Drywall sizes
Standard drywall sheets are 4 ft wide and 8, 10 or 12 ft long. Walls usually use 1/2 in, ceilings 1/2 in sag-resistant or 5/8 in, and fire-rated assemblies 5/8 in Type X.
| Thickness | Typical use | 4 × 8 sheet weight (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1/4 in (6.4 mm) | Curves and resurfacing | 38 lb |
| 3/8 in (9.5 mm) | Repairs and double layers | 45 lb |
| 1/2 in (12.7 mm) | Interior walls | 52 lb (lightweight about 40 lb) |
| 5/8 in (15.9 mm) | Ceilings, fire-rated walls, garages | 70 lb |
Weights vary by manufacturer and core type.
Questions people ask
How much area does a 4 × 8 sheet cover?
32 square feet (2.97 m²).
Related sizes
Sources and method
- ASTM C1396 gypsum board standard sizes
Imperial and metric values are converted with 1 in = 25.4 mm exactly and rounded only for display. Found a mistake? Report it and we will correct the page.