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Furniture Finisher

OSCA 399531·ANZSCO 394211

Employed

570

Part-time share

24.8%

Female share

11.2%

Median age

45 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Furniture Finisher is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Furniture Finishing.

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About this career

Applies finishes such as stain, lacquer, paint, oil and varnish to furniture, and polishes and waxes finished furniture surfaces.

What they typically do

  • Prepares furniture surfaces for finishing by sanding, scraping or stripping old finishes
  • Mixes and applies stains, lacquers, paints, oils or varnishes to furniture surfaces
  • Uses brushes, spray guns or other tools to apply finishes evenly and smoothly
  • Inspects finished furniture surfaces for quality and makes any necessary touch-ups or repairs
  • Polishes and waxes finished furniture surfaces to enhance shine and protect the finish

Where they work

Manufacturing

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
33.2%
VIC
25.3%
QLD
16.7%
SA
11.9%
WA
11.2%
TAS
0.9%
ACT
0.5%
NT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Furniture Finisher.