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Part 6: Making a Heavy-Duty Top

The next stage of the router table is making the flip top. For a strong rigid assembly, that means gluing up several layers of plywood. Follow along to learn an effective method for getting solid glue joints.

Combination Router Table

Part 1: Router Table Overview

Part 2: Start with the Base

Part 3: Cabinet Joinery & Details

Part 4: Cabinet Assembly

Part 5: Upper Cabinet Details & Doors

Part 6: Making a Heavy-Duty Top

Part 7: Detail for the Top

Part 8: An Opening for the Router

Part 9: Adding an Insert Plate

Part 10: Installing the Top

Part 11: Horizontal Table Fixed Back

Part 12: Creating The Mounting Brackets

Part 13: Making the Tabletop

Part 14: Making the Mortising Jig

Part 15: Router Table Wrapup