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Many Bunnings stores offer a timber cutting service to help you get your wood home and get started on your project.
Here are some frequently asked questions about our timber cutting service to help Bunnings Workshop members.
What type of cuts can be done at a Bunnings store?
Bunnings stores typically have two types of saws for timber cutting.
- Docking saw - used to cut long lengths of timber down to size. The machine can cut across the length of timber at a 90-degree angle. Examples of products that can be cut on a docking saw include Pine framing, MDF mouldings, Pine mouldings, Tasmanian Oak mouldings, Merbau decking and Pine decking.
- Panel saw – used to cut large sheet materials into smaller rectangular sections and pieces. The machine is capable of both horizontal and vertical cuts on most of our board products. Some examples of products that can be cut using a panel saw include Melamine, Plywood and MDF.
Does this service have a cost?
Bunnings stores may charge a small fee for timber cutting. The price is:
- Timber docking - First two cuts are free, and 50 cents per additional cut
- Panels and sheeting - First cut is free and $1 per additional cut.
Is this service available at my local Bunnings?
You can check whether the timber cutting service is available at a nearby store by visiting the Bunnings website. Here’s how:
- Mobile device - Select your nearest store and then click on your store's name on the top left of the screen. This will take you to your store's information page, including details about what services they offer
- Desktop computer - Type the nearest store's name in the change store drop-down and then click on store details. This will take you to your store's information page, including details on what services they offer.
Can I bring my own piece of timber to be cut?
Due to the many variables associated with timber products, we can only cut products purchased from our stores.
When is the best time to visit a store for timber cutting?
Visiting at a quieter time will ensure faster service. It's best to avoid weekends and public holidays as many other D.I.Y. enthusiasts will also be looking to build their own projects.
What if I want to do the cutting at home?
Knowing what saw to use and how to use it is the key to success. Here are some useful guides to get you started:
- Types of power saws and their uses
- Get to know your circular saw
- Get to know your jigsaw
- How to cut a laminate benchtop
- How to cut a bamboo benchtop.
What if I can't get my timber home?
We offer a number of options to get your products home safely. You can use our free courtesy trailer for up to two hours. If you need more time you can also hire a trailer, a ute or a van to suit your needs. We also offer a comprehensive delivery service to assist you in getting your purchases home. Most stores offer same day or next day service. Please contact your nearest store for details.
Please feel free to let me know if you have further questions about our helpful timber cutting service.
Mitchell
Hello @krisclelland
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, It's fantastic to have you join us, and thank you for sharing your question about cutting an Acacia slab.
Unfortunately, only straight cuts are possible at the store. However, if you wish to cut a quarter circle, I suggest using a jigsaw or a router. I suggest having a look at this discussion - Circle cutting template, without drilling a pivoting point for a plunge router/trimmer by @JoeAzza. You should be able to pick up some great ideas on how to cut that quarter circle on the panel.
If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.
Eric
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Bandediron. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about our cutting service.
Please allow me to make some enquiries for you this morning and I'll get back to you shortly.
Many thanks for your patience.
Mitchell
Hi @Bandediron,
I've spoken with Damian, a Coordinator at Cannington Bunnings. I can confirm that we do cut melamine at that location. I've also spoken with a Coordinator at Bunnings Bibra Lake, and they can place multiple cuts in your sheet for you. I apologise if there has been confusion over this. Please speak with a Coordinator at those locations if you continue to have difficulties.
Would you be able to share what sort of cuts you were looking for on these sheets? If you could share your plans with me, I can identify whether your cuts can be made on our machines. There will be instances where specific cuts are not possible. These include partial cuts across sheets and cuts that require accuracies that can't be met on our saws. Safety requirements also don't allow us to make cuts less than 30cm or that don't let the operator secure the sheet sufficiently.
I look forward to hearing more about the intended cuts and answering your questions.
Mitchell
Thanks for your prompt reply, Mitchell.
I will retry Cannington.
I plan to make some cabinets for my shed. They are custom sizes, no doors. Thanks for the warning about precision of cut. I will use the machined edges where appropriate and the cut edges where it is less important.
If some of the cutting is too difficult, as long as I can get everything into my car I can deal with things at home.
I will try to upload a photo of my sketch.
Regards
Hello @Bandediron
Thank you very much for posting a photo of your plans. As my colleague has mentioned please make sure to speak to a Coordinator if you continue to have difficulties having your panels cut.
Please keep us updated with your progress, we look forward to seeing your cabinet assembled.
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
I'm glad we managed to get that sorted for you @Bandediron. I do apologise again for the confusion.
We look forward to seeing your finished project.
Mitchell
