About the workshop: 
Our studio space in Paarden Eilaand is available for hire on an hourly basis and give you access to an abundance of tools and expert advice during your project. Whether you are an experienced woodworker or just a beginner wanting to start a project, we can accommodate you.  The primary focus is directed towards individuals interested in using the space for the purpose of woodworking and manufacturing woodwork related products. You will need to have experience with woodwork machinery, unless you are purchasing a package that includes a lesson. Pricing is listed below. 

Features & Equipment: 

The studio is a double garage set up with 2 lift up garage doors. The space available is approximately 55sqm.  While the studio is mainly directed towards general DIY enthusiasts who would be working alone in the space there is expert help available during projects at an additional fee. This includes assistance with planning/designing/cutting list creation/selecting lumber/milling and cutting lumber/assembly/sanding and finishing process/varnish/spray painting/installation of projects.
Features of the studio:
  • Secure parking on the upper deck in front of the studio
  • Natural light and well as ample overhead lighting
  • Good Ventilation
  • Stationary tools:  - Planner/jointer/table saw/radial arm saw/compound mitre saw/band saw
  • Drill press/grinder/bench sander/under mounted router
  • Hand tools: - Circular saw/Jig Saw/belt sander/orbital sander/cordless and electrical drills/router
  • Ample work bench space as well as floor space to accommodate timber/board processing as well as assembly and storage of work pieces.
  • In house supply of basic hardware consumables for purchase – ie screws/glues/sandpaper
  • Access to spray painting and drying room facilities
  • Access to expert advise and assistance during project course.
  • Covid19 – we will sanitize all of the machinery in between lessons – we also expect that you make use of our soap/sanitizer before you can gain access to the equipment.

How to book:

email: info@tinsleywoodcrafters.com

Pricing & Cost

Membership fee is required for all new members who will need an introduction to the studio space, assessment on equipment available and brief consult on proposed project. This includes your first hour of rental plus 30min of consultation time.
Membership Fee – R350.00
All previous students of the Mercury School of woodwork will get %50 discount on membership fees.
 
Pricing Options
Clients can purchase – WOOD CHIPS – these are 1-hour time allocations which the client can then redeem when booking time in the studio:
1 woodchip = 1 hour workshop time on a pre booked calendar
Plan 1 – 1 wood chip – R250.00 - = 1 hours of studio time @ R250 per hour – valid 1 month
Plan 2 – 5 wood chips – R1000 - = 5 hours of studio time @R200 per hour – valid 2 months
Plan 3 – 10 wood chips – R1800 – 10 hours of studio time @R180 per hour – valid 2 months
Plan 4 – 20 wood chips – R3200 – 20 hours of studio time @R160 per hour – valid 3 months
Once a student purchases a pack of wood chips they may then book 1hour time slots in the studio space.

Technical Assistance

Expert advise from a skilled technical will be available on a pre-arranged basis.
Administration @ R500 per hour - Project planning/3d designing/creating cutting lists/project costing
Technical assistance @ R150 per hour – Assistance in the space with machinery/; processing lumber/assembly/sanding/cleaning

Operational Hours

Mon – Friday 8:00 - 17:00
Saturday: 9:00 - 15:00
Sunday: Closed
Weekday evenings – on request