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How to Build Shaker Cabinet Doors with a Router

In this post, you’ll learn – How to build shaker cabinet doors with a router – How to inset the doors into a face frame for a high end look If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, then you’ve probably seen me write about building shaker cabinet doors before.  I’ve built them for […]

October 9th, 2014
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An Intro to Routers and Router Tables

Whenever I get a new newsletter subscriber, one of the first emails I send to them asks a basic question.  “What would you like to see”?  Recently, I’ve gotten at least a dozen replies specifically asking for more information on routers.  Most express an interest in simply learning the basics about them. So, I’ve finally […]

July 31st, 2014
Custom Media Cabinet Part 8: How to Make Dado Cuts

Two videos in one week.  I’m starting to feel like Steven Spielberg, sans the ability and talent.  Although let’s be honest, my scripts are WAY better than the Star Wars prequels.  Am I right? If you’ve been following this build along, so far you’ve seen us come up with the concept design and do the […]

October 30th, 2013
Thinking About a Router Table

Another busy work week here! Thankfully, I’ve found some time to write a couple posts. I have not had a ton of time this week to read or comment on my normal reads. Hopefully I’ll get some more free time later this week. Sucks! After we finish up the last wall in the dining room, […]

June 12th, 2012
Edge Trimming with a Router

Here’s a great post on how NOT to do proper edge trimming with a router. So, I have three walls left after our latest post. Last night I decided to work on this little section… The general strategy I was thinking for these last few walls was to leave the panel section a little long […]

June 5th, 2012
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