Ca. 30mm Oak Dowels

BigGeorge

Looking to source about 1.5m of 30mm approx diam Oak dowels ( or similar strong wood) for a DIY climbing peg board project.

They are widely available in the Uk but looking for source in south Dublin / North Wicklow. Any suggestions appreciated

kadman

Ask, Teak are strong woods too.

Any joinery that has turning facilities can Knock this out in minutes.

Or hand turned too.

So whats the shortest length suitable??

the_pen_turner

would 25 or 38 do. strahan s in rathcool sell it.

tabby aspreme

Would shovel , spade , or fork handles be suitable

BigGeorge

Thanks all - great advice
Needs to be about 30mm diam as its for climbing with on a peg board , need about 10 dowels , 150mm long. Dont mind the wood type , just needs to be fairly strong .
Will have a look at local joinery & diy shop to look at handles.

Is there any woodwork shop aroind bray youd suggest ?
Thanks all

recipio

BigGeorge wrote: »

Thanks all - great advice
Needs to be about 30mm diam as its for climbing with on a peg board , need about 10 dowels , 150mm long. Dont mind the wood type , just needs to be fairly strong .
Will have a look at local joinery & diy shop to look at handles.

Is there any woodwork shop aroind bray youd suggest ?
Thanks all

Find an old hardware shop and bring a vernier. You should find something like hay fork handles to suit. Do they need to be inserted into a hole for a snug fit ?.I'd bring a test piece with a hole just to be sure.

bonzodog2

You can get thicker broom handles of about 30mm, designed for yard brushes

woodturner

Set up a router with a 15mm radius round over bit in a round over bit and run 30mm square stock on all edges.