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Delivered as promised. Well done

Remove paint

$500

Thanks Heath for all your efforts

Paint strip 20 doors

$300

Couldn’t be happier with the job Raph did. Went above and beyond - highly recommended!

Remove paint from bath.

$150

Neil is a rare find. Honest, genuine and ethical. I recommend him highly.

Paint removed from four old doors.

$200

Matt did an amazing job. turned up as promised and was very thorough in completing the task which was very involved. . highly recommend, will definitely use again.

Remove paint from front two windows and door frame

$400

Great job, highly recommended

Paint removal and painting

$180

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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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Top Paint Stripping related questions

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

Paint Removal

$500

South Ripley QLD, Australia

7th Feb 2026

Needing the paint removed from the cupboard, preferably by a light sandblasting as it leaves a very nice texture. The bottom half the paint has been removed but I would like to it be sandblasted as well to have the same textured finish. Happy to negotiate on price.

Remove paint off ceramic tiled floors

$300

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

2nd Feb 2026

I am an artist and use my apartment as a painting studio. Currently my ceramic tiled floors are covered with acrylic paint which using the correct tools and chemicals should be able to be removed. I would like if someone was able to do the job for me. The floor is 3m x 6m and there is paint splattered around multiple areas on the floor.

I need paint stripped back from my terracota tiles

$200

Elsternwick VIC, Australia

1st Feb 2026

We have old paint that wed like it stripped back to the original tiles

Garage Floor Paint Removal – Concrete Grinding

$200

Stafford Heights QLD, Australia

31st Jan 2026

Looking for someone with a concrete grinder to remove old paint from my garage floor. Paint is already peeling in many areas so should come off easily. Need all paint ground off and vacuumed, leaving the slab clean and ready for tiling. Two car garage, good access. Please bring your own equipment.

Paint stripping

$2,000

Moorooka QLD, Australia

31st Jan 2026

Stripping paint from VJ walls in old Queenslander. 3.6 x 3.6 + ceiling 1 x tub paint stripper purchased already

Paint removal from interior wall.

$100

Bentleigh VIC, Australia

31st Jan 2026

Water deep in the bricks has damaged the paint in two rooms of my house. Six square metres approx. I need somebody agile to remove the paint, but not the plaster.

Strip paint back from painted door and sand

$123

St Kilda East VIC, Australia

30th Jan 2026

Painters accidentally painted a door I wanted to keep natural timber. I want to strip paint and sand it back

Remove paint and re-paint garage floor

$900

Castlecrag NSW, Australia

29th Jan 2026

A single vehicle garage to have residue of paint removed, then re-painted. I have already used paint stripper and water pressure to remove the old paint, however as you can see in the photo, there is paint that seems to be sticking.

Strip paint off wall

$100

Kingsgrove, New South Wales

29th Jan 2026

Need to strip old paint off wall

Remove paint from two timber lamps and three small tables.

$500

Alexandria NSW 2015, Australia

28th Jan 2026

I have two pine lamps that I hand painted. I'd like to remove the paint and just use a lime wash finish instead. These lamps weren't expensive in the first place. They were originally plain timber ( but stained) and have about three coats of paint on them. However the small tables have one layer of very fine chipped paint, as they've been outside. Replace with white lime paint.

Paint striping

$300

Drummoyne NSW 2047, Australia

22nd Jan 2026

I need 21 verandah spindles and 7 small spindles striped

Remove Painted Window Sign

$80

Melbourne VIC, Australia

19th Jan 2026

Painted windows sign removed from glass

Friendly and effective worker

Need some white paint removed from exposed brick inside townhouse

$200

Maddingley VIC 3340, Australia

19th Jan 2026

when painting upstairs of the property, in some hard to reach areas there is white paint on the exposed brick - this is above a flight of stairs so would need a high ladder

Paint stripping from balcony tiles

$300

Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

3rd Dec 2025

Strip paint (oil based) from balcony tiles

Great work, cleaned the balcony! Thanks

Remove paint splatters for vinyl flooring

$100

Wellington Point QLD, Australia

12th Nov 2025

Had the house painted inside and painters have left and have quite a few paint droplets on the floor which need to get up

Fantastic job. Communication was awesome and was a pleasure to have. Ladies absolutely lovely

Need some paint stripping done

$180

Red Hill QLD, Australia

25th Oct 2025

Red Hill, shower tiles need paint stripped.

Nice guy, would book again.

Strip paint off doors and repaint

$800

Prospect NSW, Australia

30th Sep 2025

I need a painter to help strip this top layer (which mostly peels off) off 12 office doors. Then touch up any marks on the red door beneath. Quote for a day labour and I’ll provide or reimburse for materials. Needs to happen this week

Skillful painter. Efficient worker and easy to work with.

**Paint Removal Needed!** Small Area

$100

North Perth WA, Australia

14th Sep 2025

Looking for someone to grind back paint from a concrete area for tiling. Will pay $100 upon completion. Contact me if interested!

Great communication and great job!

Looking for Quotes, Paint removal, sanding and priming.

$10

Kallangur QLD 4503, Australia

11th Sep 2025

Three bedrooms and one hallway Room size, 3x4x2.4 X one of, primed and ready for plaster. 3x3x2.4 X two of, needs sanding removal of some paint and undercoat.

Knowledgeable and helpful

Remove paint from brick fireplace

$500

Waverton NSW, Australia

11th Aug 2025

Ok, I need some help. I live in a unit which is nearly 100 years old & still has the original brick fireplace. The fireplace has been painted over & I would like to strip it back to bare brick & mortar. I had a little test go over the weekend as I firstly wanted to see what the brick work looked like, & the process wasn’t complex, it was just that a process. I applied a paint removing solution, left for 1 hour, scrapped / wire brushed off, & repeated. I would say it has been 10-15 years since it was last painted but there may be 3 or 4 layers of paint? Dimensions: FRONT: 1.65m Wide / 95cm Height SIDES (each): 48cm Wide / 95cm Height *Paint does not need to be removed from the fire place cavity itself (which measures 60cm x 60cm) as it will later have a heater installed. Items which you may need to have / provide? - Drop sheet to lay on & protect carpet around the area - Some wide masking tape or painters’ tape to tape the skirting board at the bottom & mantle at the top. Both the skirting board & mantle will be painted at some point so I am not overly concerned about those areas - Gloves - Face mask - Wire brushes - Metal paint scraper - Product to remove the paint I can be fleixible with when the task is completed but it would need to be during the week (Mon-Fri) & not in the evenings, or before 8.00am as I have 2 little people which would just get in the way.

Thank you so much - super happy with end result