For an upcoming project, we needed a large, 1-3/4” thick piece of solid black walnut. Wood like this isn’t something you’ll find just anywhere, and when found, it’s rarely in the dimension you need.

Attach the 1/2” base plate to the 3/4” fence piece. Add glue if you want and then use 2 clamps to hold together the pieces. The base fits so the cut outs match up and in the bottom rabbet. The rabbets ...

This router table and fixed-base router combo from Skil is a convenient and affordable package that’s especially appealing for router table beginners. The table features a sturdy work surface made of ...

If you’re just getting into woodworking, you’ll be hearing all about routers—not the type we all rely on for WiFi, but instead, the kind that’s a handheld power tool used for shaping. A router is a ...

Building a DIY benchtop router table from a wooden spool. The DIY benchtop router table is built from a wooden cable spool and includes detailed instructions and photos for cutting and making the ...

For woodworkers, carpenters, and hobbyists, a router is a handy tool for molding wood into specific shapes. Consisting of a motor that spins a bit, you can shave off precise pieces of wood, creating a ...