Timber staining and restoration on the Gold Coast
Bringing timber back to life — decks, fences, doors and floors sanded back and finished to show the grain and stand up to the weather.
Timber looks its best when the finish works with the grain rather than hiding it — and outdoors, the finish is also what protects it from sun, rain and humidity. Most of the result comes from the preparation: cleaning and sanding the timber back properly before anything goes on.
We stain, coat and restore timber across the Gold Coast — decks, patios and fences outside, and floors, doors and features inside — in clear or tinted finishes to suit the timber and the look you’re after. It pairs naturally with our exterior painting work on character and Queenslander homes. Owner Nathan Phelps brings more than 20 years of painting experience to the work.
What we handle
Depending on the timber and its condition, that includes:
- Deck, patio and fence staining and coating
- Interior timber — floors, doors and features — sanded and finished
- Restoring weathered or greyed timber back to a sound finish
- Clear or tinted finishes to suit the timber and the look you want
- Exterior timber protection against sun, rain and humidity
The exact scope and finish are confirmed when we inspect the timber and quote.
How we work with timber
01 — Assess & quote
We look over the timber and its condition, talk through the finish you’re after, and provide a clear quote.
02 — Sand & prepare
The timber is cleaned and sanded back so the stain or coating takes evenly and lasts.
03 — Stain or coat
We apply the chosen stain or coating, building it up for an even finish that suits the timber.
04 — Finish & check
We complete the final coat, check the surface and tidy up before we leave.
Why work with us
Proper preparation, an even finish, and licensed and insured for the work.
- QBCC 15402463
- NSW Licence 455009C
- 20+ Years’ Experience
- $20M Public Liability
- 10-Year Workmanship Guarantee
What our clients say
“We had Nathan Phelps and his team paint the outside of our house and garage, including their roofs, and very glad we did. Their attention to detail, and communication prior to, during and on completion of the job was second to none. The end result is a major job excellently done by professionals”
Bob and Eileen de Kantzow
Frequently asked questions
What timber do you stain and restore?
Interior and exterior timber — decks, patios and fences outside, and floors, doors and timber features inside.
Can you bring back weathered or greyed timber?
In many cases, yes. Sanding back and recoating can revive tired timber; we confirm what’s achievable when we inspect it.
Do you offer clear or tinted finishes?
Both. We can talk through clear and tinted options and the sheen to suit the timber and the result you want.
Do you provide a quote before work starts?
Yes. We inspect the timber, discuss the finish and provide a clear quote before any work begins.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Phelps Painting Services holds QBCC licence 15402463, NSW Contractor Licence 455009C and $20 million public liability insurance.
Which areas do you cover?
We provide timber staining and restoration across the Gold Coast.
Timber needing attention?
Tell us about the timber and the finish you’re after, and we’ll get back to you to talk through the next step.