How to make a rabbet cut with a router table
A rabbet is one of the most basic of cuts. commonly used in a corner joint or to accommodate the back of a cabinet. Few tools do the job better or more quickly than…
How to adjust bandsaw blade tension
Finding the correct blade tension always seems to be something of a mystery among woodworkers. There are all kinds of methods out there, such as plucking the blade…
How to weld bandsaw blades by yourself
When you have some free time, desire and a bit of experience, you would like to save your money and weld your own bandsaw blades from coil stock. Most common material…
Making raised panel doors on a router table
A raised panel floats in the grooves along the stiles and rails. The purpose of this construction is to allow for expansion and contraction across the width of the…
Making molding on router table
One common use of the router table is in the making of all types of molding, both for furniture and for architectural use. Not only does the router table do this…
Feed Direction and Speed on a Router Table
Router table feed direction and technique Feed direction is important to consider when you are setting up for a cut, particularly with large-size bits. With the…
Top Router table safety tips when using a router table
When using a router table, apart from setting up your router table correctly, you should take some general precautions to protect your vision, hearing and respiratory…
How to change a router bit
How to install and change router bits Installing a router bit is very simple. The first step is to unplug the router, even if you have an auxiliary switch. This…
How to cut sliding dovetails joint with a router
How to make a sliding dovetail joints With a good router table and a good pair of bits, you can cut this super-strong joint to use in a variety of projects. Tight-fitting…