These plans: Benchtop Router Table
For many DIYers and home wood shop owners, a simple and easy to build benchtop router table is all we need. Of course a full size router table is even better, but those are expensive and they take up a lot of space.
The free benchtop router table plans that follow will show you step by step how to build a professional, functional, and yet simple benchtop router table. These free plans offer detailed parts cutout diagrams, detailed and easy to follow assembly instruction, and a list of materials and tools you will need.
These plans: Benchtop Router Table
Note: At the end of these plans, there are links to 12 additional Router Table plans from accross the web.
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The following free benchtop router table plans provide simple and detailed instructions for building one of the most important tools for your woodworking shop. If you prefer a free-standing router table, you will find several links to those plans following our free plans shown below.
Our free DIY router table plans provide step by step instructions, detailed parts diagrams, material cutout drawings, and a list of tools you will need. Also included is a list of hardware you will need.
Using a router without a router table is much like using a hand held electric saw instead of a table saw. Both a table saw and a router table are indispensable for those that are serious about woodworking.
This router table surface features a strip of Miter Gauge track to enable you to use a miter gauge. You can also mount a feather board on it to ensure your work piece remains flush against the fence.
First are images of parts you will need to make.
Next are the Assembly Instructions. Looking through the assembly process first will give you a good picture of what is involved in building this project.
Detailed parts drawings are shown next. You can see all the details you need to make the parts for this Router Table Fence.
Finally, you can see a list of the parts and hardware needed.
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Congratulations, Your Router Table is complete! Now, all you need to do is mount your router to your router plate and place the router plate into the cutout in the Router Table Top.
When you are finished building your router table, we also have free plans for a router table fence that is designed specifically for this router table.
A link for the Free Router Table Fence Plans is at the bottom of this page.
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The top of the Router Table is made from three pieces of 1/2" thick MDF board. After the proper cutouts are made, the two Top pieces and SubTop will be glued together to form a 1" thick completed Top. Note that Top Rear and Top Front sections will be separated by the Miter Gauge Track during assembly.
MDF board is typically very flat and resistant to warping. However, if not properly
sealed, it will absorb moisture, and swell up and become deformed if liquid is spilled on it
I highly recommend that, when the project is finished, you coat the MDF material
with two or three coats of polyurethane finish to seal it. This will prevent it from
becoming swollen and distorted by moisture absorption.
Page Top Parts Images Assembly Parts Drawings
| Table Saw | Scroll Saw | Electric Drill |
| Pocket Hole Jig | Sander | Screwdrivers |
| Item Name | Size/Length | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| #8 Flat Head Wood Screws | 1 1/4" long | 18 |
| #6 Flat Head Wood Screws | 1/2" long | 6 |
| Pocket Hole Screws | 1 1/4" long | 14 |
| 1/4-20 Hex Head Bolts | 2" long | 4 |
| Flat Washers | 1/4" ID | 8 |
| Lock Washers | 1/4" ID | 4 |
| 1/4-20 Hex Nuts | 1/4-20 | 4 |
| Finishing Nails | 1 1/2" long | 20 |
| Threaded Knobs (1/4-20) | 2 | |
| Miter Gauge Track (1 1/4" wide) | 25" long | 1 |
| Item Name | Size | Material | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top (Rear Section) | 22" long by 12 1/4” wide | 1/2" MDF | 1 |
| Top (Front Section) | 22" long by 3 1/2" wide | 1/2" MDF | 1 |
| Subtop | 22" long by 17" wide" | 1/2" MDF | 1 |
| Frame Front-Back | 18" long by 2 1/4" wide | 3/4" Wood | 2 |
| Frame Ends | 10 1/2" long by 2 1/4" wide | 3/4" Wood | 2 |
| Front Stiffener | 15" long by 1 3/4" wide | 3/4" Wood | 1 |
| Rear Stiffener | 15" long by 1 1/2" wide | 3/4" Wood | 1 |
| Legs | 12" long by 5 1/2” wide | 3/4" Wood | 2 |
| Feet | 16" long by 3 1/2" wide | 3/4" Wood | 2 |
| Bit Holder Top | 15" long by 4 1/4" wide | 3/4" Wood | 1 |
| Bit Holder Bottom | 15" long by 2 3/4" wide | 3/4" Wood | 1 |
| Bit Holder Sides | 15" long by 1 1/4" wide | 3/4" Wood | 2 |
Free Router Table Fence Plans
When you are finished building your router table, we also have free plans for a router table fence that is designed specifically for this router table. Click the link below for our free fence plans.
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Woodsmith Plans
Build the Ultimate Router Table
(Paid Plans)
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Woodsmith Plans calls this the "Ultimate Router Table" and I must say that it certainly looks impressive.
This router table has lots of storage, a dust collection system, and a micro-adjust fence.
The large, thick top is equipped with a miter track for holding jigs and other accessories.
The fence slides in a T-track and has a micro-adjust feature for precision cuts. The fence also plays a key part in the built-in dust collection system.
The casters make it easy to move around your shop. Finally, it's made from inexpensive MDF, so this router table won't cost you much to build.
Woodsmith Plans
Router Table Wall Cabinet
(Paid Plans)
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Woodsmith Plans offers plans for this Router Table Wall Cabinet that functions as a top-notch router table with a way to store all of your accessories.
When you need to use this router table, it is folds out like a Murphy bed. When you are finished with it, just fold it back up and it only takes up it takes up less than three square feet of floor space.
It is constructed of plywood and involves straightforward joinery so you should be able to complete it in a weekend.
The plans include pages of step-by-step instructions, lots of full-color illustrations, cutting diagram and materials list.
Ana White
Patrick's Router Table Plans
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Ana White has a free router table plan, designed by Patrick, that shows you how to build this great looking router table.
It features a large top with a miter gauge track and four storage drawers which are all on metal drawer glides. It also features 3 inch lockable casters, a convenient shutoff switch, and a great looking fence.
This free router table plan includes dimensions, materials, a tools list, a cut list, general instructions, diagrams, color photos, and tips from those who have used the plan. It's an intermediate-level build that will take you a weekend or two to build.
Popular Woodworking
$100 Router Table
(Free Plans)
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A Manufactured router table may well cost over $1000.00 but you can saves hundreds by building your own. This router table is easy to build, easy to use, and costs only a fraction of the cost of a manufactured one.
With these free DIY plans, you can build your own simple and inexpensive router table that will function as well as those that cost much, much more.
This design features an attractive stand, a large work surface, a long and easily adjustable fence with a vacuum hose port, and a tilt top that makes it easy to adjust the bit height.
Family Handyman
Simple Router Table Plans
(Free Plans)
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This router table features an excellent dust collection system with vacuum ports in both the cabinet and fence to provide suction both above and below the router bit.
More features include super flat MDF work surfaces and a large storage drawer for all your routers and accessories in one convenient place. Door-mounted bit holders provide organized router bit storage. The sliding fence faces open up to 3 in. wide and a pair of clamps quickly locks the fence in position.
This table will last for years and provides most of the features found on high priced manufactured models.
DOWELMAX
DIY Router Table
(Free Plans)
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Here are step by step plans for building a great looking full size router table with a large work surface and sturdy wooden frame. The upper finished measurements of the stand are 20-3/8 inches x 26-1/2 inches.
Lots of us woodworkers consider mobility to be an important feature. This router table is mounted on wheels and may be moved about the shop as needed.
Detailed instructions are provided for making and assembling the necessary parts.
Video Instructions are also available.
Rockler
Wall-Mounted Router Table
(Free Plans)
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This Wall Mounted Router Table is a real space saver. It features a full-size 24" x 32" laminated top that rests on a pair of removable support arms when it is folded down. When you are not using it, you can raise it up inside a cabinet which is only 12" deep.
The plans show a "Rockler Router Table ProMax Fence" which you can purchase from Rockler. But you could build you own fence if you prefer to save money.
The fence shown mounts on T-tracks and this enables you to leave the fence mounted when you close the table up.
You can mount a shop vacuum hose through the cabinet wall as shown in the picture above
Crafted Workshop
Router Table - Bit Storage
(Video Plans)
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This video shows you how to build an awesome full size router table. It features a custom cabinet with bit storage, cast iron top, dust collection, and a POWER FEEDER!
Most woodworkers would agree that the router table is one of the most useful tools in a wood shop. You can use it for cutting joinery, adding edge profiles to parts you make, and more.
This one features a ProMax Cast Iron Router Table Top, Pro Lift and 32'' ProFence, a safety power switch, and locking casters.
This is an easy DIY project and will be one of the most used tools in your shop!
Wood Skills
Router Table Plan
(Paid Plans)
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Here is an easy to build, yet versatile, router table. The dimensions are 32" wide and 24" deep. These dimensions can be changed to suit your requirements.
The router table insert is offset towards front of table where most routing is performed. The plan also provides use of the rear of the table when a larger table surface is required.
A crosscut sled allows safe routing at right angles to table. To eliminate table sag, router table is a torsion box assembly. T-tracks provide fastening and adjustment of fence. This plan also features an excellent dust collection system.
Woodcraft Magazine
Router Mounted Table Plan
(Paid Plans)
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These downloadable plans from Woodcraft Magazine will help you build this really great looking router table.
It features a large work surface, a long adjustable fence, vacuum hose hookup, and loads of storage space.
Most of the better router table plans feature some storage space but this one really stands out. You will have some small drawers for smaller items like your router bits. Large drawers fo larger items.
These plans feature step by step instructions with detail photographs, illustrations project steps, a cut list and cutting diagram.
Woodstore.net
Benchtop Router Table
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Here is a great looking bench mounted router table plan from Woodstore.net
This design allows you to save precious floor space that a typical router table may take up as you can store it away on a shelf when not using it. When you need to use it, just clamp it to the edge of your workbench.
It features built-in storage drawers for bits, wrenches and other items you may need. It features a fully adjustable fence with a dust collection hookup and sliding faces.
It requires less than one sheet of 1/2" plywood to build this router table.
Moore Report
How to Build a Router Table
(Free Plans)
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This router table, not including the top, is 36 inches high, 18 inches deep, and 24 inches wide. It has 4 inches of over hang on each side, and 3 inches of overhang on the front and rear of the table.
The frame of this router table is made out of poplar. It is a soft but strong wood, and about an average weight. It uses four 2x2s that are cut to 36". It also requires a couple of 1x3s and 1x2s for the table frame.
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