Things You'll Need:
- Safety glasses
- Ear plugs
- Router table
- Router bits
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Step 1
Install the first bit suggested by the manufacturer to create the desired moulding. Raise or lower the router as needed. Also, set the fence according to the depth of the router bit. Bits with a deep profile require moving the fence back a little at a time.
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Step 2
Remove the first bit and install the second, following manufacturer's instructions as you did with the first one. Be careful: The bits spin fast enough to take the end of your finger off. Turn off the router when you move the fence or make other adjustments.
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Step 3
Let the router reach its fastest rotation before running the wood through it. Keep the wood moving at a steady pace to keep the wood from burning.
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Step 4
Look for the Rough SpotsPlace the finished moulding under a light and carefully inspect it. Router bits can cause rough spots or splinters that can be difficult to see until the finish is applied.
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Step 5
Sand the moulding with fine grade sandpaper. Remember to work the sandpaper in the same direction as the wood grain. Apply thin coats of sanding sealer and rub the moulding with fine steel wool between each coat.
