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Transparent Trade Rates
SE Queensland Flooring Rate Benchmarks
All rate brackets reflect AS 1884-2021 Australian building compliance standards, industrial diamond tooling, and 99% HEPA silica dust extraction.
| Trade Service Line | Rate Bracket ($/m²) | Mobilization Minimum | Trade Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tile Stripping (Ceramic / Porcelain) | $30 – $50 / m² | $450 AUD | Heavy demolition & debris disposal included |
| Carpet / Vinyl / Timber Removal | $12 – $18 / m² | $350 AUD | Standard stripping & subfloor scrape |
| Tile Glue Grinding & Residue Removal | $20 – $25 / m² | $400 AUD | Diamond prep down to bare bondable slab |
| Subfloor Levelling (Standard 3–6mm) | $45 – $60 / m² | $550 AUD | AS 1884-2021 subfloor tolerance compliance |
| Full Flake Garage Epoxy System | $70 – $95 / m² | $1,400 AUD | Multi-coat commercial polyaspartic finish |
| Mechanically Polished Concrete (MPC) | $90 – $140 / m² | $850 AUD | Multi-grit diamond hone, silicate densifier & seal |
| Concrete Driveway & Patio Sealing | $15 – $25 / m² | $450 AUD | Pressure wash + acrylic/penetrating sealer |
| Timber Floor Restoration & Sanding | $45 – $85 / m² | $600 AUD | Hardwood sand, repair & polyurethane finish |
| Epoxy Moisture Barrier / DPM Primer | +$20 – $28 / m² | — (Optional Add-on) | Recommended for high water table & flood zones |
Itemized Brisbane Flooring Rates (Per M² Breakdown)
Direct benchmark pricing for homeowners, commercial property managers, and builders across Greater Brisbane and SEQ.
How Much Does Polished Concrete Cost in Brisbane?
- Burnished / Nil Exposure: $50 – $75/m² (topical sealer over slab)
- Honed External Concrete: $65 – $95/m² (R11 slip-resistant seal)
- True Mechanical Polishing (MPC): $90 – $140/m² (densified, permanent)
How Much Does Floor Tile Removal Cost in Brisbane?
- Ceramic & Terracotta Removal: $30 – $42/m² (dust-extracted)
- Porcelain & Natural Slate: $38 – $50/m² (hydraulic stripper)
- Diamond Thinset / Glue Grinding: $20 – $25/m² (clean bare slab)
How Much Does Garage Epoxy Flooring Cost in Brisbane?
- Standard 2-Car Garage Flake: $2,400 – $3,400 (complete package)
- Commercial Solid / Non-Slip Epoxy: $75 – $120/m²
- Vapour Barrier Epoxy Primer (DPM): +$20 – $28/m²
How Much Does Timber Floor Sanding & Polishing Cost?
- Sand & 3-Coat Polyurethane: $45 – $75/m²
- Commercial Low-VOC Water-Based Finish: $65 – $90/m²
- Staircase Treads & Detail Sanding: $45 – $65 per step
Factors That Influence Your Surface Preparation Quote
Flooring quotes across Greater Brisbane and Queensland vary considerably based on the mechanical process used. A common point of confusion is between a Grind & Seal and Mechanically Polished Concrete (MPC). While Grind & Seal involves a basic topical sealer applied over a ground slab ($50 – $75/m²), true mechanical polishing refines the slab itself with progressively finer diamond abrasives and penetrating lithium silicate densifiers ($90 – $140/m²), delivering an abrasion-resistant floor with no topical coating to delaminate or yellow.
Subfloor preparation costs depend heavily on existing floor coverings. Removing glued timber, heavy mortar beds, or ceramic tile thinset requires specialized walk-behind hydraulic floor strippers and planetary diamond grinders. Hand-chipping tiles leaves ridges that cause subsequent vinyl planks, engineered timber, or epoxy coatings to fail. Our dust-controlled HEPA extraction equipment captures 99% of respirable silica dust at the grinding head, safeguarding indoor air quality and eliminating post-job cleanup.
For properties with high moisture vapor transmission or located in low-lying river and coastal suburbs across Brisbane, Moreton Bay, and the Gold Coast, we recommend adding a dual-component moisture barrier primer (DPM epoxy). This prevents capillary moisture from blistering epoxy garage coatings or causing timber cupping.
Pricing & Estimation FAQs
How much does polished concrete cost per m² in Brisbane?
In 2026, standard Grind & Seal in Greater Brisbane costs between $50 and $75 per m², while true Mechanically Polished Concrete (MPC) ranges from $90 to $140 per m² depending on aggregate exposure (nil exposure, semi-exposure, or full stone) and desired sheen level (matte, satin, or high-gloss).
How much does floor tile removal cost in Brisbane?
Standard floor tile removal in Brisbane costs between $30 and $50 per m² including heavy debris cartage and disposal. Removing remaining tile adhesive and thinset bed via diamond glue grinding adds $20 to $25 per m², providing a clean, flat, bondable slab ready for new flooring.
How much does garage epoxy flooring cost in Brisbane?
Professional garage epoxy flake flooring in Brisbane averages $65 to $95 per m² for a standard double garage (~36m²: $2,400 to $3,400 total). Pricing includes diamond grinding surface preparation, crack and divot repair, full decorative flake broadcast, and a UV-stable clear polyaspartic topcoat resistant to hot tyre pickup.
How much does timber floor sanding and polishing cost in Brisbane?
Hardwood timber floor sanding and polishing across Brisbane typically ranges from $45 to $75 per m² for standard 3-coat polyurethane finishes. Punching and puttying nails, board replacements, and premium commercial low-VOC water-based finishes range from $65 to $90 per m².
Do you provide free written quotes?
Yes. Quotes are free, itemised and provided in writing, usually within one business day of us understanding the scope. For larger or more complex jobs we prefer to inspect the site first, because slab condition changes the price and we would rather be accurate than fast.
How much dust does the work actually create?
Far less than traditional methods, but not zero. Our grinders and tile lifters run HEPA-filtered extraction at the point of impact, which captures the large majority of airborne silica dust before it travels. You should still seal off adjacent rooms and remove soft furnishings from the work area, and we will tell you exactly what to prepare before we arrive.
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