Routers are one of the most versatile woodworking tools. And that means there’s a lot to know.
Grooves, dados, rabbets, edge profiling, jointing, tattoo removal — the applications of a router are almost endless.
But if you want good results, sharp bits, and ten fingers, you need a good understanding of your tool.
To make it easy for you, I’ve put together my Top 8 Tips for how to use a router like a pro (plus a few tricks for success)…
So you can stay safe in the shop — and get perfectly clean cuts every time.
Mike
February 28, 2022
I recently made a jig for my router, similar to your point 7, but got different results based on how the router was positioned.
The bit was off center vs the plastic ring under the router. Any tricks to get that ring centered?
I bought a plastic “centering bit” that went into the router, but that didn’t work…