I’ve done this a few times but lost my guide so screwed a block to the router base where it would center the groove..but I’ll stop my groove before the end of slab on both sides to have the guide completely hidden..I worked with a guy that was trying to do it on a table saw on the ground but as you can imagine moving a solid core door vertically down a table saw & had to do 3 passes was wobbly at best..he also tried to do one standing the door up & got on a ladder with a circular saw.. this is the only way to go..thanks for sharing
That's a great way to do it, and I've done that where high-end jobs demand it because it's an excellent and professional touch. Sounds like you know what you're doing. Thanks for watching
That is a straight bit 3/8" thick. They're available at homed depot and Lowes. When it comes to router bits, don''t buy the cheap ones. Go with more expensive brands like Diablo or Bosch. The cheaper ones are available in the same section, but they usually don't work well or if the do, they don't last. I'm not against buying some cheap tools, but when it comes to router bits, I always get the good ones. Thanks for watching.
I'm glad you found it useful. I typically use a straight bit of 1/4" and that fits most bottom guides. Too big and they flop around, too tight and they can bind. Thanks for watching.
Thank you so much for posting. About to do this, but can’t seem to find a Dewalt router with that right angle jig guide you have. Did you buy that separately? Jason in SC
Most routers come with something like that. Dewalt is a great brand, I'd be shocked if they don't sell something. If not, just get a Rigid corded trim router. IT's small, powerful and not too expensive and it has a nice jig in it. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for the response. Got my router and bit like yours now, but how did you manage to get the notch so centered? My test pieces are very… not centered. There is probably an easy way to do this. I just cannot figure it out.
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curious question is that a masonite door you are using? and can you do this to a masonite door if I needed to?
The brand of the door is irrelevant as long as the bottom solid. A hollow door has about an inch of wood on the bottom and could accept a 1/2" groove on the bottom. A solid door could accept a deeper groove regardless of what brand it is. Thanks for watching
It's called a router. The large version is often called a "bench" or "shop" router. The smaller versions are called "trim" routers. Thanks for watching.
I’ve done this a few times but lost my guide so screwed a block to the router base where it would center the groove..but I’ll stop my groove before the end of slab on both sides to have the guide completely hidden..I worked with a guy that was trying to do it on a table saw on the ground but as you can imagine moving a solid core door vertically down a table saw & had to do 3 passes was wobbly at best..he also tried to do one standing the door up & got on a ladder with a circular saw.. this is the only way to go..thanks for sharing
That's a great way to do it, and I've done that where high-end jobs demand it because it's an excellent and professional touch. Sounds like you know what you're doing. Thanks for watching
You covered all the details in a short and right to the point. Thx mate for the tips
I appreciate the kind words. thanks for watching.
Fantastic video! Thank you.
That's great to hear. I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.
Spot on Thank you for this helpful tutorial
I'm glad you found it helpful. These things are tricky so I'm happy to pass on some of my knowledge. Thanks for watching.
Hello, what is the spectra of the bit? Where do I find the exact similar one .
Thanks so much, your videos are awesome.
That is a straight bit 3/8" thick. They're available at homed depot and Lowes. When it comes to router bits, don''t buy the cheap ones. Go with more expensive brands like Diablo or Bosch. The cheaper ones are available in the same section, but they usually don't work well or if the do, they don't last. I'm not against buying some cheap tools, but when it comes to router bits, I always get the good ones. Thanks for watching.
Thank you so much, just what I needed to know. Appreciate the clear instructions 👍💥
Very welcome. Always happy to share these experiences. Thanks for watching
Very helpful, thanks! What type of bit did you use for the router? Thanks again
I'm glad you found it useful. I typically use a straight bit of 1/4" and that fits most bottom guides. Too big and they flop around, too tight and they can bind. Thanks for watching.
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Thank you so much for posting. About to do this, but can’t seem to find a Dewalt router with that right angle jig guide you have. Did you buy that separately? Jason in SC
Most routers come with something like that. Dewalt is a great brand, I'd be shocked if they don't sell something. If not, just get a Rigid corded trim router. IT's small, powerful and not too expensive and it has a nice jig in it. Thanks for watching.
Thank you for the response. Got my router and bit like yours now, but how did you manage to get the notch so centered? My test pieces are very… not centered. There is probably an easy way to do this. I just cannot figure it out.
curious question is that a masonite door you are using? and can you do this to a masonite door if I needed to?
The brand of the door is irrelevant as long as the bottom solid. A hollow door has about an inch of wood on the bottom and could accept a 1/2" groove on the bottom. A solid door could accept a deeper groove regardless of what brand it is. Thanks for watching
Good video, Thanks!
I'm glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.
What is the name of this tool
It's called a router. The large version is often called a "bench" or "shop" router. The smaller versions are called "trim" routers. Thanks for watching.
@@askillthatpays thank you
Fantastic tutorial!! Thanks!
You're welcome and thank YOU for watching. I appreciate it.