I'd consider myself to be a pretty good DIY'er in general. But I'm currently working on my first "furniture level" project. A built-in shelving unit/desk.
Quick question for any woodworkers out there: What causes my router (new for this project, not vastly experienced with a router) to "breakout" of the wood as I pass out of the wood after making a dado cut? I'm not using a variable speed unit. I'm moving slowly through the wood. Is it standard practice to make multiple passes to make a 1/4" deep dado in solid hardwood? Is 1/4" too deep to avoid damage? Is it my cheapo Skil brand bit ($20 didn't seem cheap to me!)?
Thanks in advance for any advice you might have! I was excited to get a new tool. It works great I just think I can improve on my results with some advice from those in the know...
Quick question for any woodworkers out there: What causes my router (new for this project, not vastly experienced with a router) to "breakout" of the wood as I pass out of the wood after making a dado cut? I'm not using a variable speed unit. I'm moving slowly through the wood. Is it standard practice to make multiple passes to make a 1/4" deep dado in solid hardwood? Is 1/4" too deep to avoid damage? Is it my cheapo Skil brand bit ($20 didn't seem cheap to me!)?
Thanks in advance for any advice you might have! I was excited to get a new tool. It works great I just think I can improve on my results with some advice from those in the know...