Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

[MitchellMc]

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.   

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.

Update 14/08/2024: The Bunnings team have provided the following information on our cutting service.

• Cuts to timber and panels boards are rounded up off to 100mm increments. We are unable to do precision cuts.
  
  
• Minimum length of cut timber is 600mm

• Customer are required to purchase an remaining offcuts measuring less than 1800mm

• Multiple timber cuts may incur a charge of $1 per cut.

As always, our helpful members are ready to assist with any questions you have on completing precision cuts for your D.I.Y. projects at home.

Please feel free to let me know if you have further questions about our helpful timber cutting service.

Mitchell

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @RickieMcIlroy. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about our cutting service.
 

What size sheet were you looking to have cut down into that size? If it were a 2440 x 1220mm 3mm MDF Panel Standard, that would involve almost 20 cuts. Each cut needs to have the measurement first worked out and then dialled into the machine. It would take substantial time to set the saw up and complete those cuts. 

How many of these 400 x 333mm sections do you need?

Mitchell

[Dee82]

Hi. What is the minimum cut dimension and blade kerf width for the panel saw at Seaford SA. I want to make some under bed storage boxes out of 12mm plywood with sides that are only 200mm high. Is this possible?

[MitchellMc]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Dee82. It's brilliant to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about our cutting service.

There is no minimum cut size as such, but there is a requirement that our team need to be able to safely secure the board whilst cutting it. If you are starting with a larger 2400 x 1200mm panel, then it should be possible to take 200mm wide strips off the board. However, if you wanted 200mm wide strips off a smaller board, this might not be possible as it can't be secured and cut safely. It's best to have a chat with one of our knowledgeable members at Bunnings Seaford store, and they'll let you know what cuts can be made safely. 

Typically, saw blades have a 3mm kerf, but please remember that this is not a detailed cut service, and there can be a +/-5mm variance in the cuts.

Please let me know if you have further questions.

Mitchell

[Jason]

Hi @Dee82,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. We trust you'll get loads of useful advice and inspiration from our wonderful members, and that Mitch's reply was helpful for your storage box project. We look forward to seeing it come together. 

Jason

[adriaan]

Can Bunnings cut Spotted Gum  panels 1800 x 405 x 18?

I was told it was a safety risk.

[EricL]

Hello @adriaan

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. Thank you for joining the discussion.

I'm sorry but we are unable to cut the Spotted Gum panel on our saws. This is due to their 18mm thickness and laminated construction.

A possible option would be to cut the panel at home with a circular saw. This handy guide on getting to know your circular saw should give you ideas on how to accomplish it.   

If you're unable to cut the panel at home, I recommend speaking with one of our team members at your local store's Special Orders Desk. The team can show you options regarding timber benchtops and order them in the size that you need.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric

[powerland2000]

Had been to New Lynn store recently. Pick up a bunch of decking wood. But they are all in various lengths, I have ask the staff to assist for cutting them, so they can fit my vehicle, but they say they don't do pre cuts. I know they do it before, but somehow they just don't do it anymore.

It will be great if the website can be updated as it is still showing "We Cut Timber" from the service available at New Lynn page.

[EricL]

Hello @powerland2000,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. Thank you for joining the discussion.

I'm sorry to hear that you did not get your timber cut at New Lynn. Allow me to reach out to you through private messaging so that I can assist you further.

Eric

[gabba]

Hi Eric,

Can Bunnings do a straight cut on Kaboodle Kitchen Benchtops (either laminate or timber) at a Bunnings Store? ie cut a 2400mm benchtop to 1980mm?

[EricL]

Hello @gabba

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. Thanks for joining the discussion.

Unfortunately, the shop saws use very large industrial blades that chip and ruin melamine surfaces. The saws are often used to cut down long timber pieces and panels so that they can be easily transported. They are not made to make precision cuts, I'm afraid they won't be able to cut the melamine or timber benchtop for you.

There is always the option of cutting the benchtop yourself. The advantage of doing it onsite is that you can precisely cut it to the size that you need. I suggest having a look at this guide - How to choose the right power saw for the job by @Adam_W. 

One other way to get the size you need is to custom order the benchtop from the special orders desk. You can have it precisely at 1980mm whether it be the melamine or timber benchtop.  

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric