How much does a plaster ceiling cost per square foot in Penang?

A basic flat plaster ceiling in Penang costs RM 3.50 to RM 6 per sqft supplied and installed, with moisture-resistant board at RM 5 to RM 7 per sqft and cement board for wet areas at RM 6 to RM 9 per sqft. Painting is usually a separate line at RM 1 to RM 2 per sqft.

How much does a designer cove ceiling with concealed lighting cost in Penang?

A designer cove or L-box ceiling with concealed lighting costs RM 8 to RM 16 per sqft of ceiling area in Penang, plus RM 8 to RM 18 per linear foot for the LED strip and dimmable driver inside the cove. Multi-level or curved designs sit at the top of that range.

How much do plaster cornices cost in Penang?

Cornices are priced per linear foot, with plain plaster profiles at RM 4 to RM 9 per linear foot and decorative or heritage profiles at RM 12 to RM 30 per linear foot installed. A typical 12 by 14 foot room has about 52 linear feet of perimeter, so a plain cornice adds RM 200 to RM 470 to that room.

Can a ceiling contractor in Penang also build partition walls?

Yes, most Penang ceiling contractors build plasterboard partition walls since it uses the same metal framing and board trade. A single-layer partition costs RM 6 to RM 9 per sqft, while a double-layer or acoustic-insulated partition runs RM 10 to RM 14 per sqft.

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Plaster Ceiling cost calculator

Plaster Ceiling in George Town, Penang typically costs RM 3.50 to RM 6.00 per square foot for a standard job.

Enter your details below for an instant RM range. Figures are sourced from our plaster ceiling cost guide and are an indicative estimate, not a quote.

Built-up area (sq ft)Finish tierCity

RM 350 to RM 600 total

Assumes 100 sq ft, standard finish, George Town pricing.

This is an indicative estimate, not a quote. Your actual price depends on scope, materials, and site conditions.

Rates reviewed 2026-07-07. Source: cost guide.

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Plaster Ceiling cost by city

City	Typical range (per sq ft)
Bukit Mertajam	RM 2.45 to RM 4.20
Butterworth	RM 2.98 to RM 5.10
Bayan Lepas	RM 3.32 to RM 5.70
George Town	RM 3.50 to RM 6.00
Tanjung Bungah	RM 4.02 to RM 6.90

Ranges shown at the standard tier. Figures for cities other than George Town are adjusted from the George Town baseline.

Plaster Ceiling cost by finish tier

Finish tier	Typical range (per sq ft)
Budget	RM 2.63 to RM 4.50
Standard	RM 3.50 to RM 6.00
Premium	RM 4.90 to RM 8.40

George Town pricing. Use the calculator above for figures adjusted to your city.

Rates editorially reviewed by Wei Han, founder of Penang Renovations, against the published cost guide, which was drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for factual accuracy against local contractor rates.

Plaster Ceiling pricing questions

How much does a plaster ceiling cost per square foot in Penang?: A basic flat plaster ceiling in Penang costs RM 3.50 to RM 6 per sqft supplied and installed, with moisture-resistant board at RM 5 to RM 7 per sqft and cement board for wet areas at RM 6 to RM 9 per sqft. Painting is usually a separate line at RM 1 to RM 2 per sqft.
How much does a designer cove ceiling with concealed lighting cost in Penang?: A designer cove or L-box ceiling with concealed lighting costs RM 8 to RM 16 per sqft of ceiling area in Penang, plus RM 8 to RM 18 per linear foot for the LED strip and dimmable driver inside the cove. Multi-level or curved designs sit at the top of that range.
How much do plaster cornices cost in Penang?: Cornices are priced per linear foot, with plain plaster profiles at RM 4 to RM 9 per linear foot and decorative or heritage profiles at RM 12 to RM 30 per linear foot installed. A typical 12 by 14 foot room has about 52 linear feet of perimeter, so a plain cornice adds RM 200 to RM 470 to that room.
Can a ceiling contractor in Penang also build partition walls?: Yes, most Penang ceiling contractors build plasterboard partition walls since it uses the same metal framing and board trade. A single-layer partition costs RM 6 to RM 9 per sqft, while a double-layer or acoustic-insulated partition runs RM 10 to RM 14 per sqft.