Make A Router Table / Trimmer Table Page

🔌 Wire a paddle-style safety power switch to the outside of the frame. This allows you to turn the router on and off without reaching blindly underneath the table.

Use a straight bit in your handheld router to create a shallow shelf (rebate) so the plate sits perfectly flush with the table surface. 3. Build the Fence Make a Router table / trimmer table

Secure the tabletop to the base using pocket screws from underneath. 5. Final Details 🔌 Wire a paddle-style safety power switch to

Cut your MDF or plywood to your desired dimensions (24" x 36" is a standard, highly versatile size). Final Details Cut your MDF or plywood to

Building your own is not only budget-friendly but also allows you to customize the dimensions to fit your specific workshop space. Here is how to create a sturdy, highly functional router and trimmer table. 🛠️ Tools and Materials

Glue and screw them together to form an L-shape. Add triangular gussets (braces) every 8 inches along the back to ensure the fence stays perfectly square.