student accommodations. Our responsibilities included Ceiling and partition works with a skim finish.

Deliveroo Bristol
Location: Long Eaton 
Project Type: Bank conversation to 8 apartments.
Project Brief
AR Drylining LTD worked with our repeat on a project involving the conversion of a bank into 8 apartments. Our project brief included installing partitions, MF ceilings, and completing plastering for the project.

Remtek
Location: Market Street, Manchester
Project Type: Shopfit
Project Brief
We designed and installed partitions for functional spaces, applied wall liners for smooth and durable surfaces, constructed bulkheads and columns for structural support and design. We installed grid ceilings for acoustic performance and maintenance access, and completed tape and jointing on all plasterboard for a seamless finish.
We aimed to deliver high-quality interior construction solutions that enhanced the functionality and aesthetic appeal of EE’s Market Street location, aligning with their brand standards. Our meticulous planning and execution ensured a flawless finish, reinforcing our commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.
All work complied with health & safety regulations. We had regular meetings to ensure alignment with the client's vision & addressed any concerns promptly. We were eager to deliver a project reflecting our dedication to quality and collabaration
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Riverside Medical, Barnsley
Location: Barnsley
Project Type: Office & Workshop Space Enhancement Project
Project Brief
AR Drylining undertook an industrial project in Barnsley, where the client transformed their unit by installing a mezzanine floor to create additional office and workshop space. Our responsibilities included constructing jumbo walls to define new areas, installing wall liners for improved insulation and soundproofing, and creating bulkheads and boxings to conceal structural elements and services. We also set up free-standing partitions to offer flexible space division, installed MF ceilings for a seamless look, and grid ceilings for practical and aesthetic purposes. Additionally, we handled all the plastering work to ensure a smooth and professional finish throughout the space, meeting the client's specifications and quality standards.

EE Birmingham - Bullring
Location: Bullring, Birmingham
Project Type : Shopfit
Project Brief
AR Drylining proudly delivered the EE Birmingham Bullring project, showcasing precision and quality. The package featured a robust Jumbo firewall to define the BOH area, expertly crafted stud walls to create functional staff spaces, sleek wall linings throughout, and perfectly installed grid ceilings. To complete the transformation, a stylish store front bulkhead was added to discreetly conceal the shutter, achieving a flawless finish.

Sephora - Bullring
Location: Bullring, Birmingham
Project Type: Shopfit
Project Brief
Sephora, part of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, this project showcases our commitment to high-quality craftsmanship for leading global brands. The scope included all internal walls and wall liners featuring tight radius curves, along with light troughs running throughout the entire perimeter and around the columns. MF and grid ceilings were also incorporated, with the Beauty Hub taking center stage. Its stunning layered ceiling feature proudly sits in the middle of the shop, making a bold statement in this high-profile retail space.

Hull Industrial Unit Upgrade
Location: Hull 
Project Type: Industrial Unit Refurbishment
Project Brief
This project involved upgrading an industrial unit in Hull for a repeat client. The work featured a telescopic head deflection system to accommodate significant roof movement above the jumbo walls. We installed fire-rated boxings, wall liners throughout, office partitions, and MF ceilings with a tape and joint finish. Grid ceilings were also installed across the entire space, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics.

Elland Phase 1 - Warehouse & Office Space Partitioning
Location: Elland, UK 
Project Type: Commercial Interior Fit-Out and Partitioning
Project Brief
This project marks the first phase of a three-phase plan to transform a large unit in Elland for our repeat client. The aim is to create distinct areas, including warehouses, offices, meeting rooms, and welfare facilities. The work involves installing jumbo walls for area separation, applying wall liners for better insulation and acoustics, and compartmentalising stair cores to meet safety and regulatory standards. Additionally, boxings will be installed around structural elements and services, and Metal Frame (MF) ceilings will be installed to define different spaces, with tape and joint finishing ensuring a seamless appearance.
The project will deliver fully compartmentalised warehouse, working, meeting, and welfare spaces, enhancing safety and functionality through strategic partitioning. High-quality wall and ceiling finishes will meet client specifications and regulatory standards. This foundational phase will ensure the space is functional, safe, and visually appealing, aligning with the client's vision and requirements.
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EE Norwich
Location: Norwich
Project Type: Shopfit
Project Brief
The EE Norwich project involved creating a BOH area with a Jumbo firewall, defining staff spaces using stud walls, and installing wall linings throughout. Grid ceilings were added, along with a storefront bulkhead to hide the shutter, resulting in a functional and polished finish.

Elland Phase 8 - Warehouse & Office Space Partitioning
Location: Elland, UK 
Project Type: Commercial Interior Fit-Out and Partitioning
Project Brief
Elland Phase 8 is progressing rapidly, with significant advancements achieved within just six weeks on-site, allowing decorating to commence in some areas ahead of schedule. AR Drylining is tasked with delivering all internal walls and liners, MF and grid ceilings, bulkheads and columns, plastering (including tape & jointing), and decorating for this project. Our efficient approach and commitment to quality ensure we meet deadlines while maintaining exceptional standards across all aspects of the fit-out.
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Micklegate
Location: Mickelgate, York
Project Type: Hotel Development
Project Brief
Located on the historic street of Micklegate, just inside York’s city walls, this AR flagship project of the year is a standout endeavor. Tasked by Oculis Construction, we are delivering all partitions, SFS, MF & grid ceilings, tape & joint finishes, firestopping, decorating, and intricate features such as blind boxes, boxings, columns, and vaulted ceilings. Despite the fast-paced nature of this project, our team’s dedication has driven remarkable progress as 2024 approaches. We’re proud to work alongside our valued client and grateful for the trust placed in us to bring this exceptional project to life.

Deliveroo, Bristol
Location: Bristol
Project Type: Commercial
Project Brief
Old Commercial unit transformed into a 16 kitchen hub - Kitchens, Dispatch area, Pot wash, staff areas - ceiling and partition works MF and lay in grid - jumbo walls.
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Remtek
Location: ...
Project Type: Commercial
Project Brief
Remtek are one of the country’s leading DSA providers who have helped thousands of students with their assistive technology needs whilst in education. They are based in Salford and due to business growth, they required a larger premises where they could service all their client’s needs under one roof. With many aspects to the business, they required a building that could accommodate all their office space needs but also provide space for all the storage and maintenance of all the equipment they offer.- AR tasked with all ceilings, partitions, tape and joint and decoration.

Jumbo, Sheffield
Location: Sheffield
Project Type: Commercial
Project Brief
This humongous commercial unit which was formerly a car repair centre was split by the landlord into 2 still very sizeable units – AR was tasked with installing this huge jumbo wall with hundreds of meters of fire encasement boxings and umbrella fire detail to the head – this wall is an example of how big and powerful stud wall can be. Tape and joint finish throughout. One of these units went on to become the Sheffield climbing hanger and the other a retail store.
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Riverside Medical, Derby
Location: Derby
Project Type: Commercial
Project Brief
Riverside Medical provide packaging consumables, equipment, and standalone services to the medical sector. Based in Derby, and due to expansion, they needed an additional warehouse to accommodate the distribution arm of their business. After locating a brand-new industrial unit, we were tasked with helping fit out the space. AR undertook all ceiling, partitions, tape joints, and decoration works to help deliver this stunning project.

Wolf Laundry, Yorkshire
Location: Yorkshire
Project Type: Commercial
Project Brief
Commercial unit upgrade for an upscaling local business for a new office and workspace. Wolf Laundry are Leading Commercial Laundry Equipment specialists, with over 30 years in the industry. The design focused on the merging of two Yorkshire offices into a new purpose-built headquarters for Wolf Laundry’s growing team. The brief was centred on the importance of wellbeing within the workplace, and creating spaces for staff to enjoy and feel comfortable. An open plan workspace with breakout, areas for 1-1 discussions and a formal meeting space, along with dedicated private working spaces. AR was responsible for all ceiling and partitions including jumbo fire wall to the new mezzanine edge and stair core encasement. Grid ceilings throughout and office partitions.
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Stonegate
Location: ...
Project Type: Commercial
Project Brief
This huge commercial unit was split into 3 sections to create office space, workspace for manufacturing and racking / storage of all manufactured products – AR was tasked with all ceiling and partition works with tape and joint finish throughout. X2 large jumbo walls to create the above mentioned 3 separate areas with a telescopic deflection head detail which allows the property's roof to move both up and down significantly without affecting the wall. Multiple new office spaces, fire curtain works to the ceiling void to meet modern regulations and hundreds of m2 of new lay in grid ceiling. A feature raft to the main entrance area and a feature MF ceiling to the board room.

Swadlincote
Location: ...
Project Type: Commercial
Project Brief
Commercial unit gets new workshop and office space, AR tasked with all ceilings, partitions, tape joints, and decoration works.
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