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Recent Staining reviews in North East Melbourne

Great communication, thoughtful and great job done

Re-Staining small deck

$300

Our weathered and tired looking deck has been given a new lease on life. Harmanpreet and his co-worker were very punctual, professional and efficient. Looks new again!

Clean & Stain Outdoor Decking

$500

Did an excellent job of carpet cleaning!

Carpet cleaning and stain removal 2x Bedrooms

$100

Super professional, thanks lads!

Sand and stain deck

$10

Mario did a great job. His communication, expertise and punctuality really impressed and our deck looks great. Thanks Mario!

Deck sanding and staining

$800

Anthony was absolutely wonderful, going above and beyond to get our task done. Highly recommend him for any future tasks!

Stain/paint external wooden beams

$350

What's the average cost of a staining service in North East Melbourne

$350 - $800

low

$350

median

$475

high

$800

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Average reviews for Staining Services in North East Melbourne

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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 in North East Melbourne

Remove stains from wooden floor and fix dents and holes in the walls

$250

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

15th Apr 2026

I need someone to fix some dents and holes in the walls also remove some stains and scratches from the wooden floor and shower floor

Remove stain from wooden floor and fix dents and holes in the walls

$200

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

13th Apr 2026

I need someone to fix some dents and holes in the walls also remove some stains from the wooden floor and shower floor

Put stainless steel cable ties on balcony railing to secure cat nettin

$300

Heidelberg West VIC 3081, Australia

10th Apr 2026

I have a large balcony with plastic cable ties securing cat netting, these break regularly. I have purchased 200 stainless steel cable ties, a cable tie cutter, gloves. I need someone who can put the new ties along the balcony to secure netting and also tie the metal rods on top on the railing where needed. I am in a wheelchair and cannot do my self. Require this done anytime today.

Great experience. He worked very hard even when the rain started. Highly recommended for any task,

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

Paint over water stains

$150

Rosanna VIC, Australia

10th Apr 2026

We’re selling the house soon and need to paint over these, we are going to try to fix the leak in the roof, but just need it to look better for the inspections. I am trying to find out the colour required

Prepare and restain decking area

$150

Eltham VIC, Australia

30th Mar 2026

Needing front decking area prepared and re-stained. Area as per photos.

Deck staining

$200

Epping VIC, Australia

17th Mar 2026

I have a large deck 9.8m x 4.7 metres approximately (has a spa in it) needing stained.

Stain deck

$350

Darebin VIC, Australia

16th Mar 2026

Pressure wash Light sand Stain deck Stained provided

Good job. Thanks Anthony

Re-stain Small 2x8 deck area

$300

Ivanhoe VIC 3079, Australia

11th Mar 2026

Require a small 2x8 deck area to be able pressure washed, lightly sanded and re-stained. Stain will be provided.

Anthony did the job efficiently and the deck looks great.

Stain front porch

$400

Research VIC 3095, Australia

9th Mar 2026

The porch is overdue to be re-stained

Harry is really easy to work with and did a great job.

Sand and stain my floors in Eltham

$10

Eltham North VIC, Australia

27th Feb 2026

Lounge kitchen dining, open plan area. Entrance, stairwell and landing. Sanding and staining.

Sanded and stained timber staircase

$400

Rosanna VIC 3084, Australia

23rd Feb 2026

New American oak timber staircase and handrail needs sanding and staining

Stain deck area

$250

Diamond Creek VIC 3089, Australia

22nd Feb 2026

I need stairs and balcony area restained. I can supply the stain. Just one coat, to get rid of surface scratches.

Very efficient and thorough

Repair broken decking and stain

$250

Eden Park, Victoria

18th Feb 2026

Replace broken boards in decking as seen in photo and stain front and back decking on a small home in Whittlesea.

Great work and communication

Outdoor decking staining

$850

Wollert VIC, Australia

15th Feb 2026

Outdoor decking and plant pots needs sanding and oiling and staining in merbau Colour with uv protection

Good job , very neatly done . Good in communication

Deck stain

$100

Doreen VIC 3754, Australia

15th Feb 2026

I need deck stained. In Alfresco area and front porch and steps - Due date: Flexible

John is amazing definitely recommend him.

Deck Sanding & Staining

$650

Heidelberg Heights VIC, Australia

14th Feb 2026

Hi, I live in Heidelberg Heights, and require a small rear deck to be sanded and re-stained. The deck is in good condition, however has some dark spots id like removed before a restain all over. The deck is about 3.5m x 5.5m approx. Please let me know if this suits. Cheers, James Newton

quick and easy to deal with. restored our deck well.

Deck sanding and stain/polish

$450

Preston VIC 3072, Australia

14th Feb 2026

Sand and stain polish deck and corner bench seat. Deck approx 9m x 2.75m

Sand and stain merbau

$300

Doreen VIC, Australia

11th Feb 2026

Sand and stain merbau stairs and small front decking

Anthony was easy to deal with, job was done quickly and efficiently. Highly recommend

Clean and stain deck and fence

$500

Rosanna VIC, Australia

10th Dec 2025

I need our timber decking and fence cleaned and then stained with 2 coats. Per the photos the deck has a built in bench and fence. With the perimeter fence only the outward facing side needs doing. The timber for both is Merbau decking and to be stained with Merbau stain. I can provide the cleaner and stain, or I can reimburse for the cost. I’ll move everything off the deck. Can be flexible on dates, but would love to get done before Christmas.

Anthony did a great job, very thorough and professional. Easy to work with, thanks Anthony!