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Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

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.  

 

 

  • 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 MelaminePlywood 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: 

 

 

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

 

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Kexkez
Finding My Feet

Re: Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

Will Bunnings cut the plastic lattice? I need it cut in half so the 1800 x 900 piece becomes two 900 x 900’s

MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Kexkez. It's amazing to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about cutting plastic lattice.

 

Unfortunately, we don't have the ability to cut your plastic lattice in-store. Cutting the lattice at home with a circular saw or fine-toothed hand saw could be an option. The plastic is relatively soft, so shouldn't put up much resistance. It would be best to set up a straight edge to cut along to keep you on track.

 

Please let me know if you have further questions.

 

Mitchell

 

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Re: Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

Darn that’s a shame. Looks like I’m going to have to bring a saw with me to the store and cut in the carpark. The lattice is about 20 cm too long to fit in my car. 

tsvchristie
Just Starting Out

Does Bunnings cut U-shaped pantry shelving?

hi! I am about to undertake a DIY I have been avoiding for years. My pantry!

 

I am hoping to get some shelving precut in a U shape, I think melamine will be the best option. Can I get this done at bunnings? Edging covers included?

Re: Does Bunnings cut shelving in U shape?

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

 

Could you post a sketch of how you'd need the shelving cut or provide a few more details, so we can better understand what you require? If you want a U shape removed from a melamine board as per the image below, then, unfortunately, that is not something we can do on our saws. Our saws only allow us to cut the length and width of a panel down to size.

 

In order to remove a section out of a board, you'd need to do this with a jigsaw and then apply your own edging strips.

 

I look forward to hearing more about your project. Please let me know if you have any questions.

 

Mitchell

 

 



 

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Ozdemon
Just Starting Out

Re: Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

HI, I want to cover a garage bench that is presently covered in old lino on top of plywood. I want to replace the lino with vinyl tiles, but before that I want to attach a more solid base for the tiles. I was thinking of cement sheets or some timber to cover the plywood on top of the bench (250cm x 60cm). Is there a suitable product that Bunnings sells that can be cut to size in store and would be suitable for the vinyl tiles sold by Bunnings?

Thanks. 

MitchellMc
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

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

 

Most of our sheet products finish at 2400mm, so you'd need to have two separate boards cut up to suit your tabletop. That shouldn't be an issue as long as you adequately secure them, especially at the joint. I'd recommend formply as it has a perfect surface to adhere the tiles to and is very dense. If you can let me know your closest store, I can phone ahead and verify that they'll be able to cut the formply in-store for you.

 

Mitchell

 

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thydzik
Just Starting Out

Re: Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: Does Bunnings cut wood to size?

Hello @thydzik

 

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

 

Unfortunately, we are unable to cut the Specrite panels on our saws. This is due to their 26mm thickness and laminated construction.

 

Another 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 not able 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

 

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RickieMcIlroy
Just Starting Out

Q. Can Bunnings cut mdf sheets to a specific size in store?

hi

Wanting to get a large 3mm MDF sheet cut into shelves size 400mm x 333mm. Can stores cut these onsight as I wait? Ps not melamine just standard MDF 3 mm sheet.

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