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DIY Projects That Require a Router
A general tour of what a router makes possible, from rounded edges and grooves to inlays, templates and signs, with the safety habits that go with each job.
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Router Projects
Projects and plans built around routers and router tables.
DIY Router Table Plans for Beginners
Beginner-friendly ideas for building a simple router table, from a basic benchtop top and fence to dust collection, with the safety points that matter.
DIY Woodworking Projects That Require a Router
How a router handles furniture and cabinet joinery such as dados, rabbets, grooves and mortises, with project examples and tips for clean, safe cuts.
DIY Woodworking Projects That Require a Router and Shaper
How a shaper differs from a router in power, spindle, speed and cutter size, and which woodworking projects suit each machine in a home or small shop.
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