Router Table Storage

Well, for Christmas I got a router table and and metal stand for it. It works great and sits very solid. I also was given a new power button for the frame outside (from Rockler) and it has a great big OFF button, which I like very well. I couldn't let all of that un-used space go to waste, so I started wrapping the router in to catch saw dust and provide me some additional storage. As you see from the picture of the table I'm using an oak veneer plywood for the main components. The plywood came from the corner cabinet I pulled when redoing my kitchen, so there was no additional cost (yet).

I separated the 2 sections at 10" to give me room to install a pair of drawers. I haven't figured out how to attach a suction device/port yet, so the left side panel has not been installed. Also the front door will go in after I finish the drawers. The middle shelf is not attached at this point so I can move it out of the way. I will probably trim 1/2" off of it before I'm done to make room for a face frame ( to mount the door in ) that will lip the front edge and make a better seal.

The picture of the single board shows where I routed a grove to connect the front and back panels. These were also made from 1/2" ply. The bottom of the drawers is 1/4" ply. The picture of the 2 drawers is after they were assembled with glue and an air-nailer. They are 1" narrower than the opening to leave room for sliders. The final drawer size is 21" by 15" and 4" tall. Once they are mounted I will cut and mount drawer faces from the same wood ( with any luck, oak) that I make the from door and the face frame.

There are no plans for this build, who needs stinkin' plans.

Enjoy, but those splinters hurt.