Lead-Lined Plasterboard & Plywood for Radiation Shielding

Radiation shielding boards aren’t standard building materials.
They require the right specification, correct installation, and full compliance with Radiation Protection Advisor (RPA) requirements.

Raybloc supports you from initial enquiry through to delivery and installation - ensuring your walls, floors, and ceilings are fully protected.

Step 1
Share your room type and project details.
Step 2
We assess your requirements and recommend the most suitable solution.

Step 3

Clear pricing and guidance - no obligation.

Who we support with all Radiation Shielding Needs

NHS Trusts & Private hospitals

Dental Practices

veterinary practices

Main contractors & fit-out specialists

Industrial and NDT specialist applications

Architects

Our Partners

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Lead-Lined Boards for Complete Room Shielding

Complete shielding is achieved through the full system, not just the board.
With lead battens, fillets, and edge coverage, Raybloc ensures continuity with no weak points or radiation leakage at joints.

Why Specify Raybloc Lead-Lined Boards Over Alternative Boards?

  • Proven, high-performance shielding
    Lead-lined boards provide direct, measurable attenuation of X-ray and gamma radiation, making them the most reliable solution for controlled areas where safety is critical..

  • Predictable compliance with RPA specifications
    Unlike alternative systems that rely on build-up layers or material assumptions, lead equivalence (e.g. 1–6mm Pb) gives clear, certifiable performance aligned with regulatory requirements.

  • Reduced risk of radiation leakage (shine paths)
    When installed correctly with lead-lined joints and detailing, they create a continuous barrier, minimising weak points that can occur in multi-layer or non-lead systems    .

  • Suitable for higher-energy and specialist environments
    While solutions like Knauf Safeboard can be effective for lower-energy applications, lead-lined boards remain the preferred RPA choice for both lower and higher-dose environments where greater attenuation is required    .

Frequently Asked Questions to Support Your Decision

Question 1: What lead code do I need for my room?

Lead-lined boards are specified using lead equivalence (Pb), ensuring measurable and compliant radiation protection.

Code 3 (1.32mm Pb) → Dental & low-energy environments

Code 4–5 → General X-ray rooms

Code 6–8 (up to 3.55mm Pb) → CT and higher-energy applications

Boards can also be layered where increased shielding is required.

This gives RPAs and project teams clear control over shielding performance.

Question 2: Should I use plywood or plasterboard for lead-lined boards?

The choice depends on lead thickness and structural performance:

- Lead-Lined Plasterboard

Suitable up to Code 5

Lightweight and easier to handle

Ideal for standard wall applications

- Lead-Lined Plywood

Required for Code 6–8

Structurally stronger to support higher lead loads

Used in higher-energy environments

Selecting the correct substrate ensures compliance, safety, and durability.

Question 3: How are lead-lined boards installed on site?

Standard board size: 2400mm x 600mm

Designed for safe handling and installation

Typically requires two-person handling

Suitable for: Stud walls, Block walls & Ceilings

Designed to reduce installation risk and improve site efficiency.

Question 4: Do you provide supply only or full installation?

Raybloc offers:

1. Supply-only or full installation packages

2. In-house manufacturing for consistent quality

3. Technical support from enquiry through to completion

4. Ensuring your project is delivered accurately, efficiently, and in line with specification.

Have more questions? Send us an enquiry below and we’ll help guide you.

Here’s What Our Customers Think!

We're incredibly proud of the positive impact our products have made. Here’s a look at what people are saying, with 90+ five-star reviews from satisfied customers.

Wolverson X-ray have used Raybloc products now for a number of years and we consider them to be of exceptional quality with great service backup, in addition to off-the-shelf items, Raybloc team are happy to carry out design to bespoke specifications. We have commissioned these items for many X-ray room installations, and consider Raybloc the ‘go to’ company for this product and we would highly recommend taking a look at their portfolio, you will not be disappointed.

Graham Haslam

Sales Director at Wolverson X-ray

We trawled the internet to look for a company to build us an X-ray room. How lucky were we to find Raybloc, two miles down the road! You couldn’t wish to meet a nicer bunch of people. Very professional and very helpful. A superb company to deal with.

Managing Director

NDT Midlands

Scroxton & Scroxton Ltd highly recommend the use of Raybloc's radiation shielding products, having had the pleasure of visiting Raybloc's manufacturing facility and witnessed firsthand the quality of workmanship that goes into their products, and installing them on our own projects.

Lee Scroxton

Scroxton & Scroxton Limited

I can confirm that Raybloc supplied an X-ray screen for Brentford Riverside Clinic's refurbishment. The screens were supplied on time and with the appropriate manuals and paperwork for our qualified joiners to assemble and fit on-site. In all our experience, working with Raybloc has been a positive one and we hope that this carries on into the future.

Eric Chant

Director at Mount Vets Ltd

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