I'm working on a project for Christmas that requires the use of a few power tools - namely, a table saw and drill with some large bits. I don't own any of these tools. I don't need them for very long, only a few minutes, so I don't want to rent them for a full day or anything if I don't have to.
Do places exist where you can go in, bring your lumber (or whatever), and use the tools for a fee? Will places like Lowes or Home Depot do this for you if you purchase raw materials from them?
2007-11-26 18:17:40 · 8 answers · asked by yaellaer 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I'd take the suggestion about a trades school or school that offers wood shop classes.
Lowes and HD typically will make limited amounts of cuts; then charge minimally for additional cutting. I've never experienced one that was set up to drill pieces; most especially any precision work you might need.
Certainly you might solicit the help or tools of friends/ family/ etc.
Since you don't want to bear the expense of renting; you might try a wood working shop or cabinet shop; but not knowing any fee structures they might have; even if they would do the work for you; it's difficult for us to know how much you'd be willing to spend.
Steven Wolf
Certainly your notion is a good one; Borrowing the tools a SHOP has. The major drawback in that is any liability they would have to support. IE: You cut off a thumb??? Tough choice for a shop owner; not knowing skills levels, etc.
2007-11-27 00:22:09 · answer #1 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some large metropolitan park districts (and perhaps some smaller ones) offer woodshop classes or open studios to adults as well as children. If you're lucky enough to live in such a place, you could sign up for a class (for a nominal fee) and have access to woodworking tools that way.
Good luck-
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2007-11-26 22:43:17 · answer #2 · answered by ModMan65 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, for a fee Lowes or Home Depot or other places will cut and trim lumber for you. I don't think you even HAVE to buy from them but if you do they may do the cutting for free and the drilling for a very low price. A locally owned and operated lumber store might be even more willing to help you out. Also, as mentioned earlier, if classes are in session a high school or middle/junior high school or college might be willing to help you out.
Bert
2007-11-26 19:19:19 · answer #3 · answered by Bert C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-03-09 00:27:46 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
See if there is a middle school or high school or community college that still teaches wood shop or industrial arts in your area. Contact the teacher and tell him or her your situation. S/he may have some ideas for you.
2007-11-26 18:24:09 · answer #5 · answered by Etoile deCartier 3 · 6⤊ 0⤋
No, tools are rented out. If you happen to be in the San Diego area you are welcome to use mind, I will help.
2007-11-26 19:33:13 · answer #6 · answered by big_mustache 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
go to wal-mart purchase them hold on to the receipt. Use them and then return them.
2007-11-27 02:06:23 · answer #7 · answered by tjhand5094 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
why dont u just buy these tools then u have them for life and can use them wenever u want:)
2007-11-26 18:20:03 · answer #8 · answered by lil B 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
your neighbors shed lol
2007-11-26 18:19:45 · answer #9 · answered by Jason F 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋