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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.
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
Hello @mkupadhyaya
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's wonderful to have you join us.
I'm sorry but the shop saws are not able to cut the SpecRite 2400 x 900mm 33mm Timber Panel Teak FJ Laminated. Unfortunately, the shop saws are not built to make precision cuts. I suggest having a quick look at this guide - How to choose the right power saw for the job by @Adam_W. Using a power saw with a fine blade will enable you to cut the benchtop precisely.
Please remember to wear personal protection such as gloves, goggles and an appropriate mask when working on your project.
If you need further assistance, please let me know.
Eric
Good Afternoon @JP21
Yes you can, sometimes 
is the easiest answer. I do go for a wander down where they cut the timber and sometimes they have offcuts for sale. Right time right place type deal is all.
Id also like to say welcome to the Bunnings Community Its an interesting place to wander through, so many ideas I still find new ones even months after wanding in
Dave
Hi @JP21,
As @Dave-1 has mentioned, most of our stores will have offcuts of timber boards available. However, their availability depends on how busy the cut shop has been in the previous days. After the weekend is a great time to check or have a word with a friendly team member, and they might be able to stash some aside for you.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
Hello @xiaodai
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us.
I'm sorry but the shop saws are not able to do an angled cut. They are only able to do straight cuts. However, it is possible to cut the timber using a handsaw or a circular saw. I suggest having a quick look at this guide - How to choose the right power saw for the job by @Adam_W.
Can you please tell us what you are planning to build? We are more than happy to offer advice and information so that you can finish your project.
Please remember to wear personal protection such as gloves, goggles and an appropriate mask when working on your project.
If you need further assistance, please let me know.
Eric
I want to make a crucifix out of mdf with neon tubing glued around the perimeter. There is a 1.5cm thick 10cm long battery box for the neon so I want to cut out two crucifixes from mdf at least 1.5cm thick and glue them together. a front one 40cm high, 20wide, and one 10cm shorter at the bottom for the battery pack to tuck in and the switch be accessible and the batteries be able to be changed. I’ll cover it in wood grain adhesive vinyl. Yes it’s meant to look kitch. Would anyone at Bunnings be able to cut these out? I have a jigsaw but I’m not confident.
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Andie. It's wonderful to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about our cutting service.
Unfortunately, our saws are only able to make straight cuts across boards and panels, so detailed cutting, as you've mentioned, is not possible. A jigsaw would be the appropriate tool to use, and I'd suggest this would make an excellent project to build your confidence. My best advice would be to cut on the outside of your designs line and then sand back to the outline. That way, you don't risk encroaching on the area which you wish to keep.
Here's a helpful guide: What is a jigsaw?
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
