A New Chapter in Craftsmanship
Carbatec – The Home of Woodworking – is excited to open the doors of its newest flagship store in Tingalpa, Brisbane. Since 1987, we’ve grown from a humble family business into Australia’s go-to destination for woodworking tools, supplies, and inspiration. Our new state-of-the-art store brings this passion to life with a mission to inspire creativity, craftsmanship, and community.
Join us for a morning of woodworking demos and hands-on experiences with our expert team. Explore our curated selection of top brands, including SawStop, Festool, Kreg, and more.
What to Expect at Our Grand Opening
- Demonstrations: Learn from the experts with live woodworking demonstrations throughout the day.
- Meet the experts: Get personalised advice from our skilled team.
- A Woodworker's Paradise: Explore our selection of hand tools, power tools, and finishing supplies.
- A Community Event: Connect with fellow woodworking enthusiasts and join the community.
Event Schedule
Time
|
Demonstration
|
Speaker
|
| 9:00 am |
Introduction to Woodturning - 30-minute discussion on getting into woodturning. |
Allan Short |
| 10:00 am |
Carbatec Clinic - Ask an expert on any woodworking topic. A facilitated discussion with woodworking experts from Carbatec Australia. |
Carbatec Experts |
| 11:00 am |
Sharpening - Demonstrating sharpening tools on the Tormek sharpening system. |
Graham Mackellar |
| 12:00 am |
Finishes - Discussing finishing techniques |
Whittle Waxes |
| 1:00 pm |
Identifying timber and its characteristics - discussion on timber and its characteristics |
Carbatec Experts |
All Day Long
- Isabel Atienza from En Mina Leather will captivate you with insights into her leather working craft and share expert advice on recognising top-quality leather.
- Carol Black will demonstrate her pyrography art hands-on and offer valuable tips and tricks for enhancing your own creations.
- Ashley Pump from SCM Group Australia will be on hand to share insights into the range of SCM products and how they can take your woodworking to the next level.
About Carbatec
Our Journey: Crafting Excellence Since 1987
Founded in a Brisbane garage by Geoff Lowe, Carbatec has grown into Australia’s leading retailer of woodworking tools and supplies. With our new flagship store, we continue our legacy of delivering world-class service, expert advice, and innovative products to woodworkers at every skill level.
From beginners to seasoned pros, we’re committed to empowering every woodworker to bring their projects to life.