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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

Very Good Handyman and Extremely effective

Help with painting stains

£200

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

Liam was brilliant - very helpful and knowledgeable and did a great job.

My stainless steel splashback removed from my kitchen wall

£50

Great job.

Toilet stain removal

£60

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

What's the average cost of a staining service

£90 - £253

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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

Fence staining

£250

Chalfont Common, Buckinghamshire

5th Aug 2026

Fence panels (and shed) need staining all one colour. Thinking of either forest green or sage. Roughly 30 panels including the side of the house

Sand, stain, varnish wood flooring

£150

Lawnswood, West Yorkshire

5th Aug 2026

Looking for someone to sand, stain and varnish the flooring in my entrance hall pls.

Sand & stain floor boards in 1 room - approx 25m²

£300

Guildford Park, Surrey

5th Aug 2026

Images coming later today. 1 area is quite stained, but all needs a good sand and a nice stain.

Fantastic work, great attention to detail. Courteous and kind, recommend!

Stain a fence, all materials and tools are provided.

£150

Wandsworth Common, Greater London, SW11

4th Aug 2026

Hi, I need somebody to paint stain on the current fence. All materials and tools are provided, looking for a quote for just labour.

Repair and restore damaged wooden floor stain/discolouration

£100

Kennington, Greater London

3rd Aug 2026

I have a wooden floor that has been damaged by a small leak/spill of Mr Muscle drain unblocker. The affected area has become dull, discoloured and turned slightly white after being wiped with water. I’m looking for someone experienced with wooden floor repairs to assess the damage and restore the affected area if possible. This may involve treating the wood, repairing the finish, colour matching, sanding/spot repair, or refinishing the affected section. Please only apply if you have experience repairing damaged wooden flooring and can advise on the best solution.

Repair small plasterboard ceiling dent and coffee stain

£100

St Margarets, Greater London

3rd Aug 2026

Looking for someone to repair a small plasterboard ceiling. * One dent approximately the size of a 50p coin. * Light coffee stain around the dent. * Ceiling is painted white with matt emulsion. * I would like the dent filled, sanded, stain-blocked if required, and repainted so the repair blends in as well as possible. * Please quote including labour and materials.

Hardwood floor stains removal

£130

Paddington, Greater London, W2

31st Jul 2026

I have 2 areas of the hardwood floor that were stained with chemical cleaners, would like to work with it to remove or cover up. Looking for a professional with experience and knowledge in wood flooring . In my understanding 2 visits shall take place. 1st evaluate the stains and what products are needed, 2nd actual repairs. Pictures taken after wiping with Bona Wood Floor Cleaner

Remove a stain from a pool table

£100

Way's Green, Cheshire

30th Jul 2026

Stain on pool table from a cola drink

Re-finish/staining of wooden front door

£100

Grange Park, Greater London

29th Jul 2026

Sand, prep and apply multiple coats of clear protection-oil to wooden front door and frame

Strip paint stain wooden gate

£130

Totteridge, Greater London

29th Jul 2026

Hi, I hope you are well. I have a gate in N20 0HD that was installed two days ago. I started the process of painting it, but realised that I have not put enough wood preservative on the gate. What I'm looking for, is someone to come and strip the stain off of the gate so that I can put more preservative on and paint it with the stain. Many thanks, Oria

Garden fence and timber hand rail cleaning and staining

£150

South Croydon, Greater London

22nd Jul 2026

Clean garden fence and timber railings including underneath decking from green algae and sand and then apply heavey duty ron seal

Pre and stain rear garden fence

£150

East Dulwich, Greater London, SE22

19th Jul 2026

Handyman needed to prep and stain existing fence panels. Two coats. Stain provided. Pictures uploaded. Confirm labour cost and availability. Commencement: Immediately

Put a stainless steel shelf on wall asap

£40

Exeter, Devon

13th Jul 2026

Having issues completing the task myself!

Repair, stain-block and repaint bedroom ceiling after historic leak

£200

Upper Walthamstow, Greater London

13th Jul 2026

I need an experienced decorator to repair and repaint the ceiling in my son's bedroom. The ceiling has an old water stain from a leak that was repaired several years ago. The area is completely dry and the stain has not changed for years. The ceiling was previously repainted, but I don't believe a stain-blocking primer was used, so the stain has bled back through. The job will involve: Preparing the damaged area (scraping/sanding any loose paint if required). Treating any surface mould if necessary. Applying a suitable stain-blocking primer/sealer. Filling/sanding any minor imperfections if needed. Repainting the entire ceiling with two coats of white ceiling paint. Please provide all materials, including stain-blocking primer, ceiling paint and any fillers required. Please only quote if you have experience repairing water-stained ceilings. Photos of the ceiling are attached.

Stain removed from pool table

£9,999

Nixon's Corner, County Derry / Londonderry

12th Jul 2026

I spilled alcohol and lemonade on this pool table and has left a stain. Not sure what to do

De film and Assemble 6pcs stainless steel cabinet part number ASFK206A

£300

Westhorpe, Nottinghamshire

8th Jul 2026

Unbox, defilm and assemble 6pcs stainless steel cabinets. Part number ASFK206A

Stain on quartz worktops

£100

West Blatchington, East Sussex

7th Jul 2026

Put cardboard box on worktop and this appeared

Stain floor

£250

Nine Elms, Greater London, SW8

6th Jul 2026

Floor has been stained but some parts ie kitchen corridor has deteriorated and needs refreshing. Floor is wood natural oak looking

Removing pool table stain

£100

Dysart, Fife

4th Jul 2026

Drink stain on pool table

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.