Basic
$1.70 – $4.02 per sq ft
25-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened with fasteners matched to the substrate
Install metal hat (furring) channel at 16-24 inch centers on masonry, framing or ceilings to receive drywall, priced per sq ft of surface.
Furring Channel in Honolulu, Hawaii typically costs $2 to $4.73 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Honolulu are 21.0% higher than the national average for furring channel.
National average: $1.69 – $4 per sq ft
$1.70 – $4.02 per sq ft
25-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened with fasteners matched to the substrate
$2 – $4.73 per sq ft
20-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center, fastened and shimmed flat
$2.50 – $5.92 per sq ft
20-gauge galvanized 7/8 in. hat channel at 16 in. on center shimmed to a flat plane, extra channel at board ends and openings
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $0.85 – $2.02 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $0.77 – $1.82 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $0.22 – $0.54 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $0.16 – $0.36 | sq ft |
Labor costs in Honolulu run proportionally higher than materials, which may favor material-heavy solutions.
Connect with local furring channel contractors in Honolulu for personalized quotes based on your specific project.