Fence & deck painting/staining cost
Fence & deck painting/staining typically runs $500–$3.5k. By area that is Fence: $18–$35 per linear metre timber paling, $14–$28 per lm Colorbond/metal, $20–$40 per lm brick/masonry (The Quote Yard, NSW). Deck: $15–$30/m² sand & oil, $30–$50/m² full restoration.
Broken down
What each job costs
| Job | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard 15m timber fence run | $500–$900 |
| Full boundary fence (30m+) | $900–$2,500 |
| Fence plus deck staining combo | $1,200–$3,500 |
| Deck restoration, small deck up to 15m² | $600–$1,200 |
| Deck restoration, medium 15–30m² | $1,200–$2,200 |
| Deck restoration, large 30–60m² | $2,000–$4,500 |
| Deck rates by scope (Sydney) | Basic oiling only $8–$15/m²; sand & oil $15–$30/m²; full restoration $30–$50/m²; heavy restoration $50–$100/m² |
| Deck board replacement | $80–$180 per board |
Why quotes differ
What moves the price
Timber condition / prep
"weathered timber fence needs washing, sanding and spot priming before a brush touches it"; a "rusted metal fence needs the rust dealt with or the new coat lifts within a season"
Bundling with a larger exterior job
adding fence work to a house exterior project typically reduces per-linear-metre rates by 15–25%, since mobilisation costs are already covered
Access difficulty
adds 10–25% for challenging locations on deck work
Coastal microclimate
coastal areas require premium products
Decks are a maintenance job, not a one-off. Sanding back and re-oiling every couple of years costs a fraction of replacing boards that have been left to grey and split.
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