This program is much more than a simple series opener. In addition to describing in detail the different routers and bits, Bob and Rick get down to some serious picture frame making
Bob shows how to use a sliding dovetail joint to produce an adjustable bookstand, and explains the important points of getting a dovetail joint to fit. Bob and Rick take the viewer on a guided tour of an easy-to-use table in which to mount a router and keep bits organized and within easy reach.
How to make a mystery box that will have everyone guessing just how it is put together. Easily the most popular of first projects, this box demonstrates just how simple it is to get professional looking wood joints using a router. Don't measure.
Bob and Rick show how to produce complicated looking box joints by using a simple jig and just one router bit. If you have to make it more complicated, Bob shows you how to convince yourself that you are really doing more than you are.
Bob and Rick show how to produce complicated looking box joints by using a simple jig and just one router bit. If you have to make it more complicated, Bob shows you how to convince yourself that you are really doing more than you are.
While a rabbet-dado joint may sound like woodworking talk, this strongest-of-all method of joining two pieces of wood provides a powerful argument for the versatility of the router. Such a joint, used in this show to make a fascinating pencil box, needs five separate cuts to produce on a table saw, but can be made, virtually measurement free, with two cuts using a table-mounted router
The sliding dovetail joints used in this show make a coffee mug tree that will have everyone guessing at how it is put together. As well there are tips on how to use common masking tape to get a splinter-free cut. Throw in an inlaid pen stand and you have a show that you will want to watch time and time again.
Even experienced woodworkers shy away from making tables and chairs, because it is so hard to attach the legs. Bob and Rick do it the easy way, using a router mitre that takes all the guesswork out of the job. They then show how to attach a seat or top to the legs using a method that is simplicity itself.
Most woodworkers are fascinated by panel doors but many have a workshop full of gadgets that are supposed to make these doors but don't work. In less than 20 minutes, Bob produces a three-panel door that doesn't need sanding, fits perfectly and doesn't need factory-type machinery to make.
As Bob says, there are several ways to turn a square piece of wood into a circle. You can draw the circle and try to follow it with a band saw, but you will invariably create bumps. You can then take the piece to a sander and remove the bumps. Or, you can use a router to get a perfectly round, finished wheel or picture frame. This is an episode you'll want to have on tape.
Want to make more than one of a kind? Your router will do it for you. All you need is a pattern and a guide. Make picture frames, candy dishes and other items that are identical. The hosts provide some handy tips on how to keep router bits or cutters from becoming damaged.
Decorative inlay work is never easier than when it is done with a router. Bob demonstrates his no-measure method of producing perfect inlays every time. There's even a tip on how to use your microwave to make your woodworking easier. As a bonus, Bob demonstrates a special cutter that makes drawer pulls.
Make attractive, perfect drawers every time. Bob demonstrates his E-Z link fixture, which produces perfectly matching joints with no guesswork. Rick shows how to drill better cleaner holes with a router than anyone can get with a drill press.
Here is something for woodworkers who take part in the ever-popular craft shows. It's the secret of making identical pieces using make-it-yourself pattern fixtures. Bob demonstrates how to make the patterns and how to use them most effectively.
Bob and Rick demonstrate just how easy it is to make a wooden-framed, full length mirror. Produce perfectly matched taper cuts and mortise joints with the help of some shop-made fixtures and the router. Taper the mirror sides and mortise the rails into the sides. Pay attention to the wood grain to reduce tear out.
Replace that plastic tissue box cover with a genuine wood box that features showy box joints and perfectly routed tissue cut outs. It is easy to do, and fun too.
Just one piece of wood makes two circle frames, one with scalloped edges. Your router can cut perfect circles with finished edges. Rick and Bob show you how.
Serve candies and nuts from playing card shaped wooden dishes that will be the talk of the bridge table. It's easy using your router with patterns. A great one evening project.
Make yourself a coat rack with character. No plain Jane rack, this is made with a shop made repeating pattern fixture. Bob and Rick show you how to do it perfectly every time.
Pattern dovetail joints are perfect every time with your router and a spacer fence. Bob and Rick show you how to make the complex liner joint and great corner joints. This cookie box will get more attention than the cookies.
In episode S02E07 Bob shows you his tin can geometry to lay out and cut circles and curves with your router. Both are used to produce the top of an attractive end table
In episode S02E08 Bob uses the same techniques to produce a curved leg pattern fixture to pattern cut four identical legs. The hosts use the dovetail joint to fasten the legs to the top.
This vanity cabinet is a larger project that requires a five show treatment to cover all the construction information involved. The procedures have been split into five easy sections to simplify and clarify the process. A large project is just combining five smaller projects. Bath Vanity, Case Work The vanity case is made with dado joinery in this show (part 1 of 5).
This vanity cabinet is a larger project that requires a five show treatment to cover all the construction information involved. The procedures have been split into five easy sections to simplify and clarify the process. Bath Vanity, Facings This show (part 2 of 5) deals with the decorative facings using a mortise and tenon joint.
This vanity cabinet is a larger project that requires a five show treatment to cover all the construction information involved. The procedures have been split into five easy sections to simplify and clarify the process. Bath Vanity, Drawers (part 3 of 5) There is a simple but effective way to make drawers with the table-mounted router. Bob and Rick show the step-by-step method in this show .
This vanity cabinet is a larger project that requires a five show treatment to cover all the construction information involved. The procedures have been split into five easy sections to simplify and clarify the process. Bath Vanity, Doors (part 4 of 5) Bob and Rick demonstrate the easy way to build doors and calculate the material list.
This vanity cabinet is a larger project that requires a five show treatment to cover all the construction information involved. The procedures have been split into five easy sections to simplify and clarify the process. Bath Vanity, Vanity Assembly & Finishing Touches (part 5 of 5) This episode, the last show in the series, deals with the assembly, including things to look for in hardware, using the router for hardware/drawer front installation and the finishing touches on the bath vanity.
Raised panel doors with standard Router Bits? It's true! On this show of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick will show you the easy way to make an attractive panel door for any cabinet using your 1/4 straight bit, a 1/4" round over bit, 3/4" flat bottom bit and the 3/8" rabbeting bit. They show how to mortise the stiles, cut the tenons, create the frame and give it style with beading and rounding techniques.
Decorating and furnishing a bedroom is no easy task! In this two part program of the Router Workshop Bob and Rick begin work on a night stand, perfect for any bedroom. Night Stand, Case Work - Up first is the case work. Bob cuts dados in the sides for the bottom and center rails. Learn how to face a plywood edge with solid material. Rick has some fascinating dado techniques and router jointer cuts to make a relief in the toe space! This is part one of a two part project.
Decorating and furnishing a bedroom is no easy task! In this two part program of the Router Workshop Bob and Rick begin work on a night stand, perfect for any bedroom. Night Stand, Drawer - Bob explains the 'easy-link' method for joining the drawer sides to the front. Dados hold the drawer back and bottom. Rick has tips on different ways to fasten the drawer front and explains some optional hardware for the project.
Storing and organizing CDs and Videos is as simple as watching TV! That is if you're watching the Router Workshop. Combine dowels with shelving to create this attractive storage unit. Bob works on the exterior: cutting the top, bottom and sides while using a 45 degree rabbet. Then, it's time to drill the dowel holes and finish the bottom. Make dowel with a bull-nose bit.
Making a pedestal drop leaf table might seem like a complicated procedure but Bob and Rick Rosendahl make it easy with the router. Three legs support a turned column block. Dados hold the support slides. We use the router to show an innovative way of cutting the top round. Rick has some tips on matching the cove cutter so the leaves come out even. Pedestal Table, Tabletop - Make the drop leaf top for the pedestal table.
Making a pedestal drop leaf table might seem like a complicated procedure but Bob and Rick Rosendahl make it easy with the router. Three legs support a turned column block. Dados hold the support slides. We use the router to show an innovative way of cutting the top round. Rick has some tips on matching the cove cutter so the leaves come out even. Pedestal Table, Legs - Watch father and son work on the pedestal column and curve the legs identical to each other.
Beautiful projects are made simply. Take this fruit bowl for example. Bob Rosendahl shows how a simple router procedure can make perfect fitting box joints. Rick has tips on cutting the splines to fit the slots and gives insight into box-joint angles. One project, one show, one tool
Two tables in one. Watch as Bob and Rick Rosendahl take you step by step through phase one of the project: the end table. Learn how to mortise and tenon, mold the table sides and top. You'll also learn how to dress the outside edges of the legs, giving your table a beautiful appearance. The nesting table provides the second table. It slides into the bottom of the end table when it is not needed. This gate leg table is convenient when an extra side table is needed.
Two tables in one. Watch as Bob and Rick Rosendahl take you step by step through phase one of the project: the end table. Learn how to mortise and tenon, mold the table sides and top. You'll also learn how to dress the outside edges of the legs, giving your table a beautiful appearance. The nesting table provides the second table. It slides into the bottom of the end table when it is not needed. This gate leg table is convenient when an extra side table is needed.
Railings with a router! In this show of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick Rosendahl take you step by step through coping, dadoing and molding your own Swiss Balcony Railing, perfect for your kitchen, living room or deck. Plus, Rick will show you different rail designs and easy ways to make it happen.
The Swiss cabinet is designed along the lines of furniture prevalent in Switzerland. Some features that are ideal for the router are the patterned toe space, the angle panels that join the sides and the front facing, the sculpted apron and the panel door and drawer. Big projects don't seem so big when you break them down into easy steps. Swiss Cabinet, Case Work - Make case work dados, adjustable shelf holes and mold the top of the cabinet (Part 1 of 3).
The Swiss cabinet is designed along the lines of furniture prevalent in Switzerland. Some features that are ideal for the router are the patterned toe space, the angle panels that join the sides and the front facing, the sculpted apron and the panel door and drawer. Big projects don't seem so big when you break them down into easy steps. Swiss Cabinet, Facings - Bob and Rick show you an easy way to mortise and tenon the facing, to cope mold the toe space and to cut the angles on the facing, side panels and sides. Look for tips on pattern work (part 2 of 3)
The Swiss cabinet is designed along the lines of furniture prevalent in Switzerland. Some features that are ideal for the router are the patterned toe space, the angle panels that join the sides and the front facing, the sculpted apron and the panel door and drawer. Big projects don't seem so big when you break them down into easy steps. Swiss Cabinet, Door - Bob and Rick finish the project with drawer and door construction that is all done with the Router. Assemble the parts to complete the Swiss cabinet (part 3 of 3)
On this episode of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick show the easy way to make simple shelving—using the Router of course! Use dados for the shelves. Use rabbets for the top and back. Use a round over bit on the exposed edges and assemble! It's that easy.
Forget about expensive framing! Make your own! On this episode of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick make the perfect surrounding for your beloved works of art. Learn how to run a classical mold, table leaf mold and a rabbet mold for design, then use a 45 degree v groove bit to make it all fit together.
Italian Provincial Coffee Table, The Legs - One of the most popular woodworking projects is the Italian Provincial Coffee Table. On this program of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick will show you how to fashion Italian provincial legs and cut decorative flutes and veins. Rick has tips on installing the lag bolt for the legs and different types of molds for the tabletop.
Italian Provincial Coffee Table, The Top - One of the most popular woodworking projects is the Italian Provincial Coffee Table. On this program of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick will show you how to fashion Italian provincial legs and cut decorative flutes and veins. Rick has tips on installing the lag bolt for the legs and different types of molds for the tabletop.
Gifts mean more when they're homemade! This periscope is sure to be a hit-- at your loved ones next birthday. On this episode of the Router Workshop, the Rosendahl's show you how to make the required box joints, angled mirror blocks and how to make decorative inlays for a toy that will last for many, many years. A periscope for kids of all ages
Who ever said that wastebaskets couldn't have any class! On this episode of the Router Workshop, the heart waste basket! Bob and Rick take you step by step through: cutting hearts, tapering the edges, and cutting the holes on the ends and of course the required slots, spines and bottom.
Here's a unique project…a square table with four pullouts! In one episode of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick show you how to make and design the legs, create the four pull outs and how to secure them all in place! We'll take you through the plastic laminates used to finish off the table and assembly procedures.
China Cabinet, Part 1 Case work Router Workshop fans are always asking for complicated projects made easy. This classy china cabinet is one we'll break down into five easy-to-follow episodes. Case work, facings, pattern cutting, one drawer that looks like two, glass and panel doors with patterned corners, mutton bars and much more. This five part complicated project is full of router tips for making the construction easy and perfect.
China Cabinet, Part 2 Facings The bottom rail of the top cabinet is pattern cut and then mortise and tenon into the stiles and top rail of the facing. (Part 2 of 5) Router Workshop fans are always asking for complicated projects made easy. This classy china cabinet is one we'll break down into five easy-to-follow episodes. Case work, facings, pattern cutting, one drawer that looks like two, glass and panel doors with patterned corners, mutton bars and much more. This five part complicated project is full of router tips for making the construction easy and perfect.
China Cabinet, Part 3 Drawer Router Workshop fans are always asking for complicated projects made easy. This classy china cabinet is one we'll break down into five easy-to-follow episodes. Case work, facings, pattern cutting, one drawer that looks like two, glass and panel doors with patterned corners, mutton bars and much more. This five part complicated project is full of router tips for making the construction easy and perfect.
China Cabinet - Part 4, China Doors Router Workshop fans are always asking for complicated projects made easy. This classy china cabinet is one we'll break down into five easy-to-follow episodes. Case work, facings, pattern cutting, one drawer that looks like two, glass and panel doors with patterned corners, mutton bars and much more. This five part complicated project is full of router tips for making the construction easy and perfect.
Part 5 Mutton Bars On this episode of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick complete the work on this gorgeous china cabinet. They show you an easy method to create fancy grillwork to finish off the China Cabinet. Router Workshop fans are always asking for complicated projects made easy. This classy china cabinet is one we'll break down into five easy-to-follow episodes. Case work, facings, pattern cutting, one drawer that looks like two, glass and panel doors with patterned corners, mutton bars and much more. This five part complicated project is full of router tips for making the construction easy and perfect.
Clocks and woodworking make a beautiful pair! Especially when Bob and Rick show you how. On this episode of the Router Workshop, rounding the edges, decorative feet, cutting the hole, shaping, coving and molding! A simple project for a wonderful gift. The Bell Shaped Clock is produced on this episode of the Router Workshop.
This shop stool works equally well in the kitchen, bathroom, playroom or laundry area. The angled legs prevent tipping, the hand hole and lightweight allow easy mobility, and the height is ideal for accessing that area that was just out of reach. You may also use it in the shop to set a project off the floor for gluing or assembly.
An 1880 vintage storage box for sewing machine parts is the original for this interesting roll-up box. An added feature is making walnut splined box joints with your router to catch your eye.
Use zebra wood, pine or contrasting woods and heart-shaped joinery for that special vanity stool your spouse will love. Top it with a padded cushion for a sure winner
Panels work for more than doors and walls. Use your router to cut panels for this pine chest, which is not only sturdy but beautiful. Collect router tips about lid and base construction as you watch Bob and Rick make a collector's chest. (Part 1 of 2)
Panels work for more than doors and walls. Use your router to cut panels for this pine chest, which is not only sturdy but beautiful. Collect router tips about lid and base construction as you watch Bob and Rick make a collector's chest. (Part 2 of 2)
Hardware installation requires some creative thinking and easy routing. Decorate tops, sides and bases to make truly unusual box projects.
This antique, hand painted sofa table holds a lamp behind that sofa positioned in the center of the living room. It is the right height to come to the top of the sofa back and can be finished to coordinate with the room decor.
Use box joints in walnut and ash to rout a desk set to hold papers, pens, pads and paper clips. Organize your desk at home or the office with this interesting routed wood accessory.
In modern times this table is called a TV table, but ironically, in 1940 when the original table was built, TV was not available. We show the scissor leg system that will fold for storage and open for use. Grandma's folding table features a unique characteristic: the wooden channel and dowel slide that gives it the fold up or down capability. Add a routed top and you have one exciting project.
In modern times this table is called a TV table, but ironically, in 1940 when the original table was built, TV was not available. We show the scissor leg system that will fold for storage and open for use. Grandma's folding table features a unique characteristic: the wooden channel and dowel slide that gives it the fold up or down capability. Add a routed top and you have one exciting project.
"Tear drop" describes the leg design in this occasional table. Shop made fixtures ensure easy routing to produce this decorative piece of furniture.
This construction episode is very important to all of us as we all use stairs to get from one level to another. In Part 1 we learn the theory of stairs and get started by routing treads and risers. Take the mystery out of stair construction. Learn the theory and construct stringers using your router and a shop made fixture.
This construction episode is very important to all of us as we all use stairs to get from one level to another. In Part 1 we learn the theory of stairs and get started by routing treads and risers. Take the mystery out of stair construction. Learn the theory and construct stringers using your router and a shop made fixture.
There are few things so satisfying to build or give than a beautiful "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet". These four parts are each a separate project. When the four projects are combined, they are transformed into this unique cabinet. Jewelry and Lingerie Chest, Part 1 - Rick shows you how to pattern cut the rails and Bob creates a special jig to dovetail the rails into the "Queen Anne" legs in spite of their shape.
There are few things so satisfying to build or give than a beautiful "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet". These four parts are each a separate project. When the four projects are combined, they are transformed into this unique cabinet. Lingerie Chest, Part 2 In this episode, we move on to the "lingerie case" itself. Bob will show you how to create sturdy, dovetailed drawers while Rick reveals the secret to creating perfect combination joints for the case frame.
There are few things so satisfying to build or give than a beautiful "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet". These four parts are each a separate project. When the four projects are combined, they are transformed into this unique cabinet. Jewelry Case, Part 3 In the third episode in the project, "Jewelry and Lingerie Chest", we craft the jewelry case itself! Bob will show you how to make a jig for mortising the top and bottom while Rick cuts perfect combination joints for the box and adds a decorative mold.
There are few things so satisfying to build or give than a beautiful "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet". These four parts are each a separate project. When the four projects are combined, they are transformed into this unique cabinet. Jewelry Case Mirror, Part 4 With the completion of the unique "Queen Anne" base, the lingerie case, and the jewelry case, our "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet" is almost complete. In the fourth and final part of this project, we crown the piece with the ornate mirror. Bob will show you how to cut dovetails across a 45° mitre while Rick cuts perfect EZ link joints for the delicate little jewel drawers.
This episode of the Router Workshop shows the production of an "angle bookcase", that's perfect for the office, college dorm, family room or almost anywhere. Using special shop-made jigs, Bob and Rick mortise the shelves into the case sides at just the right angle and round over the side edges for a classic country look.
A vintage "plant stand" provided the inspiration for this in the Router Workshop. Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to use your router station to create an interesting piece of furniture you can proudly display in your home. The delicately tapered legs are set at an angle to provide strength and the feet are cross-lapped to provide stability. As beautiful as it is functional, the Rosendahl "plant stand" is sure to become one of your favorite projects
Every home has a hall or entranceway that could use a beautiful, matching, "hall mirror and table". In this special two part project, Bob and Rick Rosendahl will show you how to cope and bead the mirror frame and create unique top and bottom moldings. They use the router miter gauge to do dovetail joinery for leg fastening in part 2. The secret of squaring the table leg system and molding the tabletop edge is invaluable router tips.
Every home has a hall or entranceway that could use a beautiful, matching, "hall mirror and table". In this special two part project, Bob and Rick Rosendahl will show you how to cope and bead the mirror frame and create unique top and bottom moldings. They use the router miter gauge to do dovetail joinery for leg fastening in part 2. The secret of squaring the table leg system and molding the tabletop edge is invaluable router tips.
The Router Workshop project this time is a unique "CD storage case". Using a special shop-made jig, router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you a quick and easy way to mortise slots into the slide-out tray at just the right angle to hold, protect, and display all your CD's. You'll also discover a unique method of dovetailing the modules so that they can be locked together or used separately.
In this two part program of the Router Workshop, we create a unique "bath storage cabinet", which is functional, inexpensive and very satisfying to build! A feature of this project is the wedge doors. They are made with an ordinary dovetail bit and a special shop fixture. The case facing is secured with a mortise and tenon joint. Use a 1/2" classical bit to apply a decorative edge-mold to the top.
In this two part program of the Router Workshop, we create a unique "bath storage cabinet", which is functional, inexpensive and very satisfying to build! A feature of this project is the wedge doors. They are made with an ordinary dovetail bit and a special shop fixture. The case facing is secured with a mortise and tenon joint. Use a 1/2" classical bit to apply a decorative edge-mold to the top.
Building a "oval mirror" need not be the source of nightmares - if you follow the advice of router experts Bob and Rick Rosendahl. In this episode of the Router Workshop, we'll show you how to layout and cut two different kinds of ovals - quickly and easily. Plus, you'll learn the secret of the mystery "donut".
If you're planning a paneling or counter top installation, you'll want to be with us for this episode of the Router Workshop. Watch router experts Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you some tricks of the trade in construction and renovation projects. Whether you're cutting around a wall plug, splicing a panel, or scribing an uneven wall, your router can be your best friend.
During a "Busman's Holiday" in sunny Australia, we came across a unique variation of our North American TV table which uses 'gate-leg table' construction. We've added the traditional table cart to create the "Deck Table Unit". In the first of a special two-part series, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to make the deck table in your shop. While Bob shows you how to pattern cut the circular top, Rick uses a unique dowel fixture for the router to plunge holes in the legs, stiles and rails of the unique hinged pedestal base
In the second of a special two-part series, "the deck table unit"...master craftsmen, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how easy it is to make one in your shop. In this episode we move on to the "Table Cart". Bob will show you how to create sturdy, laminated wheels while Rick reveals the secret to creating a perfect handle for the cart frame...on part two of the "Deck Table Unit".
In this episode of the "Router Workshop", Bob and Rick Rosendahl craft some of the most unusual trivets. Rick shows you how to make a jig for cutting perfect square trivets and adds a decorative mold to the top and bottom! Bob shows you how to make a jig and cut beautiful round trivets that are sure to be a hit at craft shows everywhere.
In one of the most unusual projects ever, master craftsmen Bob & Rick Rosendahl create an exquisite walnut "escritoire" or "writing box"! The ‘lap top’ of the 15th century, the "escritoire" was the original desk. Today, Bob will show you how to cut the 15 bevels for the rounded lid while Rick cuts perfect box joints for the delicate little tray! Top it off with a discussion of the unique hardware installation and you have "the writing box"
This episode of "The Router Workshop", it is a "privacy screen" with a unique personal touch. Bob and Rick show you how to use 'panel door' construction techniques to mill the stiles and rails. Bob routs the backs to hold your favorite photos and then sets up to cut the ornate top using one of his famous shop-made jigs. Make your own privacy screen.
Router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to use your router station to create an interesting piece of furniture you can proudly display in your home. Bob uses another unique jig to cut the delicately tapered and sculpted legs while Rick shows you the secrets of the half-round top. As beautiful as it is functional the "crescent table" is sure to become one of your favorite projects
A true European craftsman and his remarkable skill provided the inspiration for today's "Swiss chair" episode in the "Router Workshop". Master craftsmen Bob and Rick Rosendahl will show you how to pattern cut the chair seat and back, taper the legs with a 45º v-groove bit as well as the secret to cutting perfect, angled dowels on the ends of the legs. For router tips on chair construction watch the "Router Workshop"
This is a project as unique as it is beautiful. These are "step drawers" and they're perfect for the kids room...college dorm...family room...almost anywhere. Router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you a quick and easy way to use half-lap joinery in the case work. You'll also discover a unique method of box jointing the modules and the delicate little drawers. Another project that's sure to be the hit of craft shows everywhere.
In this episode of the "Router Workshop" the first of our two-part series "the corner cabinet". Router experts Bob and Rick Rosendahl start with the lower cabinet portion of the project. Bob will show you how to prepare the top, sub-top and bottom. Then, using a beading bit, he dresses up the columns while Rick creates beautiful raised-panel doors with a difference.
In the 2nd of a special two-part program we create a one-of-a-kind, two-piece "corner cabinet". Sharing tricks of the trade, router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to combine a portable router and a table-mounted router with a special shop-made fixture, to create two matching side panels for the upper cabinet...a truly unique look. Functional, inexpensive and very satisfying to build.
In this episode of the "Router Workshop", we begin a special two-part series creating a unique "Inlay Coffee Table". Bob and Rick show you how to use a beading bit to dress up the legs and the bottom edges of the table rails. You'll also learn the secrets of using the 'hanger bolt - corner block' method of mounting a tabletop to any leg system.
In the 2nd of a two-part series on the Inlay Coffee Table, Bob and Rick show you how to make the pattern for the inlay fixture...their unique method of creating the cavity for the inlay...and how to cut the contrasting material for the inlay itself. Use these techniques to create your own truly unique look.
Planning a remodeling project or wondering why your doors do not open properly? You will want to be with us for this episode of the "Router Workshop", as router experts Bob and Rick show you some of the tricks of the trade in the construction and renovation fields. Rick will show you how to layout and make your own hinge mortising jig. Bob mortises the door while Rick uses the same jig to mortise the jamb. Bob shows you a set of ‘door jacks’ that are amazingly simple to build. Discover the right way to "hanging a door"
Router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl, show you how to inlay a beautiful, Hand-Painted China Plaque into a traditional Walnut Trinket Chest for a truly unique project. While Bob shows you how to use the inlay tools, Rick shows us an interesting way to cut simulated feet in the base. That’s the “China Inlaid Chest”
In the special two-part series, “The Wooden Wagon” Bob and Rick show you how easy it is to make one in your shop. Bob shows you how to make the jigs and cut the shaped wagon box while Rick reveals the secret to creating a perfect handle for the wagon. On part 2 of a special two-part series creating a one-of-a-kind, “Wooden Wagon” the hosts show you how to combine a portable plunge router and a special, shop-made fixture, to create sturdy, laminated wheels. The kids will love “The Wooden Wagon”.
In the special two-part series, “The Wooden Wagon” Bob and Rick show you how easy it is to make one in your shop. Bob shows you how to make the jigs and cut the shaped wagon box while Rick reveals the secret to creating a perfect handle for the wagon. On part 2 of a special two-part series creating a one-of-a-kind, “Wooden Wagon” the hosts show you how to combine a portable plunge router and a special, shop-made fixture, to create sturdy, laminated wheels. The kids will love “The Wooden Wagon”.
On the “Router Workshop”, Bob and Rick Rosendahl craft a project that is not only beautiful but very handy too…a folding “Library Stool”! Rick shows you how to use a shop-made jig to pattern cut the step fronts and hand hold while Bob shows you how to cut the dovetail slots and pins. That’s all on “The Library Stool”
This episode of the “Router Workshop”, a “Tea Tray” with a unique personal touch. Master craftsmen Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to use contrasting wood, box joints cut on a 45 degree angle and your router to mill this ornate serving tray. Bob routs the box joints while Rick cuts the hand holds with a shop-made fixture. You’ll find a thousand and one uses for the “Tea Tray”.
Sharing tricks of the trade, router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to combine a portable router and a table-mounted router with special shop-made fixtures, to create two matching side panels with dovetailed shelves! Functional, inexpensive and very satisfying to build, the “Novelty Corner Shelf”
In one of the most challenging projects, master craftsmen Bob and Rick Rosendahl create a unique “Nut and Candy Carrousel”! Today, in part one of a two part series, Bob will show you how to create the two part pattern for the dishes and hub while Rick cuts the circular base units! Top it off with expert advice on how to install the hardware. In part two of our “Nut and Candy Carrousel” project, master craftsman Bob Rosendahl will show you how to pattern route the dish blanks and hub. Rick provides expert advice on how to rout the cavities in the dishes for “The Nut and Candy Carrousel”.
In one of the most challenging projects, master craftsmen Bob and Rick Rosendahl create a unique “Nut and Candy Carrousel”! Today, in part one of a two part series, Bob will show you how to create the two part pattern for the dishes and hub while Rick cuts the circular base units! Top it off with expert advice on how to install the hardware. In part two of our “Nut and Candy Carrousel” project, master craftsman Bob Rosendahl will show you how to pattern route the dish blanks and hub. Rick provides expert advice on how to rout the cavities in the dishes for “The Nut and Candy Carrousel”.
This episode of the “Router Workshop”…router experts Bob and Rick Rosendahl will show you how to pattern cut a variety of beautiful yet functional towel holders. Bob shows you how to craft a towel ring while Rick reveals the secret to cutting perfect, round dowels for your towel bar. That’s the “Towel Bars”
A vintage “Magazine Table” provided the inspiration for today’s project on the “Router Workshop”. Router expert, Bob Rosendahl shows you how to layout another interesting jig to cut the delicately shaped end panels while Rick works on the divider panels. As beautiful as it is functional the “Magazine Table” is sure to become one of your favorite projects
These are “Knick-Knack Shelves” and they’re ideal for all your little treasures. Router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you a quick and easy way to use dovetail joinery to attach the shelves. You’ll also discover a unique method of cutting the heart hole and top shape
This episode of the “Router Workshop” router experts Bob and Rick Rosendahl craft a beautiful “Dart Board Cabinet” that will enhance any games room. Bob will show you how to create the casework and pattern cut the top and bottom caps while Rick creates the beautiful raised-panel doors! That’s the “Dart Board Cabinet”
This is a truly unique, one-of-a-kind, “Chest Lamp”. Sharing tricks of the trade, router experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to use an ordinary “V” groove bit to create unusual stepped mitre joints in the case work and a stacked slot cutter to cut lock joints for the drawers. A truly beautiful project, the “Chest Lamp”, is seen in this episode of the “Router Workshop” Your biggest problem will be finding a shade to go with your lamp.
The first episode of this new series is a two-part project, "The Hamper", a beautiful oak furniture piece for the bathroom. In part 1, Rick works on the lid, the base and the moldings while Bob uses a special router fence to bevel the angle pieces that fit between the front and side panels.
The second episode of this new series of a two-part project, "The Hamper", a beautiful oak furniture piece for the bathroom. In the second part of "The Hamper", Rick and Bob show you how to rout beautiful oak panels for the front and sides of the hamper and how to make and use an egg crate fixture to cut the ventilating holes in the back of the hamper.
An eye-catching cedar house for butterflies, "The Butterfly House" is the next project on the Router Workshop. Craftsmen, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to use matching bits to shape the wall and roof pieces to fit together in a smooth rounded contour. You'll also discover how to make ellipse openings and shape the gables with pattern fixtures.
In Part 1 "The Garden Swing", master craftsmen Bob and Rick Rosendahl reveal important tips to mortising and shaping the swing arms. The mortises must be done first, then glue on the knob ends and shape the arms. Top it off by rounding the arm pieces.
In the second of the two part series "Garden Swing" on the Router Workshop. Rick uses a pattern fixture to shape the top rail of the back while Bob shows you how to measure and cut the mortises to accept the back slats. Functional, beautiful and satisfying to build
In this episode of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick produce a unique paneled "Recycle Bin". Slots and splines secure the moldings to the plywood lid. Panels, rabbet/dado joinery and a useful metal bag holder make this "Recycle Bin" a modern necessity. Recycle with this neat container by building your own "Recycle Bin"
Bob Rosendahl makes a perfect wooden book that opens to display a picture in the cover and a clock in the "Book Clock". Rick reveals the secret to making perfect circles for the dials in "The Data Cube" and shows you how to mount the cube on a swivel. Have the time and information at your fingertips with "The Data Cube" and "The Clock Book"
The Router Workshop presents a project that is beautiful and useful, "The Ironing Board Cabinet”. In Part 1 watch Rick make dados the easy way and a 45 degree hidden joint to cover the end grain. Master Craftsman, Bob Rosendahl fastens the facing with mortise and tenon joinery.
The Router Workshop presents a project that is beautiful and useful, "The Ironing Board Cabinet”. Bob and Rick complete the "Ironing Board Cabinet" in the second of a two-part series, showing viewers how to use the router and a pattern fixture to shape the ironing board, the round top door and facing. Cut the relief for the toe space with a router jointer fence. This completes the "Ironing Board Cabinet"
In this episode the Router Workshop Bob and Rick work with a circle fixture to complete a unique box shaped like a fan. Tolerances are very close when a rotating storage tray disappears inside the half round "Fan Box". Bob and Rick show you how to cut the round and bend plywood to make the sides of the box. A tray with dividers provides storage and rotates inside the "Fan Box"
In the first of a special two-part series, "The Bread Box", master craftsmen Bob and Rick Rosendahl show you how to make and use a special holding fixture for the planer to angle-cut and plane the roll top pieces. They also show how to slot the sides of "The Bread Box" to hold the roll top by using a shop-made fixture.
In part 2 of “the Bread Box”, Rick uses bullnose and cove bits to mold the edges of the roll top sticks. This allows the sticks to fit together and roll smoothly in the side slot. Bob uses fixtures to rout a hand pull and shape the ends of "The Bread Box". This is an old-fashioned roll top using picture wire and connectors instead of canvas backing.
Up on legs, "The Patio Planter" is suitable for the patio or back yard. It is featured in this program of the Router Workshop. Rick clamps a series of pieces together in a holding fixture and uses a portable router to cut the interlocking knotches in all the pieces at once while Bob routs the leg slots. This take-apart planter requires no fastening other than the interlocking joinery to hold it together.
Paduk and ash woods compliment one another in this Box of Hearts. Box corners and a front splice fasten the box together with heart joinery that is decorative and strong. Further decoration is provided with a heart inlay in the lid. In this episode (#1001) of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick use contrasting woods for the unique Box of Hearts.
In episode S10E02 The Secretary, Part 1, Table, A beautiful Oak table that can be built as a separate project, supports the modern desk featured in this four-part program. Experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show step-by-step procedures for routing the Secretary Table.
The desk component (Parts 2 and 3 in episodes S10E03 and S10E04) can be made as a stand-alone project as well. The desk case is pattern cut with step by step directions in episode S10E03. Features include one drawer with side pullouts that support the lid/writing surface when the desk is in use. The lid folds up to hide the writing paraphernalia when the desk is not in use.
The desk component (Parts 2 and 3 in episodes S10E03 & S10E04) can be made as a stand-alone project as well. Bob and Rick construct handy cubbyhole compartments and the desk drawer in Part 3 S10E04 of the Oak Secretary
In Part 4 episode S10E05, Bob and Rick fashion a bookcase with glass doors that can be used alone or can be built as a part of the Oak Secretary. Adjustable shelves, glass doors and a molded top cap add that fine furniture touch to this exciting project.
Bob and Rick rout pattern pieces to produce a stool that is comfortable to sit on or rest your feet on. The dip angle top adds comfort and the carrying handle is handy and practical. The rounded ends make sturdy legs and wedges hold the rail in place.
Layout, pattern work and turning tips are important parts of this decorative Walnut mirror frame. Rick and Bob explain these in Part 1 of The Pediment Mirror, Episode S10E07.
The curved decorative pediment utilizes meticulous layout and bit choices to produce the pleasing crown of the Pediment Mirror. Follow the fascinating steps shown by Bob and Rick Rosendahl in part 2, Episode S10E08 of the Router Workshop.
Professional woodworkers, Rick and Bob Rosendahl produce a modern black cabinet on stilt legs in episode #1009 of the Router Workshop. Clear Maple top, pulls and legs offset the black box like cabinet that features an adjustable shelf. Follow the step by step directions for a truly modern and unique piece of furniture.
This Dresser Case allows us to take advantage of the many decorative molding bits available to router woodworkers today. Choose a bit with a pleasing mold and use thick case sides to produce the outside shape in one easy pass. A geometric glued up lid with or without a contrasting inlaid band is used on top the Oak case. Finish with screw-on brass feet. All this is completed in episode #1010 of the Router Workshop.
This is the ideal piece to furnish that 90-degree corner. The experts, Bob and Rick Rosendahl show how to pattern cut the sides, install the bottom and top, make the facing and drill adjustable shelf holes in part 1, episode S10E11 of the Corner Hutch Project.
This is the ideal piece to furnish that 90-degree corner. In Part 2, episode S10E12, the hosts show how to produce a mutton bar door, two inside triangular shelves and install the lower outside shelf. All this is the two-part project, the Corner Hutch.
Wide angled legs bracketed by a lower shelf make up this tall Oak table or barstool. A unique design relieves the plainness of the wide legs that support the simple round Oak top. Tune into the TV program “the Router Workshop” to see The Mission Table on episode #1013 as produced by Bob and Rick Rosendahl
This exciting plant container incorporates jigsaw puzzle pieces with fiberboard made of wheat straw. The container is designed to store in a flat position by disengaging the puzzle lock that holds the planter together. Any liner can be used in the puzzle planter to display plants in the garden, patio or inside the house. Store the outside puzzle planter or leave the inside one together all year round. These containers can be produced in any size, colour, or shape. Make small ones for inside displays. Watch Bob and Rick make a pattern and produce a unique puzzle planter on the Router Workshop episode #1101.
This pine and maple stool is designed with a swivel seat. Sturdy pine legs can be painted in a colour that will contrast with the clear maple seat. Watch Rick and Bob fashion a swivel stool on the Router Workshop episode #1102.
The kitchen console is an eating centre on casters. Very small kitchens often are not designed with an eating area because of space. With this moveable console that opens to a 3’ square table surface and includes two drawers for eating utensils, two can eat in the kitchen, by the picture window, in front of the TV or in the sun porch. Bob and Rick went one step further and designed the console to store two swivel stools (as in episode S11E02) inside the console. The Router Workshop, episodes S11E03. Kitchen Console Part 1, Legs & S11E04. Kitchen Console Part 2, Top - for details of the kitchen console. 1103. Kitchen Console Part 1, Legs 1104. Kitchen Console Part 2, Top
The kitchen console is an eating centre on casters. Very small kitchens often are not designed with an eating area because of space. With this moveable console that opens to a 3’ square table surface and includes two drawers for eating utensils, two can eat in the kitchen, by the picture window, in front of the TV or in the sun porch. Bob and Rick went one step further and designed the console to store two swivel stools (as in episode S11E02) inside the console. The Router Workshop, episodes S11E03. Kitchen Console Part 1, Legs & S11E04. Kitchen Console Part 2, Top - for details of the kitchen console.
Bob and Rick show the intricacies of the bent leg hall tree in the Router Workshop episode #1105. This oak hall tree uses simple lines and a routed knob to set off brass and ceramic coat hangers. Or follow instructions to make oak hangers to match the hall tree. A bottom shelf spreads the bent legs for strength and stability. Use it in any entrance to hang coats and hats with a minimum of wasted space.
A fine oak furniture piece with a modern touch, the chair-side table can be used in the bedroom, the living room or the family recreation room. Router joinery by Bob and Rick Rosendahl make this table sturdy and esthetic by incorporating mortise and tenon joinery with the router. Watch episodes 11E06 Chair-side Table Part 1 & S11E07 Chair-side Table, Part 2 - for design and construction details.
A fine oak furniture piece with a modern touch, the chair-side table can be used in the bedroom, the living room or the family recreation room. Router joinery by Bob and Rick Rosendahl make this table sturdy and esthetic by incorporating mortise and tenon joinery with the router. Watch episodes 11E06 Chair-side Table Part 1 & S11E07 Chair-side Table, Part 2 - for design and construction details.
There is no place that requires storage more than the shop. Numerous tools, hardware, and materials all require easy access and safe storage. Tool storage ideally should be designed to fit the tools etc. to be stored. Bob and Rick work up a tool storage design and show you how to build it out of fiberboard made of wheat straw. It can be painted or finished with a clear finish. Watch episode #1108 of the Router Workshop.
One beautifully designed swan neck leg is used four times in this unique stand. The trick is in the placement of the legs and the joinery to uphold the top. Plants, lamps or pictures can be displayed in that small, unfurnishable corner of any room in the house. Bob and Rick show you how to make the leg pattern and fashion this swan neck stand with your router on episode 1109 of the Router Workshop.
The entrance area of our homes is usually untidy with scattered shoes. A solution to this problem is a shoe rack or maybe three or four (depending on how many shoes). On the Router Workshop episode #1110, Bob and Rick design and build a stacking shoe rack to fit every need. Make one or two or more and stack them to take advantage of the space available. Aromatic cedar provides an extra plus in dispensing a pleasing smell in the closet or entrance where the racks are used.
Walnut inlays of heart, diamond, spade and club patterns decorate the game tabletop. Walnut edge trim in the tabletop and three legs contrast with fiberboard made of wheat straw to give a sturdy and pleasing appearance. The six-sided centre column is beveled and positioned to hold the top and the legs. Watch episodes S11E11 Game Table Part 1, Top & S11E12 Game Table Part 2, Legs - of the Router Workshop for details.
Walnut inlays of heart, diamond, spade and club patterns decorate the game tabletop. Walnut edge trim in the tabletop and three legs contrast with fiberboard made of wheat straw to give a sturdy and pleasing appearance. The six-sided centre column is beveled and positioned to hold the top and the legs. Watch episodes S11E11 Game Table Part 1, Top & S11E12 Game Table Part 2, Legs - of the Router Workshop for details.
Every shop and home needs at least two of these sturdy, stacking saw horses. The sloped legs give stability, the enclosed gables give strength, and a handy shelf-spanner separates the legs and stores small items and tools where they are easily accessible. Bob and Rick tell you not to paint or finish your pine horses because the paint will just come off on the project you are working on. Watch Bob and Rick on the Router Workshop and make your own shop horses.
This small desk is designed from a one hundred-year-old antique that was handed down from grandmother to daughter to grand daughter. It features mortise and tenon joinery in the leg system of both the desk and matching bench. There is one drawer for storage and a sloped writing surface with a pencil slot to thrill a preschooler who wishes to mimic big brother or sister by playing "school". Watch episode #1201 of the Router Workshop for building tips from Bob and Rick Rosendahl.
The bedside table is part of a bedroom suite that was built in 1980 out of Zebrawood. Design features include a molded top, molded facings that inset the drawer and a plain base with a top mold. The drawer has dovetail construction and wooden slides. Watch the Router Workshop TV program for building and assembling tips. In Episodes #1202 and #1203, Bob and Rick make the identical bedside table in Oak. 1202. Bedside Table Part 1, Case Work 1203. Bedside Table Part 2, Drawer
Bob's Aunt has used a hexagon stool for seventy years as a telephone seat. The hexagon stool has a six-sided top. The six legs are identical with pattern cuts and beveled slots. They are fastened together with a glued spline system. Special screwing blocks are used to attach the top to the legs. Watch episode #1204 of the Router Workshop for the router procedures used by Bob and Rick Rosendahl in the hexagon stool.
The legs for this table are multi-pieces of thin wood bent in a half circle, glued and clamped in position until set. A stringer between the half circles strengthens and divides the legs. Top rails hold the table together and support the beveled glass top. Watch Bob and Rick in episode #1208 of the Router Workshop for tips on the router construction of the bending fixture and the table parts.
The Queen Anne legs are dovetailed into patterned rails. The low base-table is completed with a molded top to hold the chiffonier chest of drawers or as an accent table for use anywhere in the home or apartment. For router tips and procedures on this base table, watch episode #1209 of the Router Workshop program.
This tall chest of drawers is designed to be a companion to the Lingerie Chest, built in Series 600 of the Router Workshop. Plywood side panels, a molded top, and flush drawers combine to make an exotic furniture piece. We used the Queen Anne base table (episode #1209) as the base for the chiffonier. Dust panels between the drawers act as drawer slides. Watch Bob and Rick Rosendahl rout the pieces for this chiffonier in episodes 1210 and #1211 of the Router Workshop TV program. 1210. Chiffonier Part 1, Case and Panels 1211. Chiffonier Part 2, Drawers.
This box for blankets is paneled on all four sides and constructed of fiber-board made with straw. This material allows either a clear finish (as we have used) or it can be painted or stained as desired. A plain rounded lid and castors for easy moving complete the features of this storage. Watch 'the Router Workshop' Episode #1212 for techniques used by Bob and Rick Rosendahl in the Blanket Box.
This intriguing tray has angled sides, box joints and heart handles. These handy trays make bowls for fruit or snacks, hold mittens or hats, act as a letter holder, picture storage or mail bin. Make several in different sizes. The beveled bottom is glued and wedge-fit inside the tray. The top edge of the tray is also beveled. For tips on compound angles, box joints, heart patterns and beveled sides watch Bob and Rick in episode #1213 of the Router Workshop TV program.
This unique product serves as a dispenser of paper plates, napkins and plastic glasses at a picnic gathering. A carrying handle makes it easily transported. Patterned uprights hold paper plates, glasses and napkins accessible for picnic, cookout and barbecue gatherings. Watch episode 1301 on the Router Workshop to pattern cut parts and join it all to a round oak base with a carrying handle and recessed positions for the salt and pepper shakers.
This three-part project has many interesting router procedures. Angled and shaped legs that are part of the cabinet casework become the frame for the full sized drawer in the bottom server. Dovetails hold the drawer front to the drawer sides. A laid down wide molding on the server top and on the base of the plate hutch tie the two together and produce a pleasing appearance. The plate hutch has three shelves with plate slots to display china plates along the back of the shelves. Cups and saucers can be set in front of the plates. The ends of the hutch are pattern cut. Watch Bob and Rick Rosendahl craft this beautiful dining room piece on episodes S13E02, S13E03 and S13E04
This footstool has short stocky legs that are angled and doweled to fit up through the main surface of the stool. A box jointed frame with a cut out for leg comfort fastens on the footstool surface to hold a comfy cushion in place. Grain direction is important to the strength of the leg fastening. Watch episode #1305 for important details in the construction of the Cherry Footstool.
At 13 years of age, Bob made a table using pine wood and hand tools like a coping saw, files and sandpaper. This episode features that table only this time Bob uses the router and patterns to produce the identical table. Small changes have been made in the construction. For example instead of butt joinery, dados, rabbets and mortise tenon operations were applied. The table has a patterned top with an angle bookshelf below all supported on pattern leg panels. See episode #1306 on the Router Workshop for details of Bob's Table.
This versatile accent table features a triangular shaped lower shelf and three unusual shaped legs with a swinging gate leg that supports the one leaf. There is a top shelf as well just below the main table surface that does not extend below the leaf. This table is designed to go against a wall or in the middle of the room for family or living room comfort. In Episodes S13E07 Round One-Leaf Table, Part 1 & S13E08 Round One-Leaf Table, Part 2, Bob and Rick shape the unusual legs and table features with the router.
This versatile accent table features a triangular shaped lower shelf and three unusual shaped legs with a swinging gate leg that supports the one leaf. There is a top shelf as well just below the main table surface that does not extend below the leaf. This table is designed to go against a wall or in the middle of the room for family or living room comfort. In Episodes S13E07 Round One-Leaf Table, Part 1 & S13E08 Round One-Leaf Table, Part 2, Bob and Rick shape the unusual legs and table features with the router.
This corner accent piece is comprised of three quarter-round shelves fitted into patterned side panels that are joined together at the back with a rabbet-dado. The shelves go from large at the bottom to small at the top. Bob and Rick Rosendahl show circle work and joinery with the router to produce the Smith Shelf in episode #1309 of the Router Workshop TV program.
This small chest has tiles for drawer fronts. The basic black chest accents the earth tone tiles used as drawer fronts, which are glued to the drawer boxes. The drawer boxes have dovetail joinery and fit flush with the chest facings. Small clips between each two-drawer section allow a stacking system that makes it easy to extend the chest to the size desired. A brass knob in the centre of each drawer matches the feet and clips used and set off the tile design in the drawer front. In episode 1310 of the Router Workshop, Bob and Rick guide us step by step through the construction of the Tile Front Chest.
Simple uncluttered lines are used in the design of this ash end table. It features a pull out shelf and a drawer with a routed wooden pull that adds a decorative touch. The pull out shelf makes a convenient spot for lunch or snack dishes or reading material. The attractive grain of the ash wood done in a clear finish produces a clean and simple elegance. For details on the construction of the table and the wooden pull, see episodes S13E11 and S13E12
Simple uncluttered lines are used in the design of this ash end table. It features a pull out shelf and a drawer with a routed wooden pull that adds a decorative touch. The pull out shelf makes a convenient spot for lunch or snack dishes or reading material. The attractive grain of the ash wood done in a clear finish produces a clean and simple elegance. For details on the construction of the table and the wooden pull, see episodes S13E11 and S13E12
Stairs are a very important and functional part of our houses, offices and buildings. This stair has treads and stringers. This gives the stair an open look and is sometimes preferred in a special setting for decorative reasons. The function of stairs is directly related to their construction. Is there room on the tread for a foot? Is the space between the treads even from top to bottom? Is there sufficient head room? Bob and Rick address stair problems and delve into stair planning, needed accessories and router procedures for open stringer stairs on episode #1313 of the Router Workshop.
It is intriguing to open a box and find another box inside and yet another box inside the second one. This idea lends itself to creativity with the choice of wood and joinery. A simple rabbet joint and a double dado have been used to separate the lid from the box bottom. Of course, the trick is to size the boxes so they fit inside one another. A smaller box joined at the corners with a combination joint and a rabbeted lid can be used to store a deck of cards or other small objects. For router tips on building unique boxes watch Episode S14E01
The original server was made of Teakwood. Box joints are used as the joinery in the casework and the drawers. A full-length drawer at the bottom is particularly useful for storing large tablecloths while the three smaller drawers can be used for mats, silverware and other serving necessities. A simple mortise and tenon leg system holds the server at a comfortable user height. Watch episodes S14E02 Dining Room Server, Part 1 & S14E03 Dining Room Server, Part 2 for details of construction in the Dining Room Server.
The original server was made of Teakwood. Box joints are used as the joinery in the casework and the drawers. A full-length drawer at the bottom is particularly useful for storing large tablecloths while the three smaller drawers can be used for mats, silverware and other serving necessities. A simple mortise and tenon leg system holds the server at a comfortable user height. Watch episodes S14E02 Dining Room Server, Part 1 & S14E03 Dining Room Server, Part 2 for details of construction in the Dining Room Server.
Solid wood interior doors are hard to find. This solid ash door is made up of an outside frame of two-inch material with V groove horizontal boards inside the frame. A special tongue and groove bit is used with the router to mill the boards. Measurements and detailed procedures of the Ash Door are shown on episode # 1404 of the Router Workshop.
This antique screen was used to hide the ashes and soot associated with a fireplace during the times when the fireplace was NOT lit. The table/screen surface was usually wood covered with a silk patterned material and glass. When the fireplace was used to produce heat, this screen could be made into a small table to play games or have tea in front of the warm fire. A revolving butterfly support is rotated below to support the table/screen surface on the screen legs. The legs and supports are pattern cut with the router. Watch episode #1405 on the Router Workshop for details of construction of the Fireplace Screen.
This original maple table is designed for a position beside a reading chair. It comes with a surface to set a cup of coffee near at hand. The box jointed tray below can hold magazines or books. The lamp on the upright can be positioned in three different locations for maximum light. A hole and pin system ensures the stability of the lamp. Bob and Rick show router procedures for constructing the Pole Lamp Table on episodes S14E06 Pole Lamp Table, Part 1 & S14E07 Pole Lamp Table, Part 2
This original maple table is designed for a position beside a reading chair. It comes with a surface to set a cup of coffee near at hand. The box jointed tray below can hold magazines or books. The lamp on the upright can be positioned in three different locations for maximum light. A hole and pin system ensures the stability of the lamp. Bob and Rick show router procedures for constructing the Pole Lamp Table on episodes S14E06 Pole Lamp Table, Part 1 & S14E07 Pole Lamp Table, Part 2
The suitcase stand folds for storage. It is comprised of four patterned legs held together with rails and top slats. The legs fold together when not in use. The cross pieces are heavy fabric straps that allow the legs to spread apart to make a light but sturdy stand on which to set a suitcase or other object. This stand is an excellent addition to the guest bedroom. Watch episode #1408 of the TV program the Router Workshop for details on the suitcase stand.
There is no date on this chair but it has passed through more than one family in its existence, which attests to its sturdy construction. This chair can be unbolted to fold it flat making it into a traveling chair of years ago. The interesting pattern work in the chair back, which originally was done with a coping saw, is produced with a pattern, the router and guides. Router joinery holds the leg system together and supports the patterned back and seat frame that was leather covered. Build a travel chair or make them for the dining room by following directions in episodes S14E09 Travel Chair, Part 1 & S14E10 Travel Chair, Part 2
There is no date on this chair but it has passed through more than one family in its existence, which attests to its sturdy construction. This chair can be unbolted to fold it flat making it into a traveling chair of years ago. The interesting pattern work in the chair back, which originally was done with a coping saw, is produced with a pattern, the router and guides. Router joinery holds the leg system together and supports the patterned back and seat frame that was leather covered. Build a travel chair or make them for the dining room by following directions in episodes S14E09 Travel Chair, Part 1 & S14E10 Travel Chair, Part 2
Shutters are used in many places in our homes. They can be closet or cabinet doors. They can be used instead of drapery for window covering or on the outside of the house for decoration of windows. A shutter consists of a framework with wooden louvers applied at an angle. We have chosen to make fixed louver shutters that open by swinging the shutter on hinges. In episode #1411 Bob and Rick show you how to make angle louvers for a shutter with the router and a mitre gauge on the Router Workshop
Angle legs are dovetailed into the rails to support this small table. Bob and Rick used white ash in episode #1412 of the Router Workshop TV program to produce this dainty side or occasional table that fits anywhere. Clean lines and beautiful wood add to its attractiveness. Fasten the top to the leg system with divots in the rails that hold the screwing hardware.
The router is the tool of choice for trimming, fitting and cutting laminates, counter topping and veneers. Bob and Rick show simple procedures with the router to make that counter top a professional fit. Manufactured marble cuts well with the router. A counter with a 45-degree splice can be professionally cut with the router. Edge trimming or inlaid wood in the counter edging is best done with the router. Watch episode #1413 for counter top tips and router procedures on the Router Workshop.