Sandwich Panel Prices in Jeddah — The Complete Guide
Sandwich panels are among the most requested building materials in Jeddah thanks to fast installation and excellent thermal performance. But 'what is the price per metre?' has no single answer: it shifts with panel thickness, insulation core, steel gauge, total area and site conditions. This guide breaks down each factor and gives you indicative ranges and realistic examples before you request a quote.
What is a sandwich panel?
A sandwich panel is a three-layer board: metal sheet outside, insulating core in the middle, metal sheet inside. The result is light weight with good structural strength and excellent thermal insulation.
In Jeddah it is widely used for cold and freezer rooms, warehouses, residential annexes, guard rooms and prefabricated buildings — wherever speed and lower cooling loads matter.
What determines the price per square metre
- Panel thickness: usually 5–10 cm; more thickness means better insulation and higher cost.
- Insulation core: polyurethane (PU) is the most common and efficient; rockwool costs more but is fire resistant; EPS is the cheapest.
- Steel gauge: typically 0.30–0.50 mm — heavier gauge, higher durability and price.
- Total area: larger projects earn a lower rate per metre.
- Site conditions: difficult access, height and crane requirements raise installation cost.
- Accessories: corners, doors, windows and partitions are usually priced separately.
Indicative price table (supply & install)
Approximate figures for mid-size projects in Jeddah, excluding civil works and services:
| Thickness | Core | Approx. rate |
|---|---|---|
| 5 cm | Polyurethane | SAR 110 – 150 |
| 7.5 cm | Polyurethane | SAR 140 – 190 |
| 10 cm | Polyurethane | SAR 170 – 230 |
| 5 – 10 cm | Rockwool | 20% – 30% higher |
| 5 cm | EPS | SAR 90 – 130 |
Worked cost examples
These cover panels and structure only; flooring, electrical, plumbing and refrigeration units are separate.
- Small cold room 4×5 m, 3 m high: about 74 m² of walls and ceiling — roughly SAR 11,000 – 15,000 at 7.5 cm.
- Residential annex 6×8 m, 3 m high: about 132 m² — roughly SAR 20,000 – 27,000 for the shell before finishing.
- Warehouse 20×30 m: over 900 m² — qualifies for volume pricing at the lower end of the range.
Saving money without losing quality
- Match thickness to real use: 5 cm suits guard rooms and dry storage; refrigeration needs 7.5 – 10 cm.
- Execute in one phase rather than splitting, to benefit from volume rates.
- Prepare the site and slab before the install team arrives to cut labour hours.
- Never buy steel thinner than 0.30 mm for a small saving — it deforms early and costs more to replace.
Common buying mistakes
- Comparing on price alone without checking steel gauge and core density.
- Leaving corners and accessories out of the budget — they are a real line item.
- Not requesting a written installation warranty.
- Ignoring rainwater drainage in the roof design.
Note: prices in this article are indicative and vary with specification, quantity and site conditions. For an exact figure for your project, request a free quote.
Frequently asked questions
What thickness is best for a cold room?+
Above-zero cold rooms are usually fine at 7.5 cm; freezer rooms should use 10 cm to hold temperature and reduce electricity consumption.
How long does a panel room take to install?+
A mid-size room takes 3 to 7 working days once the slab is ready, depending on area and design complexity.
Do panels suit Jeddah's hot, humid climate?+
Yes, provided you use properly galvanised and coated steel for coastal humidity, and seal joints and edges tightly against air leakage.
