Can dry lining cover uneven or damaged walls?

Dry lining is an effective way to cover uneven, cracked or unattractive walls. It creates a new flat surface without requiring every cosmetic defect in the original wall to be repaired. On walls with minor irregularities, plasterboard may be fixed with adhesive and adjusted until level. Where the wall is severely uneven, a timber or metal frame can create a straight supporting structure. The cavity can also hold insulation, cables and pipework. However, dry lining should not be used to hide structural movement, loose stonework, active damp or ongoing water penetration. These issues need to be investigated and repaired first. Once the background is stable and dry, dry lining can provide a clean surface ready for painting, wallpapering, tiling or skimming.