See What We Have Been Up To!
Visit Our Gallery to see what’s been made and the fun we’ve had!
What We Offer at Splinters Workshop
At Splinters Workshop we have all the machinery and tools you need for your DIY metal or woodwork project.
Book BenchTime
So you want to use the space? How much BenchTime would you like for your wood and metal creations?
Instructed Classes
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Instructed Classes
CNC Router Training
R2,500.00 – R3,750.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Instructed Classes
Introduction to Power tools Class
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Instructed Classes
Intro to Woodworking – Basics Class
R600.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Our Story - Splinters Workshop comes to life!
Way back in 2013 we first came up with the idea of a shared workshop space. As enthusiastic do-it-yourselfers both Marco and I knew about about woodwork – ok Marco knew more – however we both had our own tools and our own workshops (though obviously nothing on the scale of the Splinters Workshop) and as a result we just loved fixing things and making random stuff!
We got talking and decided undoubtedly it would be very cool if we could set up a space where we would be able to play with tools all day and then others could join us and together we could learn to fix things, and build even more random stuff! After a beer or two, we thought this was a great idea, and after even more beer we decided that as a matter of fact this was actually the best idea ever, and so the seed that would become Splinters Workshop was sewn!
Splinters Workshop - It's a Go!
However life, work and other commitments took over with one thing and another, and despite our promise that we would do it, we became immersed in other things and the timing just never felt perfect. Over 6 years passed before we decided that there would be no time like the present! The present, as it turned out, would be in the middle of the level 5 Covid-19 lockdown – but as they say nothing’s ever perfect, and armed with enthusiasm and not just a little chutzpah Splinters Workshop DIY Metal and Woodwork was a go!
As seasoned businessmen we know that there are no guarantees especially when it comes to launching new adventures, but we also believe in putting our hearts on the line and committing 100%. So with that we launched not any old workshop but a spectacular one, that would allow us to spend our days helping other people make amazing things, have fun, where we can do what we are great at, and with any luck we can make a few bucks as well!
So welcome to Splinters Workshop. It’s a place of adventure, where everything you can imagine, you can make!
Our Expert Team at Splinters Workshop
Marco
The Godfather
James
Safety Stickler
Andre
The Big Tool
Bilaal
Maverick
Meet our stable of Entrepreneurs and the services they offer!
Charles Bauleni
Schooled in Malawi and In 1996 , Charles completed his matric and enjoyed woodworking that was offered as a subject. The following year decided to follow his passion for woodwork by continuing his studies at the Technical College. The college afforded him the opportunity to do theoretical studies along with apprenticeships having does this for three years he went and for his Craft certification. Having succeeded with his studies he enrolled for an additional year achieving his Advanced Craft Certificate. In 2005 he came to South Africa to look for opportunities and desire to run his own company. In 2006 he got his first job at Angle Shack making office furniture and shop fitting. In 2008 was promoted to workshop supervisor. In 2014 he decided to follow his lifelong wish of becoming a Entrepreneur in the furniture manufacturing Industry.
Dewet Potgieter
I am a Hydraulic Technician by trade but always had a passion for tinkering with things. This curiosity has led me to work in many sectors both privately and professionally. These sectors include Hydraulic Equipment, Farming, Mining, Earth Moving & Mining Equipment, Electrical, Woodworking, and the CNC Industry. I started Imagine CNC SA in 2018 after purchasing a CNC Router that was faulty. I realized that CNC Machine owners struggled with the same problems and nobody could help them. This led me to my passion, which is to help existing CNC Machine Owners with their machines. I offer Setup, Installation Services, and Training on all major CNC & Laser Cutting Brands in SA.
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