WOODWORKING TIPS

Learn how to flatten live-edge wood slabs or wide tabletops at home using a router sled — no planer required. This step-by-step beginner’s guide walks you through tool setup, rail leveling, shallow...

Summary: A modular router sled system offers maximum flexibility for flattening slabs of all sizes. This guide covers designing, building, and optimizing a modular router sled setup for efficient,...

Summary: Flattening your slab is just the beginning. This guide walks you through expert sanding, cleaning, and finishing techniques to transform your slab into a beautifully polished, professional...

Summary: Router sleds are incredible tools for woodworking, but safety must come first. This guide shares essential router sled safety tips — from PPE and setup to operation best practices — ensuri...

Summary: Choosing the right router bit is essential for perfect slab flattening. This guide covers the best router bits for various materials — hardwoods, softwoods, resin slabs, and more — helpin...

Summary:  Properly preparing your live edge slab before router sled flattening is crucial for achieving smooth, professional surfaces. This guide covers how to choose, clean, dry, stabilize, and se...

Summary: Router sleds are powerful tools for slab flattening, but issues can arise. This guide covers the most common router sled problems, their causes, and step-by-step solutions to keep your woo...

Summary: Upgrading your router sled setup with the right accessories can dramatically improve your slab flattening results. This guide explores top router sled accessories, how they help, and tips...

Summary: Working with large live edge slabs can be challenging, but with the right router sled techniques, it's completely manageable. This guide teaches you how to set up, stabilize, and safely f...