Best Way To Use A Woodworking Router For Beginners! A total beginner guide on how to use a woodworking router the best way, which router to buy for specific purposes, woodworking router safety tips, and more!
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@paulsanabria89776 жыл бұрын
I just want to say ...that's a nice piece of trim.. Thanks for the video. The kids in my group will be watching this soon. Will post it on Instagram when we do. Then I'll ask them what they want for the next educational tool video.
@VCGConstruction6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Paulie we really appreciate it! Keep up the awesome work you’re doing with the children!!
@paulsanabria89776 жыл бұрын
VCG Construction you're contributing as well. It takes a village
@douglaselliott30022 жыл бұрын
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@elizabethr72495 жыл бұрын
As a newbie to using power tools, I wanted to thank you for the way you teach us beginners. You are uplifting, funny, and patient. I often fear hurting myself with powerful tools but you've presented this in a way I feel very confident and excited to begin. Thank you again!!!
@johnthomas4243 жыл бұрын
I personally really appreciate you taking your time step-by-step explaining everything and showing the necessary steps especially rounding off the corners.
@gabechavez6783 жыл бұрын
Glad this is the first how to router video I watched. I’m a beginner so I didn’t even know what a router does. Thanks for the video
@elidames68895 жыл бұрын
As someone who is building their first electric guitar, and had no idea about these things, I greatly appreciate this. Also, that smile when you talk about certain tricks reminds me of my old shop teacher. Gratification from teaching, gotta love it.
@suzanne89705 жыл бұрын
OK....as a 71 yo woman new to woodworking, I loved your lesson. I really appreciated the safety advice, the helpful tips, the great close up photography and your positive upbeat personality. GREAT video. THANK YOU!
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Suzanne we appreciate that!!
@carleeon50515 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking me to school
@captaincoyote17923 жыл бұрын
You, my friend, are an exceptional instructor. I’m retired military and retired law enforcement....my experience is that in both of my careers, the best instructors were those that assumed nothing of their class, and taught to the most ignorant student. Since I retired, I’ve developed an interest in woodworking....I had no idea what a “router” was. That said, I recently inherited my wife’s father’s tools (those that his numerous sons and daughters didn’t want). While I didn’t get his router, I did get 20+ quality router bits. I almost took them to Goodwill...but now watching your video, has me thinking seriously about buying a router. I appreciate how you talked “to” -- not “at”-- the camera...you actually reminded me of some of my favorite Officers--especially with those blue “tactical” specs!!! Nice job....Bravo-Zulu on your presentation, AND your on-camera persona! (Now, to talk my wife, who still works, into how I “need” another power tool!!)
@keithwoodcrest3 жыл бұрын
Feel the same way about these videos (and routers). Thanks for your service and good luck with your routing!
@GT_09_Actual2 жыл бұрын
The place I come to when I need to learn something my father didn't teach me 😂. Appreciate it man
@shmackbunz19175 жыл бұрын
15:58 "Have FUN!" followed by 2 blinks to signal hes being held hostage and forced to film DIY videos at gunpoint. I'm subscribing just to verify this man doesn't suddenly disappear from future videos.
@g2DN2aTYHzNsVR6o3 жыл бұрын
I've never used a router before, and wanted to watch some how-tos on them before I buy one for a project. This is the best video I've seen. This guy is a natural teacher, anticipating each question and answering it before it comes up, showing things multiple times... Great video!
@zephead69zoo925 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. I just bought my first router and watched several videos but they lost me after about 30 seconds;) This video was perfect and it was like a buddy in my garage teaching me.
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! We are glad this helped!
@keithwoodcrest3 жыл бұрын
Boy did I need this video. I’m not necessarily a beginner, but also not necessarily a pro either and am branching out into finer woodworking (versus construction) and haven’t had any hands on experience with a router but am in the market for one. Never understood how the corners get met up like that for that perfect uniform look - and now I do. Been a follower for a while and have been pointed in the direction of a bunch of great deals and now some great info. Thanks, dude! 🤘👍
@teresagriffin3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! I am 62 and Learning to router MDF for Epoxy Resin Art and Countertops. I’ve been doing the Stone Coat Epoxy for about 3 years. Now, I want to do my own substrates!
@canisamator79373 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thanks! this was really really helpful! I've been wanting so much to get into basic woodworking and have a couple saws & sanders but there's only so much one can do. I have my dads router but after a stroke, it's hard for him to teach me since his speech is limited. He used to make me such cool stuff was I was a teen. I wish I had been interested back then so I could have learned,
@davidahart24762 жыл бұрын
I'm kinda in the same boat, I inherited my parents place after my mom passed, I have a lot of my dads power tools. I'm disabled and just want to build simple things ie birdhouses, bird feeders.
@snipderdon4 жыл бұрын
For sure TIGHTEN IT DOWN. I cannot stress that enough lol. As a new woodworker, I used a router for the first time and I almost did what the say in the movie Christmas Story, "you'll shoot your eye out." Thank God it went past my head and not through it. At 27,000 RPM, that thing flew off faster than a jet, hit a few walls and by the time I found the bit, it was bent. Thanks for the video!!
@pinkgirlsuzi2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the router video. I'm currently turning an acoustic Baby Grand Piano into a Digital one by installing a Digital keyboard into the shell of an early 1900s Baby Grand piano. However, I'm remaking the Fallboard because the Digital Keyboard is deeper than the original keyboard so the old Fallboard doesn't fit. Anyway, I'm no carpenter but I am able to pull things off sometimes. Your video is going to help me as I wanted to round over the front edge of my Fallboard. I'm hoping to learn how to use the router for more things as well. I may not be a newby to power tools but I still learn more with every project I do. Thank you again. Having professionals like you who are willing to help those of us who want to learn how to diy is such an awesome thing and so generous of you to share your knowledge and skill.
@Loki_Dokie Жыл бұрын
Love your teaching style. Dumb it down while not making anyone feel dumb. Now I need a router 😊 Cheers!
@CaptRich-bi3gp3 жыл бұрын
Hadn't run a router in oh probably 30 years thought a refresher might be in order. Didn't really pick up anything new but really appreciate and enjoyed your delivery/teaching style. The kind of guy I could hang out, throw back some cold ones and hash out project ideas. Thanx bud. 👍
@kermitefrog644 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the informative video. Wood working is completely new to me but with COVID-19 to keep from going crazy I am picking up new skills. I have never used a router. It was just recently when I picked up a Hitachi 10" table saw and Metabo 12" miter side slide. Recently after looking at a number of KZfaq videos I made a 6' high and 5' tall set of storage shelves for the first time and put it together with 16d nails and finally went to 3 1/4 torx screws and it was all made from old fencing material so I ripped the 4x4's to make 2x4's and used the cedar fence boards for the shelves.
@reneejohnson89634 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! I have been using a DeWalt palm router for years and now I finally got a Bosch 1617 EVS router and a router table and am working with 4x4's. I appreciate the help with the Bosch!
@clydelewis8505 жыл бұрын
Thanks, this is what I needed. I just bought a Rigid router. I made the mistake as you pointed out of buying the small one and took it back and got the larger one. I'm planning to do a simple shelf using the round over bit. I did a couple of trial runs and still learning.
@crossfitconfessions2 жыл бұрын
Vince and VCG does some of the BEST videos for beginners and test for tradesmen.
@icespeckledhens5 жыл бұрын
We had to do all this by hand in the 60's, either with a smoothing plane to take the corner off or a wooden moulding plane, which could be as fancy as you wanted!! Thanks for the video, you covered safety and sensible use of the router to make a simple moilding. Thanks James
@agwbcfjc24 жыл бұрын
I have never used a router before. This video was very helpful. You have taken some of the mystery out of using this tool. Now I am ready to buy one and start experimenting. Thank you!
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, glad it is helpful!
@SuperBigsal4 жыл бұрын
Just recently bought a dewalt fixed/plunge router and I was a bit intimidated about using it but after watching a few videos (to include this one) I feel a lot more confident in using my new router. I will say it is a game changer!!!
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Awesome Matthew, glad the video is helpful for you!
@benculp9225 жыл бұрын
It would be great if you could do more videos like this on how to do things. I know a lot of your viewing audience is more advanced users or professional contractors but these type of videos are golden for people in the DIY crowd like myself who hasn't used a router in more than a decade but would like to get back to doing these types of things
@dolly2801564 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I just bought a router and have never used one before so I really appreciated your video. I am off work due to covid19. Please keep teaching people like me.
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dolly, hope you’re well
@danidaniel15314 жыл бұрын
Hey what is The exact name of the machine and how much it costs? Thank you!!
@dolly2801564 жыл бұрын
@@danidaniel1531 $129 Canadian. Canadian Tire store in Toronto. It's the stores brand which is maximum.
@danidaniel15314 жыл бұрын
@@dolly280156 thank you so much!!!
@fredzag2452 Жыл бұрын
Thanks alot . Watching you operate the router made me feel confident and at ease.
@Grimsthorpe4 жыл бұрын
I have recently purchased a router. They have always intimidated me, but your video simplified things wonderfully. I have a 2” x 3” x 8’ piece of wood that I want/need to round to make a railing down into my basement. In the past, I would have crudely rounded it with my palm sander, but now? Now I am actually going to take that big brute out of its snug plastic home and give it a whirl. Now my router has both a fixed and a plunge base. I have no idea which I should be using, but will google that before jumping in. Thanks for the really solid video, and yes, I did subscribe. Cheers.
@PuterExpertCustomPrinting4 жыл бұрын
you explain how to use a router very well you are a very good teacher well done and thank you
@61mhall3 жыл бұрын
Thank you soooo much!!! I’m a beginner woodworker (and Philadelphia born). I can’t wait to play with different router bits.
@VCGConstruction3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@BJ-hb4pc4 жыл бұрын
Good stuff. First time I used my router I went in the wrong direction. Yikes! You give clear and concise instructions. I’ll continue to watch. Thanks!
@malachivann76434 жыл бұрын
Superb instruction video guys!! Just got a router for Christmas and this helped immensely. Ten fold better than the other videos I watched. I’m subscribed and notified of all your vids from now on. Great channel. Keep it up!
@maryyudes48843 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help I started my wood working Business this last year , I have the bigger Bosch Router and smaller router. Thanks for Educating me one how to use very helpful
@JaronPope Жыл бұрын
Vince is looking jacked in this video! Thank you for the education brother!
@tvfrance36675 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the relaxed commentary. Appreciate the beginners lesson!
@rodrigo591ify5 жыл бұрын
Damnation, it was about time someone knowledgeable about basic router use got up a video on the very basics of such a fine tool. He seems to either remember how he got taught or remember how he would have liked to be taught. Thanks a million Sir. Into the workshop I now go... gonna make me some roundovers.
@greggpospiel6292 жыл бұрын
thanks, great video and tips, I just built my first workbench and just got my first router and jigsaw from the amazon drone LOL, both by Bosch. I'm planning to learn guitar and mandolin building and repair and need all the help I can get. My grandmothers family made musical instruments back in Calabria in the early 1900's, Unfortunately I never got to see any of them but I want to try and carry on the tradition in her memory.
@sharonaleshire15564 жыл бұрын
Yes, thanks so much for this lesson. I have a router that’s been waiting on me to get the courage to begin. I appreciate your tips and the encouragement to get started ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sharon we appreciate that!
@brendaharrelson45872 жыл бұрын
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@dustin1465 жыл бұрын
Best router tutorial I've found! Very helpful as I'm making my own trim and I've never used a router before.
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Glad this helped Dustin!
@dtwistrewind73615 жыл бұрын
I know plenty of people that were scared off of routers as they were never shown how to use it, the first time it pulled them across the wood they gave up, all due to running in the wrong direction, it's sad really as routers are so versatile and because of that well worth the investment.
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
I agree, just need someone to show them!!
@OpenCourse5565 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the video, I haven't touched a router since shop class 20 years ago and to say I am rusty is and understatement.
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Glad it’s helpful, thanks!
@Mocha69A4 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. Your a good safe teacher. Haven't worked with router since high school woodworking class
@hectorromero93255 жыл бұрын
I'm a beginner at routing. I must say this is one of the best on " how to do instructions" I have seen. Keep up the good work my friend.
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thanks hector we appreciate it!
@rafaelramos14865 жыл бұрын
Outstanding instructional video one of the best I've seen
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rafael!!
@joshuahorne9635 Жыл бұрын
This tutorial was very helpful for my first run using a router. Thank you!
@ant777able3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud👍 just starting wood working, 65 year old Rookie 👍👍
@stuartwilson38424 жыл бұрын
Thank you tons of help just starting out learning a lot from your videos
@justinpennington47225 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video! Have a few years of ground up residential construction, but have always had bought trim installed. Remodeling my own house and wanted to know how to use a router with just jumping into it. No need for me to watch other videos now. Thank you sir. One and done.
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
You got it Justin! Thank you
@pdoell3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. I have a nice Bosch router that I bought years ago for a project. Think its was a little intimidating the one time I used it. Hoping to break it out to make some of our projects look a little more finished. Sure your video will help.
@no_handle_required Жыл бұрын
I love this guy, it's like watching wise guys working wood.
@rodw5 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done !! Thanks Vince and Nick for sharing your thoughts and videos, Rodney P.S. As a newbie to woodworking this was perfect for me I appreciate your time and effort to helping us learn how to make projects like these.
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rodney we appreciate it!!
@abefunness5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video! somehow a great “how to use a router” video was hard find. Then this one popped up and it was totally worth it!
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thank you we appreciate it!
@mikeroten68946 жыл бұрын
ive owned or used pretty much every router made and in my opinion you cant beat that bosch 2 1/4 hp duel base. its the best mix of power and verasatility thanks for the vid great info
@Notcoldwater2 жыл бұрын
I have recently started woodworking, I really enjoy it. I want round edges on my chair arms and also would like to engrave designs on some of my projects and also to get a professional look.
@billonthehill99844 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips... Doing my research on all things routers currently. Got my eye on the Bosch 1617EVS routers and/or the plunge kit too... You've helped to take a little bit of the mystery out of it for me sir... Thanks again, Bill on the Hill, Vermont... :~)
@tomtran44315 жыл бұрын
On hardwood may be hard to do.Thanks you .You give me great tip.
@KonwTheTrut3 жыл бұрын
I'm about to get my first router and possibly a table for it. I really appreciate this video.
@ccchicken88895 жыл бұрын
Now this was big help for a total noob lol. I liked how you explain all the details like how you do something, but also why you do it that way. Thanks and subbed!
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thank you chicken! Welcome to the #verycoolgang
@seanbennett60084 жыл бұрын
I love woodwork eversince I did basic woodwork at school but didn’t learn to use any other tools until afterwards due to health and safety. I did work experience at The Doyle Centre which was in Exmouth in Devon only to then be very sadly knocked down by some builders. There I learnt to finally use a drill and even did basic plumbing, Sparex Tractor Parts packaging training. And even gardening, cookery and other things like doing meals like tuna and pasta bake ect. Most of them were disabled there so only the rest of us who were abledly people could use things like drills and other tools.
@vernspence32432 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed your show on using a router. You did a masterful job on getting the average person to learn how to use the router. Thank you
@richardlundy69502 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking time to share. Us beginners need all the help we can get. You are the best. A+
@garys87545 жыл бұрын
Nicely done. Sensible and easy to understand. Thank you for emphasizing safety and for the over the shoulder power cord tip.
@ArchWayE3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for teaching me how to use a router as I am learning to do a round over on my desktop.
@InLawsAttic Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much; excellent teaching!
@teresagriffin3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! My main interest was to learn depth setting for simple round over. I needed to understand where that bearing is supposed to be set.
@kampfrau14 жыл бұрын
This Texas girl is in love with your accent 😍 doesn't hurt that you are an outstanding teacher as well 👏
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the awesome feedback Mollie! Glad too help you learn!
@feelingquilty13 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video. I'm the kind of girl that would let go of something with so much power when it vibrated in my hands.. Watching this video helped me feel confident enough to get my router out and see what some of those really cool bits can do. Thanks to your cameraman for getting clear pictures of what the router really does. High Five!!
@johnd-jwear65905 жыл бұрын
Awesome vid. I was looking at this router at the local hardware store. Your teaching technique is very good
@VCGConstruction5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Johnd!!
@johnmccracken64973 жыл бұрын
Hey, just a Bosch router for Christmas. That helped a lot! Thanks!!!!!!!
@neilstubbs45753 жыл бұрын
Very good video. I have routers and a router table that I inherited, that I've never used yet. Didn't know enough about these tools and knew next to nothing about the bits.
@craignichols46342 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for keeping it super simple!
@JustinDowDIYcentralhighway4 жыл бұрын
Thanks brotha Vince. Just picked up a Ridgid Router. Going to try my luck with it today ☕️😎🤙
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Good luck buddy, it’ll be a breeze!
@deldeek4 жыл бұрын
After watching this now I can’t wait to have some fun with a router and a piece of wood 😀
@eneriquebaptiste28303 жыл бұрын
Love your enthusiasm. Going to get a router now. Thx.
@bujoun764 жыл бұрын
Just bought a table saw and the same router. Can't wait to get these bad boys fired up..! Thanks for the video.
@tammysanders51143 жыл бұрын
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@anthonybacon7073 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I got a new router table for Christmas this year. You video is very informative.
@mikesmag12073 жыл бұрын
Thanks you made it look easy and you know what it was I appreciate your help.
@VCGConstruction3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@EdgeloopAcademy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video! So helpful!
@FlipIrish Жыл бұрын
Thank you OG for taking the time to train newbies.
@VCGConstruction Жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@lynkpaul333 жыл бұрын
Second step, make sure you have no paranormal activity in your area.....lol
@1TomWalker3 жыл бұрын
I’m a newbie. Your explanation was very helpful. Thanks for going slow and explaining everything as you went along. You’re an entertaining guy as well.
@t.dubbya7000 Жыл бұрын
What a great video! You're thorough but keep it simple. Thank you! I just bought the exact same router and am feeling a bit overwhelmed at the thought of using it.
@reginabanks27404 жыл бұрын
thank you for taking your time and explaining it to us .
@aidamontalvo98554 жыл бұрын
Just want to say that I always go to KZfaq when I want to learn the safe way to use any manual or electric tool. I thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. I'm still a little scare to use the machine but now with a little know how I'm sure I can master it. Thanks Again.
@johnairborne173rd2 жыл бұрын
This video helped me out a lot thank you very much very well explained thank you
@danielb76604 жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I am handy but my router has never seen the light of day. Thanks! This is going to help me out a lot.
@dashcammer43224 жыл бұрын
Another beginner tip: In addition to wearing eye protection when running any power tool and many non-powered tools, it's wise to get a pair of electronic earmuffs (like you might use at the indoor pistol range), and wear them when running most power tools. Routers, saws, jointers, and so forth. Unlike dumb muffs or earplugs, you can hear what's going on around you, people talking, etc, so you're less tempted to take them off as often. Much like a finger or an eye, once your hearing goes, you're not getting it back.
@ratansharma9513 жыл бұрын
It is not a beginners tip but a human touch! Anytime, a human touch means a lot more than being just a mere technician. Mother Nature's gifts have to be taken care of.
@MrPete1x4 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you. Here in the UK we would never put a cord carrying 240 volts near our body!
@Speedster27074 жыл бұрын
I'm a newbie to routing. Still learning. Thanks. I just bought that router, so the vid was spot on.
@johncervantes43723 жыл бұрын
Clean video just bought a. Router thanks
@dugan60564 жыл бұрын
You had me pinned in your first sentence. Sitting here with a big black and yellow monster in my hands. First steps. Thank you.
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dugan!
@jorrba39344 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot. I'm building a bay window seating and needed some simple lessons. I have pretty much have all the tools except a router. I think haveing two different bits would be good enough. 👍
@guitarlessonswithtommymerr28674 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I'm totally new to routers that this explained all that I needed to get started. I'm building out my studio for my free video guitar lessons and some chair rail is going to great. Thanks VCG. Also, I liked the free moving camera as opposed to lots of angles and editing. Made it feel like we were in the shop with ya!
@VCGConstruction4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the awesome feedback tommy! Glad we could help!
@TheJosephPhillips4 жыл бұрын
Lol I can't believe out of saws, drills, etc, etc.. the router is something I've never picked up before, and within a few days I'm making furniture that is half decent.. next up fender strat style guitar body.. kind of the reason I picked up a router in the first place.. excellent video as always 👍👍
@jeremiahsandstrom2 жыл бұрын
I also want to say thank you! That was informative 👍
@thermicphil4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks for sharing your knowledge.
@rafaelramos14863 жыл бұрын
Great instructional video one of the best i have seen
@rayquackenbush46094 жыл бұрын
Just getting into using a router you were very informative. Will be back.
@paulsworkshop41794 жыл бұрын
It's been many years since I used a router. (router table actually, 8th grade shop class) Good tips here. I'm looking forward to trying out some techniques. Great channel!