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The router is perhaps the most versatile of any woodworking tool. You can use it to do everything from shaping simple edge profiles to cutting complex joinery.


Shop-Built 3-in-1 Compact Router Table

Shop-Built 3-in-1 Compact Router Table

A palm router packs a big punch into a compact size. This makes it easy to use and gives you … Read More

Easier Stopped Grooves

Easier Stopped Grooves

Doing stopped cuts on the router table is a great way to cut the concealed grooves that hold box bottoms. … Read More

Build the Perfect Router Table for a Small Workshop

Build the Perfect Router Table for a Small Workshop

Don't be fooled by its small size. This portable router table packs in a lot of big-time features. Just like … Read More

3 Must-Have Shop-Made Router Bases

3 Must-Have Shop-Made Router Bases

The simplicity of a router allows it to adapt to all kinds of operations. By making some accessories, you can … Read More

Magnetic Router Table Upgrade

Magnetic Router Table Upgrade

A simple way to hold a featherboard on your router table. Read More

Cutting Perfect Circles With The Router Table

Cutting Perfect Circles With The Router Table

It may surprise people, but making circles is easily done with the this setup I built for the router table. Read More

Horizontal Mortiser — Reader Project

Horizontal Mortiser — Reader Project

A Woodsmith reader tackles a shop-built tool — and adds some custom touches. Read More

Top 5 Weekend Router Jigs

Top 5 Weekend Router Jigs

These handy router jigs help you rout dadoes, create mortises, cut circles, and join project parts together. Read More

Fast & Easy Finger Joints with a Router Jig

Fast & Easy Finger Joints with a Router Jig

The flexibility and easy setup of this unique jig makes adding eye-catching elements to your next project a snap. Plus, … Read More

Perfect Router Joinery with this Adjustable Dado Jig

Perfect Router Joinery with this Adjustable Dado Jig

A hand-held router and jig can make life easy for creating smooth dadoes and grooves. Plus, this handy jig has … Read More

End Grain Router Sled

End Grain Router Sled

Routing across the end of the workpiece brings all kinds of considerations: safety, workpiece control, preventing tearout, and keeping the … Read More

Router Bit Storage Tray

Router Bit Storage Tray

All the router bits you need close at hand but out of the way — this tip is a keeper. Read More

Fluting Jig

Fluting Jig

A fluted work piece adds class and distinction to any project. This jig makes it a breeze to layout flutes. Read More

Make It Round On The Router Table

Make It Round On The Router Table

Who says you can’t teach an old router table new tricks? Here are a couple of handy techniques that will … Read More

Benchtop Router Tables: Two Types

Benchtop Router Tables: Two Types

You don’t need to sacrifice features or accuracy to save space. Benchtop router tables offer plenty of both in compact … Read More