I am almost set to start replacing worktops in my kitchen and have had a couple of practice runs at creating joints on offcuts. The problems that I have encountered are:
The jig moved very slightly (but making a considerable difference) - I guess that just involves using more clamps.
The router burnt the wood (also not doing the cutter much good either) - I think I turned the speed up too high and didn't move the router fast enough - it seemed like it might be difficult to move at the speed required. Is it better to have a slow speed and move the router slowly?
Biggest problem - router bit not long enough to go through jig, collet and worktop - are longer router bits available? I will be cutting 38mm worktop. I did move the bit down in the holder - this resulted in a horrible screeching sound as I cut and I was worried that the bit wasn't held securely enough.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated.
The jig moved very slightly (but making a considerable difference) - I guess that just involves using more clamps.
The router burnt the wood (also not doing the cutter much good either) - I think I turned the speed up too high and didn't move the router fast enough - it seemed like it might be difficult to move at the speed required. Is it better to have a slow speed and move the router slowly?
Biggest problem - router bit not long enough to go through jig, collet and worktop - are longer router bits available? I will be cutting 38mm worktop. I did move the bit down in the holder - this resulted in a horrible screeching sound as I cut and I was worried that the bit wasn't held securely enough.
Any advice will be greatly appreciated.