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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

Did an excellent job staining deck.

Deck sand and stain

$600

Lovely, genuine guy who cares about doing a good job for the customer. Thanks.

I need my deck stained / refreshed

$800

Matt was pleasant and thorough.

Need a deck stained. Equipment provided.

$123

Kynan did an excellent job high quality job and had great communication through out

Timber deck and posts stained/ oiled and small amount of painting

$600

Very reliable and great work

Falcon house touch up stain/paint outside

$2,500

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

Sand and stain outdoor deck

$500

Sydney NSW 2229, Australia

5th Sep 2026

We have an outdoor deck that has been partially damaged by the sun. The whole deck needs sanding and re-staining.

Deck restoration sand and stain 25 m2 in Boondall

$1,800

Boondall QLD 4034, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Hi, we have a deck that needs a good sand and stain. As soon as you are available. It’s 25m2

Prep and Stain Bamboo pool fence

$500

Bellbird NSW 2325, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Bamboo pool fence prepped and stained. Around 20meters all up

Replace 2 wood panels to be replaced minor, sanded 3 bed stained

$3,500

Macknade QLD 4850, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Need to have a few floor boards replaced and 3 bedroom Queenslander floors sanded and varnished. Porch sanded and stained.

Custom made pizza oven door in stainless steel

$200

Ashburton VIC 3147, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Square door - height 37 cm, width 43 cm. Needs handle. See attached photo for reference

Sand & Restain merbau deck

$500

Frenchs Forest NSW 2086, Australia

5th Sep 2026

Sand & stain 15 x 4 metre deck

Kitchen counter top scratch marks and stains removal

$20

Piara Waters WA, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Kitchen counter top has got cut marks from knife and cutting board usage as well as stains. Need to be removed

Deck Refinish 15 m² timber deck. Full sand then two coats stain

$500

Riverwood NSW 2210, Australia

4th Sep 2026

Deck Refinish 15 m² timber deck. Full sand then two coats stain

Repair damaged floorboard x2: replace, fit, stain

$350

Elwood VIC 3184, Australia

30th Aug 2026

Two floorboards are damaged and need replaced. The replacement boards don't need to perfectly match (this is coming ahead of a later renovation), but a close stain would be great.

Very positive experience with Anthony. Punctual, efficient and very helpful!

Paint Alfresco Ceiling and stain deck

$500

North Lakes QLD 4509, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Looking for someone experienced to finish off my outdoor alfresco area in North Lakes in preparation for selling the house. Alfresco ceiling * I have already completed the initial coat of white paint on the ceiling. * It does not need multiple coats, special weatherproofing or a full repainting system. * I just need one final coat plus any final touch-ups to get an even, tidy finish. * I will supply the paint. * Existing fans and lights need to be worked around/protected. Deck * Once the ceiling painting is finished, clean the timber deck, including removing any paint splashes and surface dirt. * Apply decking stain/oil to refresh the existing finish. * No major sanding or full deck restoration required. This is straightforward sale preparation. I can supply the paint, decking product, etc. as required. Hourly pay or good price for the complete job. I’ve put $500 as an initial budget. Please include your hourly rate or complete-job price and availability.

Excellent work my Andrew. Will definitely use again

Retaining wall staining

$150

North Ryde NSW 2113, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Stain a retaining wall for an outdoor yard Approx 15m x 1m - photos show the detail Stain tub provided (4L) as well as 2 microfibre brushes

Enrico did a brilliant job! He went above and beyond and really impressed us with the finished work. Thank you!

Sand and stain Merbau timber privacy fence — materials supplied

$2,200

Arncliffe NSW 2205, Australia

19th Aug 2026

Approx. 27 m long × 2.5 m high (approx. 67.5 m²), one visible side. Scope: • Thoroughly clean and prepare timber • Sand weathered/rough areas and provide an even finish • Apply two coats of supplied exterior Merbau timber stain/oil, following manufacturer instructions • Protect paving, plants, pool glass and adjacent surfaces from dust/stain • Include all labour, drop sheets, masking and cleanup etc Materials and equipment supplied including hand sander, stain and applicator. Please quote based on experience with Merbau/timber screening and advise estimated duration. Photos attached.

Solid and thorough job, easy to deal with, and flexible with the start date..

Deck and balustrading restained

$500

West Lakes SA 5021, Australia

16th Aug 2026

​Title: Timber Deck Cleaning & Restaining + Post & Rail Painting ​Description: Looking for an experienced tasker to clean and restain an outdoor timber deck and paint a short post-and-rail fence. ​I already have the stain (Cabot's range—previously used on this deck), so you won't need to supply the main finish. ​Scope of Work: ​Prep: Wash down the deck and fence area thoroughly to prepare the timber surfaces. ​Main Deck Area (2 Coats): ​Front section: Approx. 5m x 5m (plus ~500mm high fascia/edge) ​Side return: Approx. 5m x 200mm ​Access step ​Fence (2 Coats): Approx. 15 linear metres of post-and-rail fence. ​Application: Apply two coats of the provided Cabot's product to the deck, step, and post-and-rail fence, allowing adequate dry time between coats. ​Details & Requirements: ​Must bring your own pressure washer/cleaning equipment, brushes, rollers, and basic prep tools. ​Experience with timber deck maintenance and Cabot's products preferred. ​Please ensure clean lines and neat application around edges. ​Location: West Lakes Budget: $500 (Open to quotes based on scope)

Dean was a great communicator and a pleasure to work with. Kept me updated on all the steps. Definitely recommend him

Sand, stain and coat a section of wooden flooring to match colour

$750

Tempe NSW 2044, Australia

14th Aug 2026

We've recently moved into a house where one section of wooden floorboards is coloured differently to the nearby sections. We would like that section of floor restained so that it better matches the rest of the house. We know it likely won't be possibly to perfectly match the colour - that's fine, we just want the difference to be less obvious. The area measures approximately 3.5m x 3.5m. We don't know what wood the floorboards are made of, nor what stains or products have been used. The house is from around 1900. We are seeking someone to: - Sand that area of floor back, - Stain the floorboards to better match the rest of the house, and - Apply a new topcoat. We will pay for the stain and top coat - but would appreciate your expertise to choose and purchase the right products to use, particularly to best match the colour. The house is currently empty so there's no furniture etc to work around. We will have some people painting the house at the same time but will make sure they are not in your way. Work can be carried out any time between Sat 15 Aug to Thu 20 Aug. There's free street parking outside and it's usually not difficult to find a spot. We're just off Princes Highway, near Tempe and Sydenham stations. Feel free to ask any questions.

Phil did a great job with our flooring work. The job was complete within a couple of days of acceptance and we were very happy with the results.

Repaint balcony ceiling to cover water stains

$200

Marsfield NSW 2122, Australia

11th Aug 2026

I need a painter to touch up and repaint my balcony ceiling. There are a few water stain lines from an old gutter leak (gutter is already fixed). New added: Sand and apply varnish to the wooden front door. I have the varnish ready

Haroon did an amazing job on painting the ceiling and getting the door vanished, we'll def hire him again

Sand and Stain deck

$800

Randwick NSW 2031, Australia

1st Aug 2026

I need my garden deck sanding and restraining - approx 40sqm.

Great job at sanding back and staining our backyard deck!!

I need a clean hole cut into a stainless steel laundry trough

$60

Collingwood VIC 3066, Australia

31st Jul 2026

I need a clean circular hole cut into the side of this steel cupboard. I cut a rough hole in it myself to feed the washine machine hose through, but I need a cleaner hole cut in before I move out. The laundry cupboard has one of those slim stainless-steel laundry troughs with a storage cabinet underneath, next to the washing machine. The washing machine will be moved out of the apartment on Friday 7 Aug so I'd like someone to come on Saturday 8 Aug.

Nice guy, did a great job

Please replace and stain the beading

$150

Cottesloe WA 6010, Australia

15th Jul 2026

My dog chewed some of the beading they need to be replaced and stained. I’ve got some from Bunnings. You’ll need a circular saw or a diagonal cutter to cut them to sites needs to be glued and nailed in.

Great service. Thank you

Restain my front porch decking in Eltham

$150

Eltham North VIC 3095, Australia

15th Jul 2026

Restain my deck please. Feel free to ask me any questions

Anthony did a wonderful job sanding and re staining our deck on our front porch, it’s made our house look brand new again. He is very punctual and knowledgeable. Please hire him, he’s the best!

Deck sanded and stained

$250

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

1st Jul 2026

Need our back deck briefly sanded (maybe not) but stained with new polish for open home. Is 4870mm by 3000mm (approx 5m by 3m)

Well done, great optically pleasing work and quick.