Deck Restoration in Kiama
Kiama and Kiama Downs are exposed coastal suburbs with ocean views, and many homes have large decks facing the sea.
What to check in Kiama
Kiama is in the Municipality of Kiama, a separate council from the City of Shellharbour. Ocean-facing decks here take the full force of salt and wind, so plan on regular maintenance coats and stainless fixings.
Popular jobs in Kiama
The most common requests we see for Kiama are deck oiling and board and step repairs. If your deck has gone grey but the coating hasn’t peeled, a wash and maintenance coat may be enough. Your specialist can tell you on site.
Typical cost in Kiama
As a guide, full mechanical sanding back to bare timber plus 3 coats of trade decking oil typically ranges from $45 to $75 per square metre, depending on the existing coating (acrylic paint and stain take longer to strip than oil), stairs and handrails. Your specialist will give you a firm price after seeing the deck.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which areas near Kiama do you cover?+
Kiama, Kiama Downs and Kiama Heights, plus the rest of the Shellharbour and Kiama areas. Call 0415 770 509 if you’re not sure.
How long does a deck restoration take?+
It depends on the size of the deck, the old coating and the weather, as oil needs dry conditions between coats. Your specialist will give you a timeframe with the quote.
How much does deck sanding and oiling cost?+
As a guide, full mechanical sanding back to bare timber plus 3 coats of trade decking oil typically ranges from $45 to $75 per square metre, depending on the existing coating (acrylic paint and stain take longer to strip than oil), stairs and handrails. Your specialist will give you a firm price after seeing the deck.
How Shellharbour Deck Care works
Shellharbour Deck Care is a lead-matching service connecting Illawarra and South Coast homeowners with independent timber deck restoration specialists. We don’t do the work ourselves. The specialist you’re matched with quotes, carries out and is responsible for the job, so ask them about insurance, the products they use and any warranty before you go ahead.