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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,
I was hoping to use some PVC moulding (https://www.bunnings.com.au/brutus-12-x-12-x-1-5mm-2-4m-angle-building-moulding_p1100623 and https://www.bunnings.com.au/permatimber-92-x-15mm-2-7m-antique-white-pvc-bullnose_p0497634 in particular) as light guards for some blinds I've installed. However I am unfortunately car-free and would be looking to get them home via public transport, and I live in an apartment complex with limited space to work on anything. I know that Bunnings offers timber cutting services, but would they also be able to cut these to size? I'm a bit hesitant to bring something just shy of 3m's on the train, and I don't really have the tools or space to prep them in my apartment.
This is a pic of the window btw.
Cheers
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @eku5. It's sensational to have you join us and many thanks for your question on our cutting service.
It sounds like you'd need to do some fairly intricate cuts with a jigsaw to create your boombox shape, and those are not possible on our shop saws, which are designed to cut panels down so you can take them home. Here's a helpful guide: How to use a jigsaw. We can certainly cut a panel down to a smaller size to make managing it easier.
Our clever members would be more than happy to assist with guidance on how you could create your boombox. Let us know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @anniele. It's terrific to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about our timber cutting service.
It sounds like you'd like thin strips cut from a larger panel, so it would be best to discuss your needs with one of our timber-cutting experts in-store. Given they are very thin strips, it might not be possible to do this safely. It would be up to the saw operator to determine that, but I trust they'll do their best to assist.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
