A router is a versatile woodworking tool that can be used to cut and mill different species of wood in various ways. Here are some common ways that different species of wood are cut and milled using a router:

Edge cutting: A router can be used to cut the edges of a piece of wood to a specific shape or profile. For example, a roundover bit can be used to create a smooth, rounded edge, while a chamfer bit can be used to create a beveled...

Using a CNC router for woodworking can greatly improve the efficiency and precision of your woodworking projects. Here are the basic steps to follow:

Choose and prepare your design: The first step is to create or choose a design for your project. You can use software like AutoCAD, SketchUp, or VCarve to create a digital design that the CNC router can read. Make sure your design is compatible with your CNC router software and format.

Select your wood: Choose the type of wood you want to use and prepare it by...

Woodworking Tools You Must Own

 Many beginning woodworkers make the mistake of thinking they must have the latest in fancy tools. The truth is that most tools make the work easier but it is the talent of the craftsperson that produces the end result. Incredible things can be crafted with a simple knife and beautiful works of art created with minimal tools. However, there are a few things that will make your life a lot easier when beginning woodworking. Below is a list in the suggested order of acquisition. These suggestions are based on the desire...

The best material for a router bit?

 To start with this is a tricky question. The material at the tip of a router bit does have bearing on how it will perform. In our case, all carbide-tipped or solid carbide router bits are C3 or C4 carbide depending on the application. We also make very limited steel-only router bits for certain markets. PCB router bits are what are referred to as diamond router bits.

Novice/Beginners Guide to Router Bits

Router bits come in many sizes and shapes and their uses vary depending on the application. So the first question we get is what bits will I need to get started after getting my router.  This is a very personal question because all of us go in a different direction when choosing our woodworking paths. Some of us will go for furniture while others make toys and gadgets. The following is here to explain the basic routers and what they do.

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