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Woodwiki guides covering the router.
14 guides are about this tool · 27 also reference it
Concepts
1Techniques
2Dado Cut: What It Is and How to Cut One
A dado cut is a cross-grain channel that holds shelf ends on three sides. Learn to size and cut one with a router, table saw, or circular saw.
- Router
- Table Saw
- Circular Saw
Beginner · Updated Apr 2, 2026
Roll-Up Cabinet Doors
Learn how to build roll-up tambour cabinet doors: slat dimensions, groove routing, canvas assembly, and troubleshooting in one complete guide.
- Table Saw
- Router
- Router Table
Beginner · Updated Apr 12, 2026
Tool Guides
9Circle Jig for a Router
A router circle jig cuts perfect circles using a pivot pin and a rigid arm. Build a simple trammel from scrap plywood, or buy a commercial jig for $30–150.
- Router
- Circle Jig
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 8, 2026
Cordless Routers
Which cordless router fits your battery ecosystem, what it can't do, and when to reach for your corded router instead.
- Router
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 5, 2026
Dovetail Jig
A dovetail jig guides your router to cut consistent joints. Compare two types, three budget tiers, and get your setup right the first time.
- Dovetail Jig
- Router
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 3, 2026
Dovetail Router Bits
The right dovetail router bit depends on your jig. Learn which angle each requires, how to set depth for a clean fit, and what causes burning and tearout.
- Dovetail Router Bit
- Router
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 3, 2026
Router Bits: What Every Type Does and Which 5 to Buy
Router bits come in dozens of profiles, but five handle 80% of woodworking projects. Here's what each type cuts and which bits to buy at every price.
- Router Bit
- Router
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 4, 2026
Router Jig
Build the four essential woodworking router jigs — T-square dado, circle-cutting, template, and mortising — with specific dimensions, materials, and setup tips.
- Router
- Power Tool
Intermediate · Updated Apr 12, 2026
Router Sled
Build a router sled and flatten wide slabs, warped boards, and live-edge pieces your planer can't touch. Materials, bit specs, and workholding included.
- Router Sled
- Router
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 21, 2026
Router Tables
Router tables give you both hands on the wood and consistent results across dozens of pieces. Here's which table, which router, and how to get started.
- Router Table
- Router
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 3, 2026
Wood Routers
Wood routers cut edge profiles, dadoes, rabbets, and mortises that no other tool can match. Learn which router to buy and how to use it safely.
- Router
- Power Tool
Beginner · Updated Apr 5, 2026
Projects
2Coffee Table With Drawer
Learn to build a coffee table with drawer from scratch. Covers frame joinery, drawer box sizing, metal slide installation, and finishing for daily use.
- Pocket Hole Jig
- Drill
- Router
Beginner · Updated Apr 2, 2026
Epoxy Resin River Table
Build an epoxy resin river table from scratch: choose your slabs, pour a leakproof channel, flatten and sand to glass-smooth. No joinery required.
- Black Walnut
- Router
- Circular Saw
Beginner · Updated Apr 5, 2026
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