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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
Hi @EricL,
Thanks so much for your reply, I really appreciate it! I will get the 2400 panels and go from there. I am delighted that I can get them cut in store as that would be so helpful.
Hopefully the project will end up looking how I hope 
Kathy
Hi @RichMD,
I've sent you a PM to offer assistance with your order. By contacting the store directly we'll be able to organise the timber cutting prior to your delivery.
Please let me know if you need assistance contacting the store.
Mitchell
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @johnelbadawi. It's fabulous that you've joined us, and many thanks for your question about our panel cutting service.
You might like to discuss your cutting needs with a team member in-store. Generally, these panel type products are not suitable to be cut on our saws. It's a relatively easy task to cut down a board with a circular saw, and I'd be happy to assist as you do so yourself.
You should find these guides useful:
Please let me know if you need any assistance.
Mitchell
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @tarelder. It's sensational that you've joined us and many thanks for your question about our cutting service.
Were you looking at something similar to STRUCTAflor 19 x 3600 x 800mm GP YELLOWtongue Structural Flooring?
For any timber that needs to be cut before delivery, it's best to phone the store directly before placing your online order. If you speak to a helpful team member at your local store's Trade desk, they'll be able to organise the timber being cut.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
Hello @williamnuttall
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, Thank you so much for joining us and sharing your question about can Bunnings cut timber for a tabletop and can the top be dressed.
The saws at the store are set up to cut straight cuts. Because the blades used are very large, they produce very rough cuts. There is no dressing or finishing service currently provided at the store. But you can use the Ozito 200W Detail Sander to finish the tabletop. I've spoken to the store and they are currently only open to trade customers. Would you be able to tell me which timber you want to be cut? I can make some enquiries for you at Seven HIlls and make sure that they can cut your chosen timber.
Eric
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