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Rudi did a good job on cable balustrade on my back deck. He came up with a good solution.

Replace/retighten ends of 3.2mm 7x7 stainless steel cable balustrade

$50

Great communication, good to deal with

Sand and stain wooden drawers

$150

Does an excellent job

Outdoor decking stripped restained.2 x 7.2x4.4m. 1 15.8x2.4m

$3,000

Kynan was easy to work with and did a great job.

Stain my deck

$250

Jay was amazing. Highly recommended Jay for hanyman jobs. He did the most amazing job with the gurney of about 100 stairs .👏👏👏

Clean and stain deck

$300

Ke Le did an excellent job, and made sure they got things done exactly as needed. Will be asking their help in future

Mount 3 wall fans + 2 stainless steel shelves to concrete wall

$200

What's the average cost of a staining service

$200 - $700

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$200

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$400

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$700

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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

Deck rejuvenation and staining

$500

Wellington Point QLD 4160, Australia

4th Oct 2026

Rejuvenation and staining of 2 x outdoor decks

Water stain in bedroom ceiling

$10

Lawnton QLD 4501, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Water stain in bedroom ceiling.

Stain floorboards darker 80m2

$2,750

Montmorency VIC 3094, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

TUESDAY 20 OCTOBER preferred - Looking for someone to stain the hardwood floors (living room, dining room, entry, hallway) to a dark brown (80 sqm). The floors are in very good condition (see pictures), just don't love the colour.

Paint/stain timber window

$200

Werribee VIC 3030, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Need to paint/stain this window (front exterior only) Quote for full job including material and labour. The current finish is Intergrain Natural Stain in colour V9 (as per builder color document) — I’d like this matched or refreshed for a clean finish that protects the timber.

Stain / Paint Glass Panel Door – Two Sides

$800

Westmead NSW 2145, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Looking for an experienced painter to stain/paint a glass panel door. Total 2 Doors : Door has glass panels Both sides need to be completed Colour to be used: Intergrain 1L Charcoal NaturalStain Timber Stain 2 coats must be applied to match with stairs and main door. Professional, neat finish around the glass panels Proper preparation/sanding before painting Painter to supply all materials, including paint, unless otherwise agreed.

Stainless still bbq

$50

Rydalmere NSW 2116, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Build a stainless steel charcoal barbecue

Wash and stain 2 deck areas

$400

Hampton VIC 3188, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Clean throughly and double stain front and rear decking Areas are 11 x 2.5 m circa rear and 11x 1.5m front m circa. Need to organise to have dog looked after for drying etc so need some notice please. Prefer btw 10-230pm over 2 consecutive days (if needed). Price to include any materials however I do have a full bottle of deck clean here.

Strip stain off two sets of bi-fold doors and sand/ apply new stain

$123

Moggill QLD, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

So I got a little too excited with the paintbrush, and stained my brand new timber bifold doors thinking that the stain would lighten as it dried, however it did not. I have since bought an excellent stain product that keeps the Timber light (see last photo for reference of the only set of bifolds that I did not ruin, which is now coated in the new light tinted stain that I purchased). I have the new stain/paint brushes, and a tin of polystrip, however as you can see in the first image, my attempts to remove the old stain have been pretty unsuccessful so far. So! I am looking for somebody who can: - remove the old stain without damaging the bifolds - lightly sand and prep - apply new light tinted stain (already purchased) Thank you!

Hang stainless steel shelves and artwork remove screws

$120

Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

27th Sep 2026

Hang 2 small stainless steel shelves, and unscrew picture screws in living room

Great work thanks! Good attention to details

Finish bookshelf/divider + stain

$100

Cranbourne North VIC 3977, Australia

26th Sep 2026

Looking for someone to finish turning an existing timber room divider into a bookshelf/display shelf. I’ve already attempted to coat/stain it and have purchased dark wood stain and a plank of timber, although I’m unsure if the timber will be enough. Would like the shelving completed and the whole unit finished/stained dark wood. Happy to purchase any additional materials needed.

Graham was great to work with! Very efficient, communicated well, and completed the job to my satisfaction. Great guy! I would definitely book him again and plan to!

Help Clean & Re-Stain My Deck

$200

Altona North VIC, Australia

23rd Sep 2026

Looking for someone to help give my deck a good clean and re-stain it with AquaDeck. A few details: • Deck needs to be cleaned/prepped and re-stained • Already have deck cleaner and 1 tin of AquaDeck (let me know if not adequate) • You’ll need to bring your own equipment/tools • I’ll attach photos so you can get an idea of the size and condition of the deck • Happy for you to quote based on the photos • If you need measurements or any extra info to provide an accurate quote, I can try to arrange this • Ideally looking for someone on 29 September however weather dependent • Will need your help to move items off the deck Please have a look at the photos and send through your quote and availability. Thanks!😊

Daniel did a great job with cleaning and re-staining deck.

Install stainless steel wall shelf onto brick wall

$50

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

22nd Sep 2026

Looking for someone to install a stainless steel wall shelf onto the brick wall pictured. Shelf, brackets and original mounting hardware/fixings are all supplied. I also have the installation instructions. It needs to be mounted securely and level on the front of the brick wall, underneath the TV, just below the power points. Please take appropriate care when drilling and ideally have a detector to check the area before drilling. Should be a fairly quick and straightforward job for someone with the correct masonry drill/tools and experience mounting into brick. Located in Prahran. Happy for you to use your own suitable masonry fixings instead of the supplied ones if you think they’ll provide a better/safer installation.

Great work 🤙 quick and quality

Prime, Stain Blocker & Paint Entire Bedroom.

$650

Hinchinbrook NSW 2168, Australia

19th Sep 2026

Looking for a painter to prime with a stain blocking base and repaint a room. Dimensions approx 2.84m by 3.59m, plus the ceiling. One wall has a window which is approx 1.795m wide by 1.47m high. Bring your own tools and products and include all labour and materials in the quote. Prefer not to remove the wall mounted AC. Wall mounted TV either needs safe removal and remount, or paint carefully around it.

Mohamed was amazing, fantastic job, very efficient and great communication! Highly recommend!

Clear deck, clean and oil stained and make it ready for summer!

$500

Coburg North VIC, Australia

18th Sep 2026

1. Clear deck of large furniture and large pots 2. Clean deck with soap and brush off debris 3. Prepare surface, sand paper if required 3. Oil stained deck. Triple coat

Great attitude and easy to work with!

Deck sand and stain

$300

Macleod VIC 3085, Australia

17th Sep 2026

Sand and stain deck, front step and outdoor steps x2

Thanks Anthony! Great work 😊

Stain block, lining condition, making even and paint. Plasterer needed

$10

Melton South VIC 3338, Australia

16th Sep 2026

Stain block, lining condition, making even and paint. Plasterer need. Pls provide your quote.

Qasim did an awesome job. Easy to communicate.

Paint over stains on ceilings in two rooms

$100

Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia

14th Sep 2026

Had a broken roof tiles so the ceilings got a bit stained, need to be sanded and painted over with white ceiling paint… also some staining in one room from kids squishy toys doing time on ceiling too.

Joey was amazing - really good communication and did a wonderful job. I am very pleased and would have no hesitation in recommending him to anyone. Will definitely use him again as there are always some kind of painting jobs to be done around my house.

Remove water stain

$180

Malvern VIC 3144, Australia

13th Sep 2026

Remove/treat water stains on ceiling and touch up/repaint affected areas. Please advise if stain-blocking primer is required. High ceiling will need ladder

Great work, great job! Thanhs guys

Deck sand and stain

$700

Mapleton QLD, Australia

13th Sep 2026

I need my deck sanding and staining. I have the stain etc. I started the job but have hurt my back. Its a Pine deck

Ash is absolutely great, did a fantastic job on our deck. Great to deal with too, he went above and beyond. Thank You!

Restain of an outdoor deck

$350

Bentleigh East VIC 3165, Australia

12th Sep 2026

I’d like to have my exterior deck (possibly sanded &) re-stained. Dimensions are 3.15m x 4.85m

Very prompt & great quality work. Highly recommended. Would happily book again!