How to Use a Drywall Router

Making cutouts for electrical boxes is quick and easy with this compact power tool. Our instructional video will help you figure out how to use the tool effectively.

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[traviswebster]

Thank you, quick-easy-informative is what we're all after. You save us time-money and we appreciate you.

[dronescanhelp]

The clockwise and counterclockwise tip is a game changer

[stephenhamilton]

Just got one. Good info about the directions to go. I’m doing the insulation plasterboard tomorrow. If there any long bits to cut through the drywall and the insulated part at the back? I can’t find any anywhere

[ronjohnston]

What kind of router and bit you never say

[frazzle]

I'm confused why it would be easier in the other direction for interior? Your just following one line. The router doesn't know if it's in or out

[DriversFromHere]

And all the dust stays in the wall… genius!

[pat]

It's not that easy! I've destroyed about seven or eight plastic boxes so far while I'm learning.