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Matt was pleasant and thorough.

Need a deck stained. Equipment provided.

$123

Super quick, easy and well done! Highly recommend

Sand back and stain balcony decking

$800

Frank did a wonderful job in sanding back and restaining our deck. He was approachable, very helpful and respectful and we are very appreciative for his assistance in going above our expectations.

Deck Facelift - Sand & Reoil/Stain

$500

Kynan did a really fantastic job. it's always hard choosing one person from a long list but we couldn't have been happier. Fast communication, easy to deal with, high quality work and attention to detail. Thanks Kynan!

Deck clean and stain

$500

Great experience! I would use him again.

Creation of a fixed stainless steel cable clothes line

$800

Very easy to deal with, great communication and did a fantastic job of bringing our worn down deck back to life!

Small deck sanding & staining (approx 6m by 1m)

$200

What's the average cost of a staining service

$200 - $690

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$690

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Why book staining services through Airtasker?

Do you find your plain brick wall a little bland and in need of a makeover? It looks like it’s time to hire a staining service to achieve that much-needed transformation! Of course, staining isn’t only for bricks. It’s also applicable for parts of your house and furniture that are made of concrete or wood. And if you're not too comfy doing it yourself, let Airtasker save you from the hassle.

Additionally, we know how time-consuming it is to DIY, and that’s why it’s more convenient to hire a staining service near you on Airtasker. Create a post on our platform, set your preferred day and time, and skilled Taskers will make you an offer.

As we all know, staining isn’t an easy job and requires attention to detail. You can use Airtasker’s transparent review and rating system to find reliable staining experts within a budget that works for you. Once you’ve chosen a Tasker, they will go to the agreed-upon location and have your property ready in no time.

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Top Staining related questions

Staining helps protect surfaces from weathering and age, especially when it comes to wooden fences and brick walls exposed to sunlight. Applying stain to furniture, walls, and floors also gives your house an upgraded look! Although painting is also a good alternative, staining lasts much longer and requires less maintenance. Staining is a meticulous and time-consuming job, so hiring an expert to do it will make life easier.

Through Airtasker, you will be able to connect with experts that can stain your furniture, wall, floor, or fence at a budget that works for you. You may also consult with your hired specialist about what type of stain and staining method works best for you. They may also give you tips on how to maintain your stained property once it’s ready for use.

The duration of the service will depend on the type of surface or furniture and the weather conditions. Staining one piece of wooden furniture can take several hours, while working on a whole house’s brick walls may take several days. It’s best to consult your hired expert, so they can give you an estimate on how long the process will take.

Your Tasker may need to wear safety equipment like goggles and gloves, especially when staining large surfaces such as walls. They may also use a sprayer, paint roller, brushes, drop cloths, and cleaning supplies. The good news is that you can ask a Tasker to bring all these. You can be as detailed as possible when posting about your staining service needs on Airtasker.

What do staining services include?

Stain can be applied on different surfaces such as wood, brick, and concrete, which means the details for each service may vary. Don’t worry; we prepared a rundown of the essential staining services you may encounter when hiring an expert on Airtasker.  

 

Staining prep 

First, a clear work area is ideal when staining. Extra furniture, potted plants, and frames must be removed. Staining your property or furniture will usually include cleaning it first. A Tasker can only proceed once the surface is completely dry for large surfaces such as concrete floors, wooden fences, and brick walls that need to be washed. If staining will take place outdoors, it’s essential to check the weather conditions.

 

Wood Staining 

When we talk of wood staining, it usually refers to fences and wooden furniture. Staining a fence gives your wood that splash of colour and protection it needs. Furniture stain may be applied to wooden cabinets, chairs, tables, bookcases, bassinets, bed frames, and doors. The wood doesn’t have to be new because restaining furniture is also possible. 

 

Good news: Airtasker can help you with your wood repair, and deck staining needs as well.

 

Brick Staining 

Whether it’s your walls, chimney, or fireplace, your home’s bricks need some care, too. The advantage of brick staining over brick painting is that stain accentuates the brick’s natural texture, and the finished product requires less maintenance. 

 

Before staining the whole surface, your hired expert may first test the swatch on a small patch of brick to ensure that they have achieved the desired colour. The colour can be lightened or darkened by adding water or pigment. 

 

Concrete Staining 

Staining can also be done on concrete floors and walls, and you can easily find concrete staining contractors near you on our platform. Much like brick staining, your hired specialist will first test the stain on a small part of concrete before applying it to the rest of the surface. 

 

After staining, your Tasker may apply a sealer to ensure that the concrete retains its seamless appearance. When the staining and sealing process is finished and your hired specialist has checked the surface, they will pack up their equipment. 

 

But if you’ve decided that staining isn’t the right fit for you, various painting services are also available on our platform. 

Recent Staining tasks

Staining a pine treated pergola

$150

Deanside VIC, Australia

25th Apr 2026

A freshly installed pergola needs protecting stain or paint. Instructions of stain/paint needed or buy yourself and be reimbursed.

Sand and stain deck

$500

Cremorne NSW, Australia

25th Apr 2026

I have a deck that I need cleaned then stained.

Plaster over monstera root wall stains

$100

Carlton VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2026

I need someone to get rid of the monstera roots that are stuck to the wall and plaster over it

Stain bamboo fence

$200

Keilor East VIC, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Wash and stain 20 metres of bamboo fencing. We have all of the supplies.

Train me to polish stainless steel

$500

Para Hills West SA, Australia

24th Apr 2026

Looking for somebody to come to my business and teach one of my employees how to polish stainless steel we have a large truck that has stainless steel fuel tanks and a bull bar and we’re looking for someone with experience polishing stainless steel that can teach our worker to polish to a high standard I would like you to provide all tools and materials to do the work after the work is completed we will buy our own tools and material

Handyman Needed – Install Stainless Shelf

$100

Prahran VIC, Australia

23rd Apr 2026

Looking for someone experienced to install a stainless steel shelf onto a custom-built wall. • Wall is timber frame with Alucobond panel on top • Shelf needs to be securely drilled and mounted • Must have own tools and experience working with this type of surface Two people will be onsite and will hold the shelf up

Staining balcony deck 3mx2m

$300

Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia

23rd Apr 2026

Small balcony deck (approx. 3m x 2m) needs full prep and staining. Scope of work: Clean deck thoroughly Light sanding / prep Apply 2 coats of deck stain All materials included Requirements: Experience with deck staining Please specify stain brand (e.g. Cabot’s, Intergrain) Include estimated duration

Decking Stairs Refresh - Cleaning, Sanding and Staining

$350

Donvale VIC, Australia

22nd Apr 2026

Task Description: Need a professional to refresh a set of external wooden stairs leading to the deck. Scope of work: High-pressure clean the stairs and handrails. Light sanding to remove rough patches and old stains. Apply 2 coats of quality decking oil/stain (I can provide the oil or we can discuss). Location: Donvale Note: Must have your own tools (Pressure washer, sander, brushes). Please show previous similar work photos. Looking to get this done ASAP for property listing.

Welding stainless steel

$150

Patterson Lakes VIC, Australia

17th Apr 2026

Weld joins for 4 strip drains on balconies.

On time and did a great job.

Timber deck sanded back ready for staining

$200

North Parramatta NSW, Australia

14th Apr 2026

I have a pine timber deck about 3m x 3.2m which needs sanding back so that I can stain it. I tried to Gerni off mould and now it’s patchy ☹️

I’m really pleased with Stefan’s work. The job was much more difficult than I anticipated. He was very pleasant and accommodating. I would definitely use his services again 👍

Apply Stainless steel wiring for my vines -

$100

Byron Bay NSW, Australia

14th Apr 2026

Apply 3 sets of stainless steel wiring on a pine fence to replicate my other ones

Super great communicator and finished promptly

Sand back and stain balcony decking

$800

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

10th Apr 2026

Sand and restain of a 10m x 5m balcony. You need to supply equipment and materials (I can get the stain if you tell me quantity needed). Price very negotiable - happy for you to tell me number of hours and hourly rate to negotiate.

Super quick, easy and well done! Highly recommend

Clean and seal/stain deck

$300

Epping NSW, Australia

7th Apr 2026

A Deck with 2 steps and 2 planter boxes

Good communication and very responsive. workmanship also very good.

Sand and do two rounds of stain/paint/oil on my 4x4m deck.

$375

Queens Park NSW, Australia

7th Apr 2026

You will need your own sander, oil/paint and materials. 4x4m wood deck. It's in good condition (as in no rotting), but needs a sand to remove some left over mould and then to oil. As we seem to have a few days of sunshine, I'd like this done ASAP. There is plenty of parking and I might be able to get you an undercover park too. There is a lift to the floor then one flight of internal stairs. An easy job but needed before Wed 15th April. Thanks

Hi even though there was a bit of a sanding issue Allan and his team sorted it all out and extremely happy with results Thanks Allan.

Deck Sand, Oil/stain

$1,200

Red Hill QLD, Australia

5th Apr 2026

Sand, fill & oil timber deck (36m²) Looking for an experienced deck sander/finisher to sand back, fill gaps/cracks where needed, and apply 2–3 coats of a high-quality oil/stain to merbau colour (e.g. Intergrain, Feast Watson, Sikkens or equivalent). Deck is ~36m², wide hardwood boards (solid Aussie timber). Please include: • Equipment (proper floor/deck sander, not handheld only) • Product you recommend/use

Nice guy very accommodating

Ceiling mould patch – clean, stain-block and paint (cosmetic only)

$200

Perth, Western Australia

30th Mar 2026

Hi, I’m looking for someone to do a cosmetic cover-up of a small mould patch on a ceiling in my apartment. This is NOT a full mould removal job — strata will be handling that later. I just need it to look clean and presentable as strata keep delaying the date of repairs. Scope of work: Clean/wipe down affected area (mould treatment spray) Apply stain-blocking primer (to prevent marks coming through) Repaint ceiling area to blend in Details: Area is small (see photos) Standard ceiling height Ideally someone with painting/handyman experience Important: This is a quick, cosmetic job only Not expecting full remediation. Timing: This week if possible. In Highgate. Budget: Looking for reasonable quotes (this should be a quick job) Thank you so much !

Emran and Faraz came to my place after work because that was the only time that suited me . They fixed mould from my ceiling . It looks really good now . They were very easy to deal with and did a great job

Clean, sand, stain and seal small deck, pergola and outdoor sauna

$650

Armadale VIC, Australia

29th Mar 2026

Hi - need someone experienced to clean, lightly sand, stain and seal the following: A. Front porch deck (approx 7m sq). B. Outdoor pergola. C. Small outdoor barrel sauna. I can provide 6 litres of decking oil (natural)but need you to bring all tools and rest of supplies needed. Thanks

Great guy. Meticulous and patient doing the job right. Highly recommend.

Deck Staining

$300

Rowville VIC 3178, Australia

20th Mar 2026

Stain our deck in the backyard and enterance

Extremely professional great job our deck looks amazing !

Re stain a small porch/deck

$250

Edithvale VIC 3196, Australia

18th Mar 2026

The porch/entry to my house is decked. It requires a restain. One edge needs to be resecured squarely. Area is less than 2.5 sq metres

I was surprised that the quote submitted did not include the actual stain required. I ended up paying more than quoted

Engineered stone benchtop bleaching stain repairs

$200

Mornington VIC 3931, Australia

17th Mar 2026

On our bathroom quartz engineered stone bench top it appears the surface has approx 6 small round white bleach stains. We would like these repaired professionally so that they are not visible.

On time, nice guy, great communication. Efficient and knowledgeable. Job completed and I am very satisfied. Would definitely engage again.