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Mark did a REALLY good job and I would definitely hire him again! Thank you, Mark!

Take sticky stuff from stickers and also blu tac stains off the walls

£100

Very Good Handyman and Extremely effective

Help with painting stains

£200

Brilliant. Highly recommended. Very accommodating friendly bloke with no fuss and git in with the job at hand :) will.be using again. Thanks Alex!!!

Decorating leak stain on ceiling and plastering managing leak

£60

Really helpful and easy to arrange with.

Paint over water stains on ceiling

£50

Mahmoud was very diligent and worked hard to complete the job as we had a time limit. The results are great. Thanks Mahmoud

Sanding and staining wooden floor

£500

Great job.

Toilet stain removal

£60

What's the average cost of a staining service

£85 - £250

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£85

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£150

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£250

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Why book staining services through Airtasker?

Do you find your plain brick wall a little bland and in need of a makeover? It looks like it’s time to hire a staining service to achieve that much-needed transformation! Of course, staining isn’t only for bricks. It’s also applicable for parts of your house and furniture that are made of concrete or wood. And if you're not too comfy doing it yourself, let Airtasker save you from the hassle.

Additionally, we know how time-consuming it is to DIY, and that’s why it’s more convenient to hire a staining service near you on Airtasker. Create a post on our platform, set your preferred day and time, and skilled Taskers will make you an offer.

As we all know, staining isn’t an easy job and requires attention to detail. You can use Airtasker’s transparent review and rating system to find reliable staining experts within a budget that works for you. Once you’ve chosen a Tasker, they will go to the agreed-upon location and have your property ready in no time.

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Top Staining related questions

Staining helps protect surfaces from weathering and age, especially when it comes to wooden fences and brick walls exposed to sunlight. Applying stain to furniture, walls, and floors also gives your house an upgraded look! Although painting is also a good alternative, staining lasts much longer and requires less maintenance. Staining is a meticulous and time-consuming job, so hiring an expert to do it will make life easier.

Through Airtasker, you will be able to connect with experts that can stain your furniture, wall, floor, or fence at a budget that works for you. You may also consult with your hired Tasker about what type of stain and staining method works best for you. They may also give you tips on how to maintain your stained property once it’s ready for use.

The duration of the service will depend on the type of surface or furniture and the weather conditions. Staining one piece of wooden furniture can take several hours, while working on a whole house’s brick walls may take several days. It’s best to consult your hired expert, so they can give you an estimate on how long the process will take.

Your Tasker may need to wear safety equipment like goggles and gloves, especially when staining large surfaces such as walls. They may also use a sprayer, paint roller, brushes, dust sheets, and cleaning supplies. The good news is that you can ask a Tasker to bring all these. You can be as detailed as possible when posting about your staining service needs on Airtasker.

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

Corroded braided stainless-steel supply hose connection

£40

Sanderstead, Greater London

4th Jun 2026

In my shower a braided hose with the red markings shows significant rust/corrosion where it bends into the metal fitting. There is also rust staining around the upper threaded connection on the beige valve body. The white mineral deposits on nearby parts indicate water has been leaking for some time, not just a recent drip. The leak could be caused by: A failed braided hose (inner rubber liner deteriorated and water escaping near the crimped fitting). A loose or damaged compression fitting/nut where the hose attaches. A worn rubber washer or O-ring inside the hose connection.

Paint front door and stain inside of it

£150

Hertford, Hertfordshire, SG14

31st May 2026

Prep and Paint front door sage green (we will provide primer and paint, but please bring own tools ie brushes and sandpaper etc), and stain inside of front door

Oak bannister /Stairwell needs staining

£150

Monkspath, West Midlands

31st May 2026

Bannister stairwell needs revarnish stripping down maybe and restaining

Stain block painting in bathroom

£300

Hampstead, Greater London, NW3

29th May 2026

There was a leak from my kitchen to the bathroom of flat below, which caused staining on the celling and walls. I understand we need to stain block the celing 2x coats. Little sand and fill then paint with bathroom paint. Please let me know if you are able to do this and when you can visit. Thanks

Very good job. Very helpful.

1 stain blocker, filler in cracks, 2 paint , dry in between - 100 GBP

£100

Parsons Green, Greater London, SW6

28th May 2026

I need a small repair please - one hand of stain blocker paint, wait to dry, some filler in some wall cracks, wait to dry , and 2 layers of paint , wait to dry in between ,- on a small panel behind a toilet please - 100 pounds budget - tenant can give access after 10 am. thanks

Excellent, professional and prompt! - we are Very happy with the work- and very efficient. Sent photos of the work completed . Many thanks Jon well done

Staining,painting fence and small pegola, powerwash of tiles

£500

Maida Vale, Greater London

27th May 2026

staining of fencing 4x4 m painting of concrete flowerbed 4x4 m staining of small pergola Powerflush of tiles 4 x 4 m

Wooden floor needs stain removed

£250

Manchester, Greater Manchester

27th May 2026

I have two stains and some discoloration on the entrance to my flat we want to fix this before we move out

Soot stain on light grey matte wall, needs repaint

£80

Greenside, City of Edinburgh

26th May 2026

i blew out a candle and it stained my wall, did a horrible job cleaning it and now definitely needs to be painted over before my landlord sees it.

Sand and clean small section of floorboards ready to be stained

£200

Nine Elms, Greater London, SW8

25th May 2026

Sand and clean up a small section of original floorboards ready to be stained. A few boards could do with being nailed down but mostly solid. Ideally you’d have a big sander/edger to make light work of the job

Paint outside near window coffee stains

£100

Loanhead, Midlothian

23rd May 2026

Coffee stains on exterior wall

Touch up stained wall. I moved house

£60

Sharston, Greater Manchester

23rd May 2026

Paint my kitchen. Touch up maybe. I moved house and there some marks that need covering up

Pool table stain removed

£100

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

22nd May 2026

There is a spillage on my pool table it looks like grease perhaps over pride.

Silicone seal my stainless steel worktops

£50

Peckham, Greater London, SE15

22nd May 2026

I am having stainless steel worktops installed but the company manufacturing them does not 'front seal with silicone ' I need someone to come and seal the stainless steel worktops to the walls and around the hobs and tap. (The sink is welded in so no need for silicone there)

1 bedroom wallpaper painted over soot stains

£100

Maes Glas, Gwent

21st May 2026

I rent from private landlord. I have discovered soot stains on ceiling and walls, from burning candles. Needs cleaning or painting over before I leave on 30 May.

Prepare and re-stain decking 3x2m approx

£50

Digbeth, West Midlands

14th May 2026

Decking needs to be cleaned and re-stained

Decking jet washed and stained

£150

Bowes Park, Greater London

14th May 2026

Jet washing and staining decking. Approx 12m sq

Stain a ~30sqm fence.

£200

West Hampstead, Greater London, NW6

12th May 2026

Dark staining (Cuprinol Rich Oak) of a garden fence (we estimate around 30sqm). Will need some prep to remove dirt/previous stain residue and 2-3 coats to match lower timber colour.

Help install a stainless steel shelf on my wall

£50

Notting Hill, Greater London, W11

5th May 2026

I’m trying to install this stainless steel shelf on my wall, I detected some metal behind so we need the right person to make sure that the drilling is absolutely safe

Saya was super swift!!

Refit a standard kitchen stainless sink with taps

£30

Repton Park, Greater London

5th May 2026

Fit a new sink stainless steel standard with taps

Garden fencing + Bench staining

£500

Moreton In Marsh, Gloucestershire

3rd Apr 2026

I'm looking for a reliable and experienced professional to carry out the following work at my property: Fully paint both sides of the garden fencing, and a bench. Around June/July 26. Using Ronseal creosote I’d provid. The trader will need to have own equipment, rollers, brushes, etc. The job is intended to be completed unsupervised. Extreme care must be taken to avoid any drips or damage to the newly installed resin-bound boundary area. Requirements: Must be capable of working independently and unsupervised. Careful, tidy, and experienced with exterior wood treatment. Regular updates via WhatsApp during the job, including photos of completed work prior to payment being released. If you're confident in delivering high-quality results with minimal oversight, I’d love to hear from you. Kind regards, Joe

Ben did a fantastic job.