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Iris is a wonderful talker - very hard working and has a proficient skill set

Paint removal corrugated garage

$300

Incredible work, couldn’t be happier. Highly recommended

Peeling paint stripped from concrete

$1,000

Mathew was amazing! Great help for the team. Will engage again.

Paint stripping in cherry picker

$45

Wilson is a knowledgeable person and able to complete the task with almost perfection. Gave lots of tips to manage the floor . Will definitely call him Again.

Remove paint stains - on vinyl floor

$75

Timothy communicated well and completed the task within our “Common Property” in the worst of weather. Thanks Tim.

Paint removal

$750

Daniela was fantastic! Incredibly hard working and did exactly what I was after. She saved me a lot of time and pain. I will definitely use Daniela again.

Strip paint off brick wall.

$150

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Why book a paint stripping service through Airtasker?

For reliable paint stripping near you, look no further than Airtasker! Your furniture, walls, and fireplaces will fade sooner or later, but all they need is a quick restoration to extend their life and function. When the time comes, it's essential to have their paint stripped back first to the original condition before repainting or repurposing them.

Booking a paint removal service through our platform gives you optimum convenience. With just one post, you can get an expert to go to your location for a professional paint stripping service as soon as the need arises. For your peace of mind, you can keep an eye on the progress and get involved with the actual stripping process as much as you like!

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You can, especially if you have them ready and on-hand. Otherwise, your paint stripper can bring the necessary tools needed for your paint stripping service. They'll most likely need a putty knife, paint scraper, and wire brush. A good sander material like a power disk sander or a manual sanding block is also required to smoothen and prepare the surface for repainting. For additional materials like a paint stripper treatment, you can ask your paint stripper to pick them up from the nearest hardware store.

Skipping a paint stripping compromises your restoration project. It causes inconsistent and uneven finishes, as well as early flaking and cracking, leading to costly maintenance and repairs. More than just removing the old pains, paint stripping also helps eliminate dust and grease, prolonging the life of your furniture, walls, or fireplaces. It also removes traces of unsafe lead-based paint in your home, which can compromise you and your family's health.

It depends on the type of paint stripper and the structure of your furniture, fixtures, or walls. Some paint removals only take a few minutes before they fully adhere to the surface, while some take longer to dry. Some paint strippers may have to work longer, about two to three more days, to completely clean and scrape, dry, and smoothen your interior pieces. For a more accurate estimation, feel free to coordinate with your Tasker.

There are two basic types of paint strippers: solvent-based strippers which are gentler, and caustic strippers which are more heavy-duty. The former removes paint by releasing the bond of water and oil-based paint from the surface, ideal for sensitive furniture and fixtures. Meanwhile, the latter breaks down the chemicals of the old overlay, which is more effective if you have multiple and thicker layers of paint. Heat guns are also used as an alternative.

Paint stripping isn't something you should DIY. Some paints can be very hazardous, so it's best to leave this task with the pros instead. They know their way around the safest approach to almost any type of paint. Expert paint strippers can also suggest great alternatives to make the job easier and more economical so that you won't have to worry about overspending.

Typically, it shouldn't take too long before you can repaint a stripped surface. You only need to make sure that your furniture or fixtures have fully cleared and dried out with no underlying moisture. It's also essential to remove any dirt or grease if you want to avoid paint failure. For best results, you can check the instructions provided by the manufacturer. You can also directly consult your Tasker and get recommendations from them.

What do paint stripping services include?

Paint stripping is a vital part of any refurbishment project, whether you're redoing your bathroom, remodelling your kitchen, or renovating your entire property.

Depending on your preference, your home paint stripper can remove the old paint and finish from a particular surface using a variety of treatments such as solvents, gel-, or paste-based strippers. They can also utilise different techniques as they see fit like scraping, wire brushing, or door dripping.

Here are some common paint stripping services you can get and the inclusions of each:

Wood stripping

Wood stripping is done in three different ways: thermal blasting, chemical stripping, or sandblasting. Whatever your preference, your wood stripping expert always starts by disassembling the pieces to be stripped. 

When scrapping your old paint, they work in sections and get deeper into the tiny groves to make sure that they don't miss any areas. They also apply a second coat in case there are any stubborn areas. Then, they complete your wood stripping service by wiping or brushing away the residue and finally sanding the wood.

It's essential to check your furniture and fixtures after the stripping process. If there are any dents, damages, or any inconsistencies, it's best to get someone to repair your wooden furnishings right away. The purpose is to steer away from any potential problems or early degradations after refurbishing them.

Door paint stripping

Are you thinking of updating your dull-looking door or restoring its original appearance? The ideal way to kick off your project is to strip off its old paint and finish. One of the easiest, most practical ways to do this is through door dipping.

After dismantling or removing the doors from its interior structure, your Tasker can bring it to the nearest door dipping workshop, where they are submerged into a chemical or caustic-based solution to remove the old paint. When the doors are returned to your place, a paint stripper then cleans and hand-strips stubborn stains, and also helps with sanding to achieve a smooth, visually appealing finish.

Fireplace stripping

While most fireplaces tend to develop heavy and unsightly rust spots over time, it doesn't necessarily mean that you should replace it entirely. If your fireplace is still fully functioning and structurally stable, then all it needs is a little stripping and recoating. 

Your Tasker can use the safest paint stripper that won't cause any damage or crack on the frame material. For antiques and fragile fireplaces, they might go for solvent stripping since the process is more gentle than caustic and chemical stripping.

The former stripping process is preferable on durable fireplaces with thicker paints. For a cleaner appearance, your paint stripper can also remove the residue and sand the surface. You can even have it refinished or repainted for a total fireplace transformation!

Recent Paint Stripping tasks

Remove paint and grime on small concrete slab and add tiles

$600

Pascoe Vale VIC 3044, Australia

17th Oct 2026

Job: Tile Backyard Patio (7.8 m²) Looking for an experienced tiler to prepare and tile our covered backyard patio in Melbourne. Details * Size: 2 m × 3.9 m (7.8 m²) * Existing surface: Painted concrete slab, mostly intact and reasonably flat * Furniture will be removed before the job. * We will supply the tiles. Scope of work * Clean and prepare the concrete slab. * Remove existing paint as necessary for proper tile adhesion. * Repair minor surface imperfections if required. * Supply all installation materials, including suitable outdoor tile adhesive, primer if required, grout and finishing materials. * Install tiles with neat edges and appropriate drainage. * Clean up after completion. Tools and equipment Please bring all necessary tools, including concrete grinding equipment with dust extraction, a tile cutter or wet saw, mixing tools, trowels and grouting tools. When quoting, please include: * Total price for labour, installation materials and equipment. * Recommended approach for preparing the painted concrete. * Estimated completion time and availability. * Photos of previous tiling work, if available. Ideally, we’d like the preparation and tile installation completed in one day, subject to proper drying and curing requirements. Looking for someone experienced in outdoor tiling who can deliver a durable, professional finish.

Strip paint off 5 doors

$500

Toodyay WA 6566, Australia

16th Oct 2026

I need to strip paint off 5 internal doors. I can bring them to you. Hopefully they can be dipped or similar.

Paint stripping off doors

$500

Toodyay WA 6566, Australia

16th Oct 2026

I need paint stripped off 5 interior doors please. I can bring them to you.

Door frame paint stripping

$300

Joondalup WA 6027, Australia

15th Oct 2026

Strip all paint off wooden door frame and window frame. Will be varnishing wood after completion so only plastic scrapers can be used to not damage wood underneath paint. Suspect paint may contain lead but unable to confirm. Home was built 1988

Paint removal on concrete

$75

Melbourne VIC 3044, Australia

14th Oct 2026

Concrete slab approx size 3.9m x 2m. There is a coating of dark grey paint that needs to be removed

External house paint stripping

$500

Seven Hills QLD 4170, Australia

14th Oct 2026

I would like to strip the paint off the external of the house back to the original timber panels, sand and oil. A test patch has been done as you can see in images. Happy to negotiate pricing of works.

Paint strip, sand and varnish wooden skirting boards and window frames

$2,000

Brunswick West VIC 3055, Australia

12th Oct 2026

Requiring paint stip, sanding and varnishing of wooden skirting boards and door frames (5 door frames) in hallway of a 1960's double brick house. Hallway is tiled and approx 16m long.

Need fence paint stripped/sanded back to natural timber colour

$270

Barwon Heads VIC 3227, Australia

12th Oct 2026

Need black fence paint stripped or sanded off this portion of fence so it’s back to its natural timber colour.

Paint stripping off underside of a peaked pergola roof. Approx 8m x 4m

$650

Joyner QLD 4500, Australia

11th Oct 2026

White wash paint to be stripped off underside of pergola roof. Approx 4m x 8m

Paint removal from ceiling

$600

Coburg North VIC 3058, Australia

9th Oct 2026

I started the job of removing paint from my sunroom ceiling and no longer have the patience to finish it (also pregnant and shouldn't be going up and down a ladder). I've been using peel away 8 with mixed success. Will need a final sand too. Ceiling is on an angle. Room is 8.9x2.5 metres

Remove paint from brick wall

$200

Cremorne VIC 3121, Australia

8th Oct 2026

Remove white paint from front panel of brick wall. Process started just don’t have time to finish.

Remove paint and repaint or cement porch floor

$500

Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

8th Oct 2026

Remove paint and paint porch floor

Paint Stripping

$400

Prahran VIC 3181, Australia

6th Oct 2026

I have an internal staircase I want professionally stripped ready to be repainted. Must have own power tools.

Paint removed

$300

Collaroy NSW 2097, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

We need this old bubbled paint removed so that it can be repainted. The water issue has been resolved for future It’s about 6m long and .8 wide Feel free to include a cost to repaint it as well

Thanks Hugh! Amazing work thank you ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Remove paint off tiles in my house asap

$100

St Marys NSW 2760, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Need the floors done asap

Remove paint from closet

$150

Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

3rd Oct 2026

Remove paint from closet (no need to sand it)

Remove paint transfer / repair minor panel damage – Nissan Navara

$300

Spring Hill QLD 4000, Australia

30th Sep 2026

I scraped the passenger side of my Nissan Navara against a painted bollard. Most of what is visible appears to be orange/yellow paint transfer from the bollard rather than damage to the vehicle's paint. There are some scratches/scuffs and some minor panel damage/creasing around the rear wheel arch/front section of the tub near the fuel filler. Looking for someone experienced in automotive paint correction/bodywork to remove the transferred paint, cut/polish the affected areas and straighten/improve the damaged panel where possible. Not expecting a full insurance/smash-repair job — mainly looking to get it looking tidy again at a reasonable cost. Photos attached. Flexible with timing and happy to travel locally if required.

Need some spraypaint removed from some timber walls

$500

Kenwick WA 6107, Australia

30th Sep 2026

We have some spray paint an some walls that need to be gone,

Paint stripping

$1,000

Yarraville VIC 3013, Australia

30th Sep 2026

Commercial kitchen with greasy, deteriorated paint surface needs full cleaning with some stripping in places. Size approximately 50sq meters

Apply paint stripper with brush and leave it down

$100

Craigie WA 6025, Australia

27th May 2026

Hey guys I have x2 tins of paint stripper I need someone to apply it over all the dropped paint and leave it down (ill scrape It later in) there is a lot of marks thanks 😀

Great job thanks Tom 🙂