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Recent Staining reviews in Canberra

Chris did a fantastic job on our deck. He was super reliable, friendly with a great attention to detail. Highly recommend

Restaining deck

$500

Extremely happy with Patrick and his partner Viktor. They came when they said they would, worked hard and efficiently. After the job, they put everything back as it was. My deck looks lovely again. Highly recommend them.

Stain deck and outdoor table & bench seats

$1,000

Mal did a great job on my much neglected outdoor BBQ cabinetry and deck. It was high pressure washed, and then the edges were hand painted and then the rest oiled. I would highly recommend!

Timber Deck and BBQ area stain

$300

Thanks Fez, hassle free and timely job

Help me remove oil stain on carpet

$10

Very good communicator and knowledgeable

Wooden deck - sand back and stain

$900

Thank you so much. Mustafa was right on time and did the job so efficiently.

Kitchen sink stuck by a stainless steel plate

$40

What's the average cost of a staining service in Canberra

$250 - $500

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$250

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$320

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$500

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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 Canberra

Ceiling painting and water stain repair – approx. 25m²

$500

Nicholls, ACT

26th Aug 2026

Roof leak has already been repaired. There are some visible water stains on the ceiling. The job includes: - Inspect and prepare the ceiling - Treat water-stained areas with stain-blocking primer as required - Paint approximately 25m² of ceiling - Minor touch-up painting where required - Minor preparation/patching if necessary - All paint, primer and standard materials included - $500 fixed price - No hidden or additional costs - Please only make an offer if you can accept the $500 fixed price and complete the job on 3 or 4 September. If you cannot accept these terms, please do not submit an offer.

Remove white stains/marks from outdoor tiles

$50

MacGregor ACT 2615, Australia

19th Aug 2026

I’m looking for someone experienced in tile/stone cleaning or restoration to remove the white marks/staining shown in the photos. The affected tiled area is approximately 42 cm × 30 cm. Please bring suitable tools/products and avoid damaging or discolouring the tiles.

Stainless Steel Welding

$200

Kambah ACT 2902, Australia

1st Aug 2026

I need to have two rod holders welded back onto my rocket launchers on my boat and the remaining holders welds reinforced, so they don’t come off in the future. Possibly also mounting a transducer bracket to the piece of stainless I have mounting the existing bracket.

Install bosch 90cm stainless steel wall mounted rangehood.

$500

Weston Creek ACT 2611, Australia

31st Jul 2026

https://www.appliancesonline.com.au/product/bosch-dwb91pr50a-90cm-canopy-rangehood/ Exhaust currently piped above inbuilt cupboard is not centered to match with new unit requirements. Extension stainless steel may be required due to raked ceiling height- will wait for your assessment to decide.

Carpet repair - replacing 20cm x 20cm of stained carpet

$125

Weston Creek ACT 2611, Australia

14th Jul 2026

We would like a stained 20x20cm patch of carpet replaced with new carpet that we will provide by somebody experienced in carpet repair.

Custom Stainless Steel Benches/Shelves for Food Truck

$300

Dickson ACT 2602, Australia

13th Jul 2026

I'm looking for an experienced fabricator in Canberra to design and install custom stainless steel benches and shelves inside my food truck. The goal is to maximize the available space and create organized storage for pots, containers, oil, ghee, and other kitchen essentials. The benches/shelves will need to be custom-made to fit the existing layout of the food truck. If you have experience with stainless steel fabrication or commercial kitchen fit-outs, I'd love to hear from you. Please let me know about your experience, availability, and provide a quote if possible. Thank you!

Fix sheesha charcoal stain on my carpet

$20

Palmerston ACT 2913, Australia

10th Jul 2026

You need to fix the stain or surface of the carpet caused by sheesha charcoal

Stain an internal door

$100

Bonner ACT, Australia

14th Jun 2026

I need a door stained. It’s a single french door with glass centre. The door is raw as supplied: Internal Solid Engineered Timber with Maple Veneer. Engineered Timber: Compressed Composite Wood

1. Fix paint mould stain, door jamb

$200

Canberra CBD ACT 2601, Australia

3rd Jun 2026

1.. Clean/paint mould stain from previous leak 2. Sand/Seal swollen door jamb at the bottom and paint

Commercial stainless sink and grease trap

$200

Fyshwick ACT, Australia

28th May 2026

Need to install commercial sink with grease trap for takeaway. Approx size 1800mm of sink Quote pls

Stained Glass Repair

$200

Aranda ACT 2614, Australia

25th May 2026

Stained glass on front door cracked

1. Regrout shower and paint mould stain, door jamb

$700

Canberra ACT, Australia

7th May 2026

1. Regrout shower and seal 2. Clean/paint mould stain from previous leak 3. Sand/Seal swollen door jamb and paint

Stainless steel fridge door restoration / polish

$100

Higgins ACT, Australia

19th Apr 2026

I have an LG stainless steel fridge with visible staining/oxidation marks from being stored outside. I’m looking for someone experienced with stainless steel restoration or metal polishing to improve the finish and even out the appearance. This is NOT a repair job — the fridge works fine. It’s cosmetic only.

Make a stainless compartment to store a 65 kg petrol generator

$500

Lawson ACT 2617, Australia

3rd Apr 2026

I am looking for a metal fabricator or experienced handyman to modify and improve the LPG gas cylinder area on my food truck. Currently the cylinders are mounted outside the truck .I need someone to build or modify a proper metal enclosure/compartment for the gas bottles and a 65 kg petrol generator to make it safer, secure and compliant for a food truck setup. Work Required • Inspect current LPG bottle setup • Build or modify metal enclosure / cabinet • Ensure proper ventilation for gas safety • Install secure mounting brackets for cylinders • Make it weatherproof and lockable if possible • May require cutting, welding and installing metal panels

Fix the stainless steel shelf

$50

Phillip ACT, Australia

14th Mar 2026

We need someone to put some screw to secure the shelf into the stainless steel bench. Easy job if you have the right tools

Fast and reliable. Will call him again

Repaint water stains 40cmX80. Silicone seal covers approx. 1 metre.

$300

Franklin ACT 2913, Australia

13th Mar 2026

Repaint water stains 40 cm by 80 cm on the ceiling. Silicone seal covers one metre on the kitchen bench. Photos attached for reference.

Clean and stain deck

$600

Campbell ACT, Australia

9th Mar 2026

We require someone to clean and stain our deck - app 45sqm

Staining a door

$60

Bonner ACT, Australia

24th Feb 2026

I have a timber maple veneer french door with glass that needs to be stained. It will require prepping, pre-stain conditioner and then staining.

Vinyl floor cleaning and polishing and removing stains

$300

Gungahlin ACT 2912, Australia

21st Feb 2026

We have a vinyl floor at work total floor area is 155sqm vinyl is wood shade with pattern in matt finish. I need it deep cleaned with a polish and stains removed

Repair water stains and repaint interior celling 80cm/120cm area

$250

Gungahlin ACT, Australia

23rd Jan 2026

We require an experienced painter or handyman to repair and repaint the lounge ceiling (area: 80cm/120cm), which has visible water stain marks from a previous moisture issue. The source of the water has been fixed, and the ceiling is now dry. The work includes surface preparation, application of a suitable stain-blocking primer, and repainting to achieve a clean, even finish matching the existing ceiling colour. Minor patching may be required. The tasker should have relevant experience and their own tools, and please note that paint and primer will be supplied by you.

He has done an excellent job of fixing the watermark and painting my lounge ceiling.