Skirting & Architraves in Mermaid Waters

Our skirting and architraves service in Mermaid Waters

Matching what is already there in Mermaid Waters

In older homes the profiles, door sizes and openings are rarely standard. Skirting and architraves may no longer be stocked, door heights are often non-standard, and openings are out of square. We match the existing profile or have one machined, and scribe and pack the work in rather than filling a gap. 1970s to 90s homes on canal and dry blocks, most now needing kitchen, bathroom and flooring renewal.

Profiles, heights and material

Primed MDF is stable and paints beautifully for living areas and bedrooms, moisture-resistant board belongs in bathrooms and laundries, and solid timber suits stained finishes and heritage matching. We bring samples to the quote so you can see profiles against your own walls and flooring before committing.

Mitres, scribes and installation quality

Trim work is judged at the corners. External mitres have to close tight and stay closed through humidity swings, internal corners are scribed rather than mitred, and long runs are jointed away from sightlines. Older homes rarely have square corners or flat walls, so skirting is scribed and packed to suit - that is the difference between a carpenter and a nail gun.

Sequencing with flooring and painting

Skirting goes on after flooring so hybrid and timber floors can expand underneath, with the expansion gap concealed by the board instead of scotia. Architraves follow jambs being set plumb and square. Filling, caulking and the final paint coat come after fixing - getting that order wrong is why some jobs end up with visible caulk lines and patchy touch-ups.

What skirting and architraves cost in Mermaid Waters (2026)

Skirting supplied and installed typically costs $35-$90 per linear metre and architraves $120-$280 per opening. A full replacement through an average four-bedroom home generally runs $6,000-$14,000. Prices move with access, the condition of what is already there, how much structural work is involved and the level of finish you choose. We confirm all of that at the inspection and price your Mermaid Waters job rather than quoting from a range.

Our process

1. 01

   Free consultation

   Tell us what you have in mind. We talk through scope, budget range and timing before anyone visits Mermaid Waters.

2. 02

   On-site inspection

   We measure, check the existing structure and services, and identify anything that could affect cost or program.

3. 03

   Fixed-price quote

   You receive an itemised written quote with inclusions, exclusions and a realistic program - no vague allowances.

4. 04

   Build

   One licensed team, scheduled trades, protected work zones and regular updates as the job progresses.

5. 05

   Handover

   Final clean, defect walk-through, warranty documentation and compliance certificates handed over together.

Frequently asked questions