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Recent Staining reviews
Great communication, good to deal with
Sand and stain wooden drawers
$150
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
Does an excellent job
Outdoor decking stripped restained.2 x 7.2x4.4m. 1 15.8x2.4m
$3,000
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
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
Kynan was easy to work with and did a great job.
Stain my deck
$250
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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.
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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.
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
Clean and stain timber deck and stairs
$1,500
Avalon Beach NSW 2107, Australia
17th Oct 2026
2 decks One is 9x4mtr with 2.5 metre wide 8 tread staircase one is 13x1.5 metre with 2 x 1.5 metre wide staircases 8 tread Staircases are pine deck is hardwood Need thorough clean and prepare apply deck oil and stairs Raised nails - will likely need hand sand previous oil used had paint tint needs clean and likely light sand without damaging nails
Clean / re-stain timber deck and storage unit.
$750
Illawong NSW 2234, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Clean and re-stain timber deck under gazebo. Clean, re-stain timber storage unit and replace wheels.
Restore wooden floor section (sand/stain/repair squeaks)
$10
Coburg VIC 3058, Australia
17th Oct 2026
To restore floor in Kitchen with minimal disruption and repair squeaks in the floor. Patch One: 1740 mm x 390mm Patch Two: 640 mm x 390 mm ( by microwave)
Metal Fabricator - Wrap Existing Aluminium Frame in Stainless Steel
$1,000
Fortitude Valley QLD 4006, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Looking for an experienced metal/stainless-steel fabricator to measure, fabricate and install a custom folded brushed stainless-steel surround over an existing aluminium shopfront window frame. The existing glazing and aluminium frame are to remain in place. The new stainless-steel surround will fit neatly over the existing frame to give it a high-end architectural finish. Approximate specifications: - Existing frame: 2400 mm wide × 2600 mm high - New surround face width: approx. 100 mm - Projection/apparent thickness from wall: approx. 10 mm - Material: brushed stainless steel - Exposed outer edges to have a soft pencil-rounded finish - Corners to be cleanly mitred - Fixings to be concealed wherever possible - Consistent brushed grain direction and premium finish - Fabricator to recommend appropriate stainless-steel grade, sheet thickness/gauge and fixing method - Site measure required before fabrication - Supply, fabrication and installation required The attached image shows the existing frame on the left and the intended finished appearance on the right, including a detail of the required corner/edge finish. This is a visible shopfront feature, so quality of fabrication, mitres and finishing is important. Please only quote if you have experience with architectural stainless-steel fabrication. Please include supply of all materials, fabrication, delivery and installation
Clean, sand and re-stain timber decks (front entry + alfresco)
$500
Marsden Park NSW, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Note: this is a re-stain, not a paint job. I want a penetrating deck stain or oil that shows the timber grain, not a solid paint coating. Hi, I'm looking for an experienced deck finisher to restore two timber decks at my home in [suburb]. Areas: • Front entry/porch deck: about 3.94m deep x 4.6m, with a picture-frame border and a step edge • Alfresco deck: about 4.3 x 5.9m Current condition: The decks have a dark brown finish that has worn and faded in high-traffic areas, and some boards are weathered. Photos attached. Scope I'm after: • Clean the decks properly (deck cleaner or pressure wash) • Sand back to an even surface • Apply 2–3 coats of a quality exterior decking oil or stain in a [dark brown / similar colour to current] finish • Protect the surrounding walls, door threshold and rendered planters • Leave the site clean Please include in your offer: • Whether your price includes materials, and which product you'd use • Whether you recommend 2 or 3 coats and why, and how long the job will take, including drying time • Photos of similar deck jobs you've done • Any repairs you notice are needed, such as loose or damaged boards Timing: Flexible, ideally within 2–3 weeks, weather permitting.
Prepare and Oil/Stain Timber Pool Deck (approx. 25m²) – Labour Only
$500
Birkdale QLD 4159, Australia
17th Oct 2026
Task Description: Looking for someone to prepare and apply 2 coats of exterior paint/oil to a timber pool deck. I will thoroughly high-pressure the deck of all debris beforehand. The timber will be completely dry and ready. Job Details & Scope: • Total Deck Area: Around 25m² next to the swimming pool. • Required Work: Prepare (chemical deck cleaner/brightener and scrub the timber to prep it if nedded) and apply 2 coats of exterior timber coating evenly across the deck. • Materials: This is a labour-only quote. I will supply the premium paint/coating/chemicals etc myself. Please let me know if I also need to buy other stuff you need. Please provide quote with what is included and not. Thanks!
Blind fix, fly screen, stain on carpet
$100
Carlingford NSW 2118, Australia
16th Oct 2026
I have a purple stain on carpet, a blind that has fallen down and a flyscreen that is out of place. Need this fixed asap for sale of property. Same as a bathroom drawer needing fixing
Install Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Wire Trellis onto Hebel Wall
$200
Marsden Park NSW 2765, Australia
16th Oct 2026
I need an experienced handyman or trade professional to install a wire trellis system onto an exterior Hebel wall for two heavy climbing roses. Because this is a Hebel wall, you MUST have experience drilling into Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC). You will need to bring a standard drill with a metal/HSS bit and strictly use rotation-only mode (NO hammer action) so the Hebel panels do not blow out or crack. The Job Involves: • Mapping out a vertical/horizontal grid (approx. 4-5 horizontal wire lines spaced 40-50cm apart). • Keeping drill holes safely away from external corners and panel joints. • Cleaning out the holes, sealing them against moisture, and installing heavy-duty Hebel-specific nylon wall anchors (e.g., Ramset RamPlugs). • Running 2mm-3mm stainless steel wire cables and tensioning them with turnbuckles. The installation area will be about 1.8 to 2.4 metres high and 2.4 to 3.6 metres wide. Please include the cost of heavy-duty Hebel plugs, stainless steel vine eyes, turnbuckles + wire in your offer. Must have your own tools, HSS drill bits, and specific experience working with Hebel walls please. Flexible with date/time
Mount 2 stainless steel wall shelves
$100
Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia
9th Oct 2026
Looking for someone experienced with wall mounting to securely install 2 stainless steel shelves above my coffee station. I’ll attach a photo of the actual unit/coffee machine and a render showing roughly how I want the shelves positioned. The shelves need to be: * centred properly on the wall * level and securely mounted * with the lower shelf around 2–4 inches above the top of the coffee machine * evenly spaced above each other Please note the shelves look slightly off-centre in the render, but I want them properly centred to the wall in real life. Would prefer someone with experience mounting shelves and checking wall type/fixings to make sure they’re secure.
Brian did a great job mounting the shelves. He was friendly, professional and clearly knew what he was doing. He took the time to make sure everything was level, centred and securely fixed, and the finished result looks exactly how I wanted. Really happy with the work and would definitely recommend him!
Welder to attach brackets to stainless steel and weld to bench/wall
$200
Penrith NSW 2750, Australia
7th Oct 2026
3 appliances to be welded with brackets to stainless steel in food trailer
Excellent work thanks
Patio wooden decks sanding and staining
$400
Mount Ommaney QLD, Australia
6th Oct 2026
Patio decks need refinishing and staining to get them back looking great. I just want a good diy job as I am incredibly time poor. Not wanting to pay for a professional job.
Michael has done a great job with our patio decks. Michael was very friendly and easy to deal with, worked hard and got the job done well and efficiently. Happy to recommend.
Re-patch stained carpet
$150
Preston VIC 3072, Australia
5th Oct 2026
I have a stained carpet in one of the bedrooms that's needing a re-patch. Unfortunately, I don't have the offcuts, I'm not sure if you can take one from closets etc. Alternatively, I can have you source it. We can work on the price including sourcing.
Excellent work, carpet patching looks real good, like nothing happened, stain gone! Thanks Ayaz.
Sand and stain
$10
Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia
4th Oct 2026
I need the decking and around the edges of the pond to be sand and stain please. Please quote me. It needs to be on Wednesday
Good block. Very honest
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!
Johnny was an excellent tradesman with a good eye for detail, great communication, and punctuality. Would recommend him for any of your renovation needs
Restain deck
$400
Little River VIC 3211, Australia
28th Sep 2026
Deck and stairs need a clean and restain in the colour Merbau. Products need to be provided please
Could not be more happy with the excellent work done
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!






