How To Make a Folding Router Table
More in Home Improvement
Step 1: Cut a Hole for the Router
Use a router lift to determine the dimensions for cutting out the hole in the router table top, which will be made from melamine. Make two cuts in the piece of melamine: first cut out the hole for the router lift, then use a trim router with a rabbeting bit to cut a lip inside the router lift hole. Make sure the lip is the correct depth to support the router lift so that the lift stays in place and is flush to the table top. Screw a piano hinge onto one edge of the sheet of melamine.
Step 2: Make the Supports for the Table
Make the support for the router table out of three pieces of wood -- two legs and a cross brace that runs between them. Build the legs to the height needed. Attach hinges to the top of each of the legs. The hinges will attach the legs to the top of the table.
Step 3: Attach the Table to the Wall
Attach a ledger to the wall where the table will be mounted, then screw the other half of the piano hinge to the ledger. Screw the leg hinges underneath the piece of melamine. The table should be able to fold up against the wall. Use a hasp from the hardware store, or use a couple of blocks of wood to act as the lock for the table.
Was this project helpful?
Advertisement
from:
Thought you had it covered?
Tell us what you need, and we'll help you find the best service providers in your area.
Find your DIY inspiration or just steal ideas from the best renovations and remodels done by the DIY Network pros.
COMMENT ON THIS PROJECT
Sign in
All fields are required.
Signing in
Please enter your email address and we will send your password
E-mail Address
Your password has been sent and should arrive in your mailbox very soon.
Not a member?
Sign up with DIY Network to share tips with other do-it-yourselfers and comment and ask questions on projects.
It's free and easy.
