The WORST router flush trimming MISTAKES (You’re doing it WRONG)

YOU are flush trimming on the router the wrong way! In this video, I demonstrate the wrong way and the correct techniques to improve your ROUTER skills. Learn which router bits are best along with how to use acrylic templates to maximize efficiency on creating woodworking projects with the router.

Links to tools and templates below ⬇️

Acrylic Templates ⬇️

SVG FILES for cnc ⬇️

X Fasten Tape ⬇️

1/4″ Flush Trim Bit ⬇️

My favorite Flush trim bit ⬇️

Router Bushing Guides for Inlays or Dish Platters ⬇️

1/4″ Bit for Dish Platters or Inlays ⬇️

1/8″ Bit for Dish Platters or Inlays ⬇️

Total Boat Wood Honey: ⬇️

Mirka 1.25" sander: ⬇️

[thomasm]

These are great tips and I don’t mind the humor or swearing. It’s a nice change of pace from the “typical” videos

[scytaleghola]

I hardly ever make snap judgements, but this is the first video of yours I've seen and it was well thought out, informative, and genuinely funny (not cheesy). I look forward to watching more of your work.
PS, Your wife is such a good sport - nice touch!

[motorbreathblake]

Cheers! I appreciate the advice. Never thought to soften the edges with water to avoid bad tear out. You learn something new every day.

[mathewcampbell]

Nice tips mate. And thanks for being genuine. No problems with swearing like a trooper - especially with yourself.

[dustygirlcarver]

I've purchased a few of your templates and they have been on the shelf. So thankful to see this how-to. They fact that you are kewl as hell is a bonus.

[mailmusic]

I love you're no nonsense way of describing what it is that you are job....I am a subscriber!

[gpdoyon]

This was the first video I watched from you. I loved it! You do a great job. You weren’t kidding! That little sander is EXPENSIVE! Subscribed!

[trumpetflowerII]

ABFAB. Absolutely the best presentation of valuable points, and supplying a comprehensive list of suppliers. Many thanks Donnie.

[motzmgn]

Thanks for this video! Super helpful - I've bought a bunch of your templates and now I just need to make a ton of Christmas gifts with them. Going to the garage to try out the water on the edges trick now! Also going to practice on some softer common board. I always like to "go big or go home" so I got a bunch of hardwood to make projects with, but maybe a practice board or two wouldn't hurt after hearing your tips :)

[automaticprojects]

Terrific video and tips. I’ve been doing this years but learned some great tips and also very handy to see tips I had seen before well explained in one place.

[kenord]

Cool job mate, thanks for all the tips, I’m an ex- mechanic, retired and learning how to munch up wood

[themunns]

Thanks for the video! I don’t have a table, rather just a palm router. I’ve noticed the slower the speed on the palm router, the less tear out. Will try the water trick

[bretc]

Thanks for the router advice. I’ll always keep in mind, maintaining my work on the frontside of the router bit.
I had some issues routing inside holes with a template. Holy cow, it was pretty spooky for a beginner.

[markk]

One of the scarier things to happen in woodworking is when a router bit catches the grain the wrong way and sends the piece flying. Despite being observant and careful, it happens. I bought an expensive bit just because of the issue, Whiteside Model UDC9112 Spiral Combination for about $200. It's not a 100% effective, but it is much better than anything else I've tried. As you mentioned in the video, it's very important to get within 1/8" or less to the finished line. I'm going to try your water trick next time, never saw that before. Thanks for posting. Mark

[brucehabercom]

Great video…appreciate the advice. So new at using my router this is a great help.

[johnford]

Good video. A lot of useful advice and an interesting project. Thank you for sharing.

[jolox.]

Just starting on my router journey. Thanks for the tips!

[ShowLocalTV]

This is the video i needed for my project... Thank you sir... Thank you YouTube 🎉

[jt]

I'm going to be buying my first trim router pretty soon, so your tips will certainly come in handy. Thanks very much and hi from Calgary, Alberta, Canada! :) Oh, the router I'll be getting is a RIDGID corded 1/4" shank.

[fsb]

Pre diabetic ... I had to start following you