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Recent Staining reviews in East Melbourne
William did a fantastic job. Super organised and easy to communicate with. High quality work and attention to detail. I would highly recommend him and will definitely use him again if we have anything round the house.
Pressure clean, sand and stain deck and steps
$300
Feda did an outstanding job renewing our deck. His communication and workmanship was excellent. Would not hesitate to recommend his services.
Sand and Stain Deck (including supply of materials)
$500
The verandah looks great!
Sand and stain timber verandah. 160x500cms
$400
This is a professional crew. The sanding stage was done with a great deal of detail. The staining was smoothly applied and edging was outstanding. Communication was clear and polite. Thanks.
TIMBER DECK SANDING & STAINING 80SQM
$2,000
Kon did a great job in replacing the glass in my internal doors. Great communication and very quickly done.
Replace glass in internal stained-glass door
$100
David did a great job on some internal doors that needed to be sanded back and re-stained from my dogs scratches. I would be happy to use him again.
Sand and re-stain internal wooden/stained glass doors
$150
What's the average cost of a staining service in East Melbourne
$299 - $650
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$299
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$500
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$650
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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. Â
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Staining prepÂ
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.
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Wood StainingÂ
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.Â
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Good news: Airtasker can help you with your wood repair, and deck staining needs as well.
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Brick StainingÂ
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.Â
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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.Â
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Concrete StainingÂ
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.Â
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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.Â
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But if you’ve decided that staining isn’t the right fit for you, various painting services are also available on our platform.Â
Recent Staining tasks in East Melbourne
Sand back flooring ~ 90 m2 and restain
$1,000
Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia
20th Jul 2026
Sand and polish ~90m² Victorian Ash floors, 3 coats satin (attached), and rubbish removal. Please quote.
Water stain on ceiling
$50
Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia
17th Jul 2026
Water stain on ceiling. Could you provide a quote on the onsite inspection ?
Sand, polish, light stain floorboards
$1,800
Mont Albert VIC 3127, Australia
15th Jul 2026
We have recently ripped up carpet. We want to sand and polish the bare floorboards in living area and hallway, with a subtle, natural stain to match other areas of house. Approx 20sqm. We also want to discuss re-polishing the small kitchen area too. Please note: - please bring all materials and clean up dust before polishing - needs minimum 3 coats of water-based polyurethane (including primer) - no stairs, easy access
Sand, polish, light stain of floorboards
$1,800
Mont Albert VIC 3127, Australia
15th Jul 2026
We have recently ripped up carpet. We want to sand and polish the bare floorboards in living area and hallway, with a subtle, natural stain to match other areas of house. Approx 20sqm. We also want to discuss re-polishing the small kitchen area too. Please note: - please bring all materials and clean up dust before polishing - needs minimum 3 coats of water-based polyurethane (including primer) - no stairs, easy access
Replace 3-5 decking planks + match cosmetics + oil stain
$300
Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia
12th Jul 2026
3-5 planks replacement on the decking, oil stain + make good
Build multi-level stainless steel bench
$2,500
Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia
1st Jul 2026
We want to build a custom multi-level stainless steel bench at a specific size to make the most of an available space inside our shop. Dimensions of the bench are attached in the image. It includes shelves of enclosed drawers and 4 other open shelves.
Cut small stainless steel bench and add splashback on another bench
$250
Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia
15th Jun 2026
1. Cut one of our stainless steel benches approx. 5-10cm so it fits inbetween our appliance and another bench. 2. Add a splashback on an existing bench (approx. 1.8m) I've attached images for reference.
Helped install a splashback and cut a stainless steel bench
Deck Clear Coat Staining
$150
Camberwell VIC, Australia
3rd Jun 2026
We have recently got a deck built on our side yard. We will buy the stain from Bunnings. We require someone to apply the stain for us. The area for decking is roughly 2.37 m x 1.05 m. 2.37 being the longest edge.
Paul was very helpful in completing our deck staining.
Install stainless steel sheet on top of my countertop
$400
Kew VIC 3101, Australia
25th May 2026
Hi, I’m looking for an experienced handyman/stainless steel installer to supply and install a stainless steel sheet on top of my existing countertop. Bench size is 3230mm (L) x 601mm (W). Stainless steel needs to be cut to size and installed neatly with a clean professional and folded edges. There’re 2 be cut-outs required for power point/plug opening (can confirm onsite). Need Up-stand/back splash (like 50–100mm up the wall) Please quote including supply + labour.
Sand and stain timber balustrade for external stairs
$800
Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
6th Apr 2026
18 month old external stairs. Timber balustrade and timber handrail require sanding and re-staining. Main set of stairs going up 1 storey (see photos) plus a second small 3 step stairs outside laundry. The main set of stairs face the sun and timber sustained a lot more wear and tear. The steps are made of steel, so the job is only for the balustrade and handrail. Please see photos.
Top handyman, helped us greatly with our timber stairs
Sand and Stain Deck
$250
Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia
3rd Apr 2026
Sand and Stain Deck about 4.5 m by 5.5 m plus a corner about 2 m by 3.5 m Some nails popped up - please replace with screws Sand and Stain outdoor furniture Fix outdoor staircase as shown
Wood staining of ceiling
$50
Kew VIC, Australia
29th Mar 2026
Initial consultation to review the ceiling and determine if anything can be done to lighten the wood and remove the orange tones. Price would then be agreed on. Ceiling is slanted, height is approx 2.5m at lowest and 5m at highest point
Restain two-tone front door
$300
Ashburton VIC, Australia
21st Mar 2026
Our large William Russell front door (1200x2340mm) needs light sanding and restaining due to UV damage from western sun. The difficulty is it’s two tone vic ash and jarrah veneer, so it requires careful application. The part on right should ideally match the frame colour and the left should only get a non yellowing clearcoat. The indoor side is a much closer match to frame but also browned over time. Prefer someone who has done a door like this before.
Floor board repair- Remove stains, and fix scratches
$400
Templestowe VIC 3106, Australia
12th Mar 2026
Remove stains that are embedded in floor boards and fix furniture scratches
Sand and stain timber deck
$500
Blackburn South VIC, Australia
12th Mar 2026
Timber decking requiring surface preparation and staining or oiling. Approximately 32 m².
Professional, experienced and good attention to detail.
Remove stain on wooden floor
$250
Doncaster East VIC 3109, Australia
15th Feb 2026
The wooden floor was stained by unknown ink and need to remove it. Also, so rubbing marking need to be fixed
Sanding and reStaining timber sliding doors
$350
Kew VIC, Australia
7th Feb 2026
We have a double sliding (timber) door that needs to be sanding and restaining.
Office Floor Treatment - Concrete Grind, Stain and Seal
$4,000
Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
5th Feb 2026
Looking for an experienced concreter to grind, stain, and seal approximately 35sqm of existing concrete flooring in one room. Scope of work: - Grind existing concrete surface. - Apply concrete stain (colour to be discussed). - Seal with a basic satin finish. If possible, install a transition strip to neatly separate the concrete area from the adjoining carpeted section. Additional details: Indoor job. Access is straightforward. Must supply own tools and materials (unless otherwise discussed). Previous experience with decorative concrete preferred — photos of past work welcome. Timing: Ideally completed by 26th February, but happy to negotiate the date for the right person :) Attached are photos of the room - the carpet will be removed and room cleared out before the job begins to ensure there is enough space to work :) Please include your experience, availability, and a rough quote when applying. Thanks so much!
Strip, Sand, Stain Deck
$4,000
Blackburn North VIC, Australia
29th Jan 2026
Area 1 DECK Strip, sand, stain main deck including 130mm side panel Approx 35sqm DECK STAIRS Strip, sand, stain stairs - 8 stairs, approx 2sqm including 100mm up stand DECK POSTS Japanese maple stain Strip, filler, sand, fill screw holes on stringers, stain 2.5m x 110 x 110 - 2 posts 1.5m x 110 x 120 - 1 post 3m x 130 x 130 - 1 post Japanese maple stair stringer fascia 2m x 270m Area 2 Back stairs landing - strip, sand, stain ~ approx 1.2sqm including 130mm side panels Stairs - strip, sand, paint in black ~ 5.5sqm 900 x 380 stairs x 25 Stair stringer fascia sand, fill screw holes, paint black Timber balustrade sand, fill screw holes, paint black Work to include: Full strip and sanding of existing coatings on deck boards, stairs, balustrades and posts; prime bare timber; fill screw holes properly; apply quality exterior stain/oil on deck boards; apply durable exterior coating on stairs and balustrade; supply all materials; tidy up.
Absolutely sensational work by Warren! Would recommend to everyone and already have for friends. Punctual, meticulous, and cares about his work. I cannot express how happy we are with the work!
Sand and stain floor boards
$500
Doncaster East VIC, Australia
21st Jan 2026
Sand and stain floorboards






