Which Router Bit to Make a Flat Cut?

[Markos]

Hi,

I'm very new to the use of routers.

I've had my walls skimmed and now the walls stand a mm or two proud of the door frame. I'm putting on new architrave and so that it sits onto the door frame (flush) I want to reduce the thickness of the architrave that overlaps the wall. Do you call this a recess?

Anyway, I've got a router, but no "bits". What do I need to go and buy "bit" wise?

 

[Jasonb]

Hardest part will be holding the architrave still while you route it, it will need to be layed face down.

You can then make several passes at 2-3mm deep using the router fence against the outside of the architrave. something like the T219M will be the best bet as its more useful in the future than a surfacing bit

 

[oilman]

It would be better to buy a small router table to hold the router, then move the wood. You should also have feather boards. Alternatively buy a rabbit or rebate plane and do it by hand. See here for router info. here for rebate plane.

 

[Markos]

Thankyou both for your advice - much appreciated.

 

[soaringjock]

might be easier trimming the plaster.