• Blog
  • About
  • Press
  • Privacy

Let’s be social!

  • Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Sawdust 2 Stitches

Sawdust 2 Stitches

  • Tutorials
    • Around the House
    • Organization
    • Wall Decor
    • Sewing
  • Makeovers
    • R.V.
    • Room Makeover
    • Furniture Makeover
    • Decor Makeover
  • Build Plans
    • Small Builds
    • Wall Decor
    • Dresser
    • Tables
    • Seating
    • Shelving
    • Hidden Compartment
  • Seasonal
    • Summer
    • Spring
    • Fall
    • Winter
  • Home Tours
    • First Home
    • Current Home
    • 70’s Ranch Home
  • Workshop

Router Table Station/Solution

August 30, 2015

This is awesome! A pull out router table that locks in place, with plenty of bit storage! www.sawdust2stitches.com  So if you have read more than one of my posts, you have probably  gathered that I am an organization enthusiast. I like everything to have a place, and I love it when everything is in it’s place.  Well, the past few months I have been busy customizing my workshop . I am getting so close! One of the last projects that I needed to take on was a place for my router table.  I wanted it to be easily accessible, but let’s be honest it is not my most used tool, so I also didn’t want it taking up valuable work space.   This was my solution…

 Now let me preface this is not build plans.  I figure the odds of anybody having this exact space as mine was slim to none.  Instead I will be breaking down step-by-step how I did it.

 Here is where I started.  I cut a piece of 3/4″ plywood down to fit within my allotted space.  I then cut out a hole  that would accommodate my router.

  Router Table Station www.sawdust2stitches.com

 I then made supports for the bottom of the shelf, using cut offs of my plywood. (Approximately the dimensions of a 1×3″)

Router Table Station 2 www.sawdust2stitches.com

pull out router table www.sawdust2stitches.com

Once the top of the table was assembled, I began to the tray that will serve as the pull-out drawer.

IMG_6728 ss

 I had this tray of router bits, and I loved the way the rows flipped up to make them easily accessible. I wanted to use the same concept in the drawers.  Well instead of duplicating  it, I  dissembled and adjusted it to fit in my drawer.

IMG_6727 ss  IMG_6730 ss

  I just put a screw in partially through the drawer.  (I did this on both sides of my bit trays. ) The screws serve as pivot points, allowing them to rotate up, and lay back down.

IMG_6729 ss

 Next  I needed to add drawer glides for the inner drawer.  I knew full well I needed really strong full extension ball bearing glides.  “D. Lawless” carries 75lb. and 100lb. glides.  They are the best price point I have found. IMG_6733 ss   Once the drawer glides were installed, the drawer was ready. IMG_6736 ss

 I saved all my finish work for last… honestly, because I had no idea how it was going to pan out.  So I didn’t want to do touch up work all along the way.  I painted all the components the same color as the cabinets.  (You can see how I made my shop cabinets here.)

IMG_6846 ss

To install the  station, I needed to add  100 lb. drawer glides, to the outside of the station. IMG_6847ss

IMG_6725 ss

 Another issue that needed to be addressed was the need for it to be stable and lock in place.  I went for a very basic approach, that worked better than I had hoped.  I installed the lock hardware on the tray.

IMG_6848 ss   I then drilled a hole into the side of the cabinets.   This is where the  cam on the lock will be inserted. IMG_6774 ss  Once the station and the drawer were installed, I added the drawer front. (Just remember to only attach the drawer front to the inner drawer front:)IMG_6850 ss

  There you have it!   A router table that is easily accessible, yet not in the way.  The perfect solution. 2015-08-25 11.56.45 ss

 Pulls out, and locks in place. 2015-08-25 11.55.42 ss

With extending drawer containing all accessories and bits needed!

Hide away router station www.sawduat2stitches.com Last thing it needed ?  A dust and debris collection system. I parked my  shop vac in the next cabinet over.  I used a hole saw and ran the hose through the side of the cabinet and into the back of the router table. It is pretty much perfect.  I love it.

2015-08-25 11.56.19 ss

Isn’t she a beaut !?

2015-08-25 11.55.24 ss

That is all there is to it!  Thanks for tuning in, and take luck,

 Corey

Follow my blog with Bloglovin

Digiprove sealCopyright secured by Digiprove © 2015

More from my site

  • Fall Table SettingFall Table Setting
  • Master Bathroom MakeoverMaster Bathroom Makeover
  • 24 hr. Bathroom Makeover24 hr. Bathroom Makeover
  • That is PVC ?That is PVC ?
  • Modern Wreath Christmas VignetteModern Wreath Christmas Vignette
  • Home Gym Makeover RevealHome Gym Makeover Reveal

in Organization, Tutorials, Uncategorized

Reader Interactions

you may also like
Back of Door Spice Rack
Pool Patio Design
How To: Exterior Door Makeover
Out-feed Assembly Workshop Table

Comments

  1. Alexis says

    August 31, 2015 at 3:41 pm

    Wow, that’s really a clever idea.
    I’ve only got as far as worktops and shelves in my workshop, lol.

    • coreydecker@gmail.com says

      August 31, 2015 at 9:04 pm

      As of a few weeks ago that is how far I was too! Haha.

  2. Mindi says

    September 11, 2015 at 12:37 am

    Sooo love this Corey!! You are amazing!!!!

  3. coreydecker@gmail.com says

    September 23, 2015 at 3:58 pm

    Haha, I have a horrible fixation with hidden storage! 🙂

  4. Ruben says

    September 29, 2015 at 7:51 pm

    Hey there excellent blog! Does running a blog like
    this take a lot of work? I’ve no knowledge of programming
    but I was hoping to start my own blog in the near future.

    Anyway, should you have any recommendations or techniques
    for new blog owners please share. I understand this is off subject nevertheless I simply had to ask.
    Thanks!

    • coreydecker@gmail.com says

      October 1, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      Haha, I feel like this could be a novel. haha. I am not going to lie it takes some work! If you are looking to start, I would suggest investing in wordpress, and get yourself a host. It will be a bit of an investment, but if you are looking to do this long term, than it’s worth it.

Primary Sidebar

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
IMG_9167 (1).jpg fd

Popular Projects

  • How to: Faux Brick Wall
  • Cheap White Curtains
  • Ikea Cubbies into a Rustic Apothecary
  • Cabinet Transformed Into A Kitchen Island
  • R.V. Makeover
  • How to: R.V. Curtains
DIY & Design

Meet Corey

Hi everyone, my name is Corey, and I have a problem. I can’t leave well enough alone… The best therapy usually involves a variety of power tools. So, in the few “spare” moments I am not entertaining my two beautiful, rambunctious, boys, I can typically be found hunched over a sewing machine and/or covered in sawdust. All in the efforts to create a perfect balance of aesthetics and practicality in our home.
read more

Join our mailing list!

DIY & design ideas - right in your inbox!

Top Hits!

  • How to: Faux Brick Wall
  • Cheap White Curtains
  • Ikea Cubbies into a Rustic Apothecary

Featured

Back of Door Spice Rack

Categories

  • 70's Ranch Home
  • Around the House
  • Build Plans
  • Crafts
  • Current Home
  • Decor Makeovers
  • Dresser
  • Exterior
  • Fall
  • First Home
  • Furniture Makeover
  • Hidden Compartment
  • Kitchen
  • Lighting
  • Makovers
  • Master Closet
  • Organization
  • R.V.
  • Room Makeovers
  • Seasonal
  • Seating
  • Sewing
  • Shelving
  • Small Builds
  • Smart Home
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Tables
  • Tablescape
  • Tutorials
  • Uncategorized
  • Wall Art
  • Wall Decor
  • Winter
  • Workshop

Footer

Contact Me: Corey@Sawdust2Stitches.com

Latest ‘Grams

Follow on Instagram
2020 © Your Blog Name
theme by soleilflare
Enter your name and email and get the weekly newsletter... it's FREE!
Your information will *never* be shared or sold to a 3rd party.