Why? The tip of most router bits doesn’t actually cut: the working part is on the side of the bit. When you turn on the tool, hold it slightly slanted. Now that you’ve got the right router bits and ticked off all the safety precautions, it’s time to get down to business. Step 6: Grab hold of the router, slightly slanted! Complete your router safety with a pair of insulating earmuffs, and then you’re good to go! Goggles and a dust mask are also essential when it comes to routing you don’t want to be breathing in sawdust or plastic particles, or getting them anywhere near your eyes. Protect your hands with gloves they will prevent any accidental cuts or scraps.
Want to rout in a straight line? Easy! Use the edge guide that comes with the Plunge Router attachment.īefore you start your new DIY project, let’s do a quick safety recap. With just this one attachment, you can use your rotary tool to rout circles, cut letters and signs, as well as inlay work. In other words, it eliminates the need for a separate plunge router tool. The most essential attachment, when it comes to routing, is the 335-01 Plunge Router attachment. When woodworking or doing other DIY routing projects, this attachment converts your Dremel rotary tool into a plunge router. Step 4: Convert your Dremel into a plunge router! Looking for more info? Check out all our routing accessories here It routs grooves into picture frames or anything else that needs to be hung. A V-groove bit ( 640) cuts decorative V-shaped grooves. A piloted rounding-over bit ( 615) is used for smoothing edges. The first ( 612) is a piloted beading bit, and is used most often for decorative work. There are two main kinds of piloted bits. A piloted bit is a guide that keeps the bit in place and is suitable for routs such as cove and chamfer.
A straight bit ( 650, 652, 654) cuts straight, square-bottomed grooves, such as rebates and trench grooves. Step 3: Set yourself up for success, find the right router bit Depending on the rout you choose, you’ll want to use the right bits, which brings us to our next point. Think of it as a ‘flattened corner’ the chamfer is straight, but doesn’t extend across the material’s entire profile. If you want to add a little jazz, use the chamfer as a decorative rout. For a simple way to add an interesting edge to a plain surface, you will want to use another type of rout called a cove also known as a rounded groove. You can create functional inlays with them in wooden tables, cutting boards or even your kitchen countertop if you want to get fancy. Grooves are long cuts in surfaces that can be flat-bottomed, v-shaped or rounded. If you’re starting out, you’ll be using your router quite often to make grooves. The type of rout you want depends on the job at hand. Helpful Hint: When using a handheld router on hardwood be conscious of burning your wood and/or bit (see tip #7 for more on this). You can also use your handheld router on hardwoods – just move more slowly. We recommend soft woods: carbon, chipboard, fiberboard, laminates, plastic, plexiglass, plywood and rubber. When you’re starting out, it’s best to choose materials that are easy to rout. First, what is a rout, exactly? A rout is a groove or hollow created with a power tool, so naturally routing is the process of ‘hollowing out’ your material.
Step 1: What to rout, gathering your materialsīefore you embark on your new DIY adventure, let’s take a look at the basics. From choosing the right router bit to working with a Dremel Plunge Router, you’ll get your DIY on in no time. In our handy beginner’s guide to routing, we introduce you to the skill and the tools. Whether you want to get creative with decorative edges or try your hand at woodworking, a good router tool is what you need. Whether you’re looking for your next project inspiration or searching for the right router bits you’ll find everything you need right here! Stay awhile, and be guided through the routing process. Follow our step-by-step beginner’s guide and learn everything you need to know to get started routing. Looking to try your hand at improving or decorating your home and creating handy gadgets? Well, you’re certainly in the right place.
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