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Small outside render repair and black strip painted.
£100
Amazing job. Really thorough job.
Deep clean two sofas and remove paint stains from landing
£50
Very helpful and quality workmanship - would recommend
Strip paint off metal
£100
Bryan did a fantastic job, he is incredibly efficient and hard working. I highly recommend him.
Strip paint on balcony railing, derust and two coats of paint.
£150
Difficult job. Helpful in figuring out a new solution
Paint stripping 20 panels (33.5cm x 103cm each)
£100
Great work done to exceptional standards happy with results!
Paint stripping
£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!
Simply put up your task and let us know when and where you need us. Once you receive offers from nearby experts, go ahead and book the person with the most competitive quote and credentials. If you don't have the time or skills to get the job done, let trusted paint strippers take care of everything for you!
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You can, especially if you have them ready and on-hand. Otherwise, your Tasker 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 disc sander or a manual sanding block is also required to smoothen and prepare the surface for repainting. For additional materials like paint stripper treatment, you can ask your Tasker to pick them up from the nearest DIY store.
Skipping 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 paint, 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 strippers 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 smooth 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.
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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
Door frame paint removes
£100
Bermondsey, Greater London, SE1
2nd Jul 2026
Please note: I do not need the doors stripped or painted,only the door frames. The goal is to remove the existing layers of paint completely, leaving the frames ready for preparation and repainting. Please let me know what method you’ll use (e.g. heat gun, chemical stripper, sanding) and whether you’ve done similar work before.
Paint Stripping Job on Victorian Staircase
£1,500
Leyton, Greater London, E10
1st Jul 2026
I have a victorian staircase that I need a paint stripping job completed on. The job was begun and abandoned by a previous contractor unfortunately. I'm not needing a full restoration and finish, I'm ideally just hoping to just have as much paint removed as possible to return the staircase to a functional state. I'm unsure of a reasonable price so please give me a quote. Thank you.
Paint stripping
£200
Fairmile, Surrey
30th Jun 2026
handyman needed to restore the visible faces of timber railway sleepers in my back garden after they were painted with light grey exterior paint a few days ago. The job is to remove the paint to achieve a natural, rustic timber appearance as It was underneath before. Job includes: - Bring your own equipment (angle grinder with paint stripping disc, belt sander or similar). - Remove the paint from the visible faces of the sleepers. - Leave a weathered, reclaimed timber finish. - Take care around plants and shrubs. - Clean up afterwards. And then place a clear sleeper protector This is a straightforward manual job. Previous woodworking experience is helpful but not essential if you have the right tools. Please quote with: - What equipment you will use. - How long you think it will take. - Photos of any similar work if available. Location: Cobham, Surrey.
Garden fence paint stripping - happy to negotiate price.
£200
Norton, South Yorkshire
28th Jun 2026
Wood garden fence paint stripping - grey back to neutral wood required
Remove Paint From Decking and Tile
£150
Ashford, Surrey
28th Jun 2026
Remove masonry paint on my composite decking and outdoor porcelain tile. See images for paint that was spilt. It happened about 1 month ago
Strip paint
£500
Braiswick, Essex
27th Jun 2026
Old paint with wallpaper underneath need stripping
Double gates old paint removed and repainted
£100
South Milford, North Yorkshire
22nd Jun 2026
Repaint double gates after removing old paint
Box room - Paint stripping
£150
Amersham Common, Buckinghamshire
19th Jun 2026
We have taken all the wall paper off the walls however there is a layer of paint that needs to come off the walls before they are ready to be filled and then ready for fresh paint. It's a small box room.
I want paint removing from a brickwork
£300
Stenhills, Cheshire
18th Jun 2026
I need paint removed from my bricks
Paint stripping bathroom tile paint from tiles
£50
Angel, Greater London, N1
17th Jun 2026
Need tile paint stripped off the tiles in the bathroom
Strip paint from fireplace
£50
Wheatley, South Yorkshire
17th Jun 2026
Strip paint of fireplace and tiles
External paint removal
£4,000
Palmers Green, Greater London
14th Jun 2026
Somebody's painted over the front of my house. I'd like to go back to brick, and apply storm dry sealant afterwards. I'm keen to hear from any professionals who have done this before.
Paint stripping and prepping
£400
West Norwood, Greater London, SE27
10th Jun 2026
Dust extraction equipment, sealing of doorways is essential - please DO NOT quote if you do not have the equipment I need wooden panelling and door stripping (much of it is done), filling where needed and prepping for wood oil. I will be leaving the wood bare. I also need hallway walls, skirting and three door entrances sanding and prepping for painting. The ceiling does NOT need doing Five doors also need sanding and prepping The painting itself is not required but the prepping must be done to a high quality.
Paint removal
£2,000
South Hampstead, Greater London, NW6
23rd May 2026
Need lead paint removed from window sills, banister, and other small areas. I have added photos of the work, in order: 1. Newel post of bannister needs stripping, as do spindles, handrail, and base rail. 2. Shows the same part of the banister, as well as the plank that runs parallel, which also needs stripping. 3. Top bannister, again, newel post, spindles and base rail need stripping. Hand rail is almost fully stripped, but may need a final attempt. 4. Shows the plank running parallel, which also needs stripping. 5. Shows condition of 1 of the 3 same size window sills that needs stripping. There is a fourth window sill that needs stripping, which is twice the size.
Paint removal from brick wall
£600
Cann Hall, Greater London, E11
13th May 2026
Paint removal from bricks using doff cleaning system
Paint stripping form door frames
£50
Mill Hill, Lancashire
8th May 2026
4 x door frames need paint stripping
Paint strip from stairs railing
£150
Finsbury Park, Greater London, N4
7th May 2026
As per pictures attached, I need the white paint of the stairs railing stripped and sanded so it can go back to the original wood. The total length is around 2.5m.
External door paint stripping
£150
Old Portsmouth, Hampshire
7th May 2026
Front door paint to be striped, ready to repair and paint.
Strip paint and fit crown moulding
£100
Yoker, City of Glasgow
6th May 2026
Hi, I would like the paint stripped off the wood work around my bookshelf, I have started but gave up, and also install crown moulding in two rooms.
Remove painted popcorn ceiling- single room
£200
Rush Green, Greater London, RM7
3rd May 2026
Renovating the room, ceiling needs the popcorn paper to be removed, so it can be eventually painted. The popcorn paper has been painted over.
Exceptional work by Joe. Did the job as described , good communication friendly and was extra attentive with the cleanup. Would recommend Joe and would definitely consider him for any future jobs!