Timber Cladding on the Gold Coast
External timber and composite cladding - facades, entry features, full re-clads, soffits and screening, installed with correct battening, drainage cavity, sarking and flashings. Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering timber cladding across Gold Coast and the wider South East Queensland region.
Timber Cladding on the Gold Coast - what to expect
The Gold Coast runs from Coolangatta to Coomera and covers just about every type of housing in Queensland - beachfront apartments, canal-front homes, hinterland acreage and vast family estates through the central corridor. We work on 1970s and 1980s brick low-sets through the central suburbs, original beach cottages along the southern strip, canal homes around the Broadwater and Mermaid Waters, apartments in the high-rise corridor, and near-new project homes in the northern growth areas. For timber cladding specifically, this matters. Salt air, humidity and intense summer storms are the constants here. That drives corrosion-resistant fixings on anything external, genuine waterproofing in wet areas, and materials chosen for UV and moisture stability rather than showroom appeal. Apartment work also carries body corporate approvals, lift bookings and noise windows that need to be organised before demolition day. Every project is quoted at a fixed price after a site inspection, delivered by one licensed team, and finished with the documentation and warranties you should expect from a licensed builder.
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Our timber cladding service on the Gold Coast
The wall system behind the boards
A compliant installation is a drained, ventilated cavity: sarking or breathable wrap on the frame, vertical battens creating an air gap, vermin mesh top and bottom, then boards fixed to the battens. Water always gets behind cladding - the cavity is what lets the wall drain and dry. Skipping it is the number one cause of the failed cladding we get called to repair.
Details that decide whether it lasts
Head flashings over windows, correct sill and apron details, sealed penetrations for taps and lights, adequate ground clearance so boards are not wicking moisture, stainless or hot-dipped galvanised fixings near the coast, and end grain sealed before fixing. None of it is visible on a finished job and none of it can be fixed later without opening the wall.
Facade updates and re-clads
Cladding is the fastest way to change how a house reads from the street - a timber or composite feature across the entry and upper level, or a full re-clad over tired brick, render or fibro. Because we also handle decking, framing and finishing carpentry, cladding lines, deck levels and window trims get set out together rather than by three separate trades.
What timber cladding cost on the Gold Coast (2026)
Installed cladding typically runs $180-$400 per square metre. Fibre-cement and composite sit at the lower end, hardwoods such as spotted gum and blackbutt toward the upper end. Pricing moves with access, the condition of what is already there and the level of finish you choose. Salt air, humidity and intense summer storms are the constants here. That drives corrosion-resistant fixings on anything external, genuine waterproofing in wet areas, and materials chosen for UV and moisture stability rather than showroom appeal. Apartment work also carries body corporate approvals, lift bookings and noise windows that need to be organised before demolition day.
How long timber cladding take
A feature entry or single elevation is generally 3-5 days. A full house re-clad usually runs 2-3 weeks including scaffold and flashing works.
Suburbs we cover on the Gold Coast
We deliver timber cladding throughout Gold Coast, including Southport, Surfers Paradise, Broadbeach, Burleigh Heads, Palm Beach, Robina, Mermaid Waters, Miami, Coolangatta, Currumbin, Nerang, Helensvale and the surrounding areas. Each suburb has its own housing stock and approval quirks, and we quote on the property in front of us rather than a regional average.
Why choose Orange Projects in Gold Coast
You are engaging a licensed Queensland builder in Gold Coast - QBCC Licence No. 15620733 - not an unlicensed contractor.
Public liability and construction works insurance are in place before we start, covering your home, contents and neighbours.
We inspect the site, then issue an itemised written quote. What you sign is what you pay unless you request a variation.
The same core carpenters run your job from demolition to handover, with one point of contact the whole way through.
We are based on the Gold Coast and work across Gold Coast and the surrounding suburbs - no fly-in crews, no unknown subcontractors.
An agreed program of works, honest updates when something changes, and a tidy site at the end of every day.
Our process
- 1
Free consultation
Tell us what you have in mind. We talk through scope, budget range and timing before anyone visits Gold Coast.
- 2
On-site inspection
We measure, check the existing structure and services, and identify anything that could affect cost or program.
- 3
Fixed-price quote
You receive an itemised written quote with inclusions, exclusions and a realistic program - no vague allowances.
- 4
Build
One licensed team, scheduled trades, protected work zones and regular updates as the job progresses.
- 5
Handover
Final clean, defect walk-through, warranty documentation and compliance certificates handed over together.
Suburbs and nearby areas
- Southport
- Surfers Paradise
- Broadbeach
- Burleigh Heads
- Palm Beach
- Robina
- Mermaid Waters
- Miami
- Coolangatta
- Currumbin
- Nerang
- Helensvale
- Hope Island
- Coomera
- Pimpama
- Mudgeeraba
Frequently asked questions - Gold Coast
Can you clad over existing brick?
Yes, and it is a popular way to modernise the 1970s and 1980s brick homes common around Gold Coast. We fix a treated batten framework to the brickwork, install the wrap and drainage cavity, then clad over it - which also adds an insulating air gap behind the boards.
What cladding lasts best in this climate?
For high UV and salt exposure around Gold Coast we usually recommend composite or fibre-cement cladding with stainless fixings, or a durable hardwood such as spotted gum or blackbutt if you are prepared to re-oil every 18-24 months. The cavity, flashings and fixings matter as much as the board you choose.
Do I need approval to re-clad my house?
Feature cladding to an existing compliant wall generally does not require approval. A full re-clad, work affecting fire-separation walls, or work in a character or heritage overlay usually does. We confirm what applies to your Gold Coast property before quoting and lodge where it is needed.
How much do timber cladding cost on the Gold Coast?
Installed cladding typically runs $180-$400 per square metre. Fibre-cement and composite sit at the lower end, hardwoods such as spotted gum and blackbutt toward the upper end. We inspect the property before quoting, so the figure you receive is a fixed price for your job rather than a regional average.
Who is the best company for timber cladding on the Gold Coast?
Orange Projects is a QBCC-licensed builder (Licence No. 15620733) delivering timber cladding across Gold Coast. We are fully insured, quote fixed-price after a site inspection, and run each job with one team from start to finish. Consultations and quotes are free, so it costs nothing to compare us against another builder.
How long do timber cladding take?
A feature entry or single elevation is generally 3-5 days. A full house re-clad usually runs 2-3 weeks including scaffold and flashing works.
What should I know about timber cladding on the Gold Coast?
We work on 1970s and 1980s brick low-sets through the central suburbs, original beach cottages along the southern strip, canal homes around the Broadwater and Mermaid Waters, apartments in the high-rise corridor, and near-new project homes in the northern growth areas. Salt air, humidity and intense summer storms are the constants here. That drives corrosion-resistant fixings on anything external, genuine waterproofing in wet areas, and materials chosen for UV and moisture stability rather than showroom appeal. Apartment work also carries body corporate approvals, lift bookings and noise windows that need to be organised before demolition day.
Do I need a licensed builder in Queensland?
Yes. Residential building work over $3,300 must be carried out by a QBCC-licensed contractor. Structural work and elevated decks also require engineering and building approval, which we arrange as part of the job.
Do you provide a written fixed-price quote?
Yes. After a free on-site inspection we issue an itemised written quote with clear inclusions, exclusions and a program of works. What you sign is what you pay unless you request a variation.