Very good router table

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A similar router lift to the one I used. I don't think they make the exact model I used anymore.
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The router I installed in this table: amzn.to/2EMImeD
4" Caster, these are totally awesome: amzn.to/2VF8DRW
6" F style clamps I used for the fence: amzn.to/2XGJM1J
Power feeder: this is a similar power feeder to the one I used. Mine was bought used off CL. If you look closely at the one I used and the other makes on the market, they are all the same. I recommend the Grizzly because they have great customer service.
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My biscuit joiner, I know its costly, but it works great: amzn.to/2Hd6sB4
I also recommend using good quality biscuits, it makes a difference:
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[@tonyalways7174]

Just the fact you called it a Very Good Router Table rather than the “bestest router table ever in the history of the world’ gets you my vote and a subscriber. That said it is a cracking router table and I’m grateful for you sharing it. Cheers

[@MikeFarrington]

Thanks Tony. I get tired of the use of ultimate, and dream. Hence the title of this video.

[@srairmand]

Just when I think I wanna get into woodworking, I see guys like him doing this and I’m like “oh dang. Gotta lot to learn”

[@MikeFarrington]

Just start somewhere. This stuff is pretty easy once you get going.

[@GeeksWoodShop]

You always have lots of good tips Mike. Creating a slot with the biscuit joiner, finish for MDF, even if it is a guarded, family recipe, and lots of fun along the way. Cheers!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Geek.

[@Nieglos]

Mike, what type of biscuit joiner do you use?

[@MikeFarrington]

Lamello Top 20

[@cq8449]

@@MikeFarrington Tried looking that up, could only find the Top 21

[@MikeFarrington]

@@cq8449 The Top21 is the newer version. Mine was made in the 80s.

[@sebastiantreloar6045]

I've seen so many different types of router tables on KZbin but this is by far the best looking and most functional x

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. It has been a great addition to the shop.

[@katzmosestools]

Brilliant Mike. The shims alone are amazing but the entire build was brilliant

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@theintelligentcarpenter9407]

I love watching both of you guys.

[@LotusMorning]

@@theintelligentcarpenter9407 agreed. In my top 5 with hooked on wood, stumpy nubs, and the brilliant Keith's test garage.

[@nelsonhays]

Cluster-fornication alone deserves a subscibe.

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@PaganWizard]

@@MikeFarrington Very amusing way to keep it family friendly.........and if someone's kids understood what you said, it's certainly not your fault.

[@vega9265]

Really appreciate the smooth and calming voice over. It brings a level of relaxation to what can be a stressful build. I'm certainly taking notes and really appreciate all the tips they are much appreciated!!!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much!

[@inactive67]

I like the stacked fence spacer idea, that is just stupid simple, which explains why I never thought of it.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Thats a really neat tip.

[@lumberjackeric]

Great design, thank you. I love the f-clamp fence design. I’m definitely going to adopt that.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Let me know how it works out for you.

[@nesleyheiney3111]

I absolutely love the way you assemble your carcasses. People give biscuits way to much crap and they are more than worthy to be in every project possible.

[@MikeFarrington]

I agree, honestly, thats why I make such a big deal out of using biscuits. You don't need a domino to build a nice cabinet.

[@nesleyheiney3111]

I noticed the emphasis on it lol.

[@mayaneribeiro7078]

Nesley Heine y

[@richardglaholt5840]

Nesley Heiney n

[@AlainPilon]

I sold my biscuit after getting a domino and after having used it for about 3 years, I still think it is a great item for very specific usage (that I havent done yet, like chairs) but as said, biscuit are a great tool too! I just dont like them when it is important to maintain a specific and precise alignment between boards.

[@parkwayconcepts8758]

Love the shim idea for the fence. And the secret recipe. Thanks!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@mcseforsale]

I build arcades from 3/4 MDF and I harden all the cut edges with a mix of 5 parts water and 1 part wood glue on a foam brush. The t-molding slots turn out rock hard. Great video.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. This is a very good tip.

[@MaxMakerChannel]

Would you recommend MDF for a box style bed frame? It will just be a box.

[@MikeFarrington]

Yes, depending on the structural layout. If you have plans send them to me and I'll have a look.

[@jameslong296]

@@MikeFarrington Man I just found your channel, great content. 👍👍 Are you on Instagram?

[@BrandonGrantSplash]

i love how calm you speak you're like a new Bob Ross

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! I watched Bob Ross all the time growing up. Thank you.

[@Homerbub]

I love getting new ideas for building cabinets. Thanks for great advice. You gave us the finish formula if we paid attention to the markings on the cup.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. That was my attempt to see who what paying attention and on their A game.

[@plunder1956]

I like the directness of this workerday tool as well as the surface treatment tips for MDF. My workshop has space limitations so I keep a bucket of similar casters to keep kit mobile.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Casters are a great help in the workshop.

[@kg4lod]

Woah... it's been a while since I learned so much in so little time. Thanks Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@mattg6262]

AAAAAHAAA Mike we are kindred spirits. Those are my go to casters. Love those trim screws too! They're amazing and don't split the work piece as much.

[@MikeFarrington]

Those castes are a game changer.

[@allynmcfarlin2074]

Adding holes in the top of the fence for bit storage is absolutely brilliant. Well done !!

[@MikeFarrington]

Glad you like it!

[@curlykipper]

That was a great video, started with some sky/cloud shots to set the mood. So much to admire. Thanks.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@nalurash2787]

I love those screws as well. The one's from GRK work great for installing cabinets and connecting them through the face frames

[@MikeFarrington]

Yes, the GRKs are great. I have some from them that are super long, like 3". Great for odd trim installs were you need some more reach and yes they are great for FF to FF connections.

[@nicholasfronzo3777]

Hi

[@MattLaneWoodshop]

Great build man, I love your channel and have learned a ton from you! It's also nice to see someone build things with common sense that understands general construction. I built a cabinet that I skinned in MDF in one of my videos and I had to constantly defend myself from idiots who told me it would fall apart lol. The concept of using MDF in the proper place seems to blow people's minds.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much Matt. MDF is a part of the professional cabinet/millwork/furniture industry. There is no going back, when used properly its a great material. Unfortunately, like lots of things in this world it has been misused and therefore gotten a bad rap. Just keep on demonstrating how to use it appropriately, thats all you can do. As to the numb skulls who leave negative or wrong comments...Its part of the KZbin game.

[@hupka3145]

I clicked that like button 25% for the great build and 75% for the excellent Anchorman reference. Well played sir, well played.

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you, great to have you onboard.

[@benjaminrauschenbach6084]

Man... I love your videos. Keep sharing. Shop projects are awesome!!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, will do.

[@l.rod2827]

Bad Ass!!! totally enjoyed the build. I just built my first work bench as an amature and one day hope to improve my skills enough to be able to build projects on that level... Thank you.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@JaredCzaia]

Another great vid from Medium Density Farrington

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! I like it. I may use the in a future video.

[@crobianman8055]

I'm just grateful you didn't title this video the 'ultimate' router table. Plus a great video.

[@MikeFarrington]

That or dream router table....Thank you.

[@michaell.maloney4026]

Love the Cluster!

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@mattatkinson9096]

Another great build. I wish I lived close to sign up for one of your courses. Can't wait to see the table in action.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Matt. I will be sure to show some action shots.

[@AndreaArzensek]

I don't own the biscuit joiner but that sliding technique is slick. I always learn something from your videos. Thanks!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Andrea, thats great to hear.

[@kieran.stafford]

Love the big nature shots and those glorious skies Mike.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@BCTCanadian]

Thanks Mike - would love to see the dust collection in action! Those stylish triangles are a good idea

[@msmits3099]

Mike Farrington: the Bob Ross of woodworking

[@MikeFarrington]

Nice, I watched that guy all the time growing up.

[@nesleyheiney3111]

Happy little biscuits 😂

[@MikeFarrington]

Saying "happy little trees" in my head really brings back memories.

[@doubled2663]

@@MikeFarrington Hey Mike, looking for an email. To ask you for tips. Got one?

[@MikeFarrington]

@@doubled2663 Yup, visit my website, mikefarrington.com

[@jerodhowell816]

Very nice build & production. I thought I remembered the title was going to be “My Router Table Is More Awesome Than Your Awesome Router Table”

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Very good memory. So I had a pretty absurd title all written up, filled with all of the superlatives you could think of, and it just felt like all the other titles on KZbin. It felt like it wouldn't stick out as being a joke. I decided to go the other more simple direction.

[@richardparker1639]

Thanks for the video on a somewhat simple build. I never thought about biscuits easing assembly on right angles surfaces (3:08) couldn't do that with dowels! Lots of great tips I'll use in the future.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. yes, biscuits have lots of neat little features to them. I hope to keep including little details in my videos.

[@elan3studio765]

Awesome build..... Thanks again for all that you do...

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@Spider2029]

The coolest thing about Mike is: I'm not even working on a router table, still I'm learning something new every video. Love you, wish you all the best!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. I'm happy to hear my videos are helpful.

[@katzmosestools]

@@MikeFarrington don't skirt the issue here Mike. He confessed his love. Please rebuff his advances, you are married. Please don't be one of those shaved head guys that leads people on with your shiny, well buffed dome piece.

[@MikeFarrington]

@@katzmosestools Ha! Its true I am spoken for and I have a very shinny head.

[@MattEngebregtsen]

"Secret" recipe made me subscribe -- great videos!

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Happy you liked that one. Great to have you onboard.

[@cfinke]

It seems like I learn a dozen new things from each of your videos. Thanks!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, that is wonderful to hear.

[@Einungbrekke]

I really like the surface finish you got out of that mix in with thinner. Something I will have to remember.

[@MikeFarrington]

Its a really nice finish for shop fixtures, and it renews easily as stuff get beat up.

[@crazy-eyewoodguy4489]

Got to say, You made MDF look good. I didn't think it was possible. I like the poly tip! Great work!

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@irvinwittmeier5208]

That shout out to Norm was very cool !;-)

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Norm is the man, I grew up watching his show.

[@mchilly]

Thanks for the fix! Can’t wait for the next video!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. I'm finishing up another shop project this week. Stay tuned.

[@michaelsvenson2456]

So impressive stuff you build, high quality all the way.... Nice.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@OtherBrotherDaryl]

Second time I watched this: mildly entertaining... ;-)

[@MikeFarrington]

Perfect, thats what I'm going for.

[@TheCMLion]

"mildly entertaining"? No, incredibly entertaining! As always.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@zavoina]

Always great work. Really enjoy your videos and projects.

[@sconrady123]

The best router table I've seen so faron here! Keep up the great work

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you, will do.

[@vico9708]

one of the best woodworking channels for sure.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@me7229]

7:45 “Do I really look dumb?” Question I never ask my wife. Answer already implied...

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Same in my house.

[@chrismoore9997]

@@MikeFarrington - Just remind her, she agreed to marry you.

[@johne7100]

Thumbs up for Lamello. Mine's knocking on 20 years old and still going strong.

[@MikeFarrington]

Totally, mine's probably 20 or years old. I bought it off a guy I worked for way back when.

[@jarodmorris611]

LOL. I love the "Don't ask for the poly-paint thinner recipe..." right as you pour it showing the graduation marks of the cup.

[@MikeFarrington]

Some people get it, some don't.

[@simonchiplin]

Hi Mike, Love the build. Been re-watching it to get inspiration for my own router table. In the video you mention that you hoped the channel you put in the centre door would help with dust collection! Have you noticed if it has made any improvement? If so I was hoping to use it myself.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. The channel is totally awesome. It has helped keep chips from building up in that area.

[@root1657]

Great build! Slightly off topic, is your work table on a motorcycle lift? That's awesome!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. My work bench is a Autoquip lift with a torsion box top.

[@davidkyle5017]

Super job Mike, I've been needing to make a router table and I think I just found one that fits my needs. Cheers.

[@MikeFarrington]

Great, let me know how it turns out.

[@fwanknmt]

Those are my favorite casters, cheap and good.

[@vincebaker3384]

Great video could you post a link to the casters you used? thanks

[@MikeFarrington]

Do a search for casters at home depot and you will find a good selection. I try not to post links because in a month or two the link will be dead due to product changes. HD sells them in 3", 4" and 5". All of them work pretty good.

[@Sly_Wolf_1]

Found this video helpful or mildly entertaining? You knocked it out of the park in so many ways! What a great router table. Now 👉 🔴 sub button! Thanks for the video! 👍

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much. Great to have you onboard.

[@johnconklin9039]

Excellent router table Mike, thanks. I need to build one for myself soon and I think I'll be "borrowing" some of your designs.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you John. A router table, big or small can be a huge help in the shop.

[@jasonfugere3473]

Love it. The shim idea is great. Great work as always sir.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, the shims are really useful.

[@DavidAKupka]

I almost forgot. This video was supposed to be named . " My Ultimate Router Table is more Ultimate than your Ultimate Router Table " Hahahahaha

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! I know, I should have titled it that.

[@cabbyhubby]

1" thick MDF , My Back's already hurting

[@MikeFarrington]

It is heavy, thats for sure.

[@rjtumble]

Mike, you're absolutely right about one thing, this was mildly entertaining. :)

[@MikeFarrington]

Achievement unlocked.

[@triblemusic]

Great job Mike Love the shims.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@doubledarefan]

I would build drawers anyway.

[@MikeFarrington]

I can always go back and add them. So far I like the doors, perfect place for wrenches and stuff.

[@CiceroMonteiro]

"...and no, don't ask, I'm not giving away the recipe" - shows recipe right after, lol

[@MikeFarrington]

Hehe. Gotta keep you guys on your toes.

[@chrismoore9997]

@@MikeFarrington - I actually get a kick out of that every time. You show it on screen, clear as day, while saying you won't share the secret. Funny.

[@masterofnone9651]

got a kick out of the half-and-half

[@craigchingren-hamann9700]

I LOVE that the section of video is one of the most replayed of the entire video...

[@garycrumrine9538]

Mike, I am so glad to see someone with a good design... I am so tired of the ultimate this or that. No, not every design offered on KZbin is the ULTIMATE. Thanks for making it real. Yeah the real world answer is it may work for you or not, and the real answer is it works well in your situation and MAY work in others too. I look for inspiration and design elements, and find your page to fill those needs more often than not. And the Shop Apprentice too. Glad you have introduced him to the shop environment, and that he is taking on beginner's tasks. Keep it real my friend.

[@MikeFarrington]

The words ultimate and dream need to be left out of video titles for a year or two. Lets let them cool off. I totally agree, What I do may work for others, it may not, I encourage people to do their own thinking and decision making. Thank you.

[@jasonmiddleton293]

Beautiful work.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much!

[@walterperrault]

Thank you I really enjoy these videos and learn from them

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Walter.

[@dennistracy8157]

Nice size to this build. thank you for the build video.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@CBanks-ky7kl]

I think you made the best router table ever! And I totally plan on copying it 100%. Thanks!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Please do. Let me know how it turns out.

[@justonyoung6049]

Biscuits are awesome! I rebuild box trucks after they've smashed bridges and trees! I use them to splice the FRP (fiberglass reinforced plywood) together. Instead of normal wood glue, I use 3M 2 part wood/metal bonding glue. Great stuff to use and great video!

[@MikeFarrington]

They work well when used appropriately.

[@SpareroomWoodworking]

Day. Made. Awesome video - thanks Mike!

[@MikeFarrington]

Wow, thank you very much.

[@kevlevy1166]

I’m very new to wood working I’ve just bought a router & I’m thinking of building a table of some sort after watching this video I’m going to try to build something similar to yours thanks for inspiring me

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Good luck with your build.

[@Tehanimekidd]

As you said, I don't do any woodworking myself (yet) but man is your process entertaining to watch.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. That is a very nice compliment.

[@kratt309]

really cool idea with what looks like a motor cycle lift on your assembly table!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Its a lift table made by Autoquip. Same thing as a moto lift just purpose built as a table.

[@americanwoodworkingtrickss6543]

Nice video.Thanks.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@jameslong296]

Man its amazing that when talking to wood workers you can just say Norm and they all know exactly who you are talking about.

[@MikeFarrington]

Norm is the man. What can I say?

[@jakecarter2414]

The way you made that finish for your router table is the same way I make sanding sealer. Great video man, I enjoy watching your videos.

[@MikeFarrington]

Yes, this is a great sanding sealer. Thank you.

[@davidattenberg4720]

Looks like a good finish. I have several MDF fixtures that I impregnated with an impregnating epoxy. I use System Three. I do like this router table a lot. I also like that Jessem lift

[@user-zg8gx1gz5n]

Very beautiful!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@pawpawstew]

@5:43 - Awesome clamp tote/holder! 😁👍🏼

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@DavidAKupka]

You are a freaking Woodworking God !!!!!! Thanks for all the Pro Tips. I will definitely be buying your plans and making this one. Why ? Because you thought of everything. I use those same casters. And it is awesome to have someone with your expertise confirm I made the right choice.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, those casters are really nice for this type of project.

[@humboldtglitches9349]

Will Farrell quotes are among the best. You are awsome thanks for all the vids

[@MikeFarrington]

Will Farrell make very quotable movies.

[@annajohnson8807]

Mike I think you're one of the best on the web. Keep up the good work.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much Anna. That really means a lot. I will keep posting as long as people keep watching.

[@Homerbub]

I agree. This is my favorite. I like finding better ways to build cabinets. I always want to learn more.

[@WeGoWalk]

Really nice job! Professionally done. Pretty cool ideas.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@ianspence9295]

As always nice clean build Mike.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Ian.

[@carrotcake2429]

Mike Farrington, total perfectionist !

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@carpenterone3]

It’s always a good day when a new Farrington video lands! Great job and stay classy mike. Frank from SD

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Frank. Hope the weather is nice down in SD.

[@carpenterone3]

Yesterday wasn’t bad but last week it was hot as hell lol, I might actually hit one of those beaches everyone keeps telling me about ;-)

[@MikeFarrington]

It was always nice to end a week during the summer on the beach. My wife and I used to head down on a Friday evening when it was super hot just to cool off. That is pretty much the thing I miss most about living on the coast.

[@Norwegianwoodworker]

Another one for the "must do" list. Thanks for all the good tips. If only I could make out that secret finish.. but :) TR

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@jonashansen6391]

Originally saw this video a few years ago. Whenever I spot a video with a title like "ULTIMATE Router Table" or tool cabinet or something, I think back to this video title and chuckle a bit.

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! That was my hope.

[@texasbuckeyeworkshop7921]

Great Job ! I like your style and the Ron Burgundy references

[@MikeFarrington]

Ha! Thank you.

[@user-yv9hg5vy4t]

Very good work and video,I saw it with pleasure.Thanks a lot.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you very much.

[@scottcallan3897]

great work as always

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@romain2869]

Helpful and entertaining! Thank You!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you.

[@waynecreech]

Very nice router cabinet, and sweet score on the power feeder!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Yes, that was a very good deal.

[@blakewillemsen9925]

Hi Mike, love the build and your channel!

[@MikeFarrington]

Awesome, thank you!

[@loganpatterson4674]

I really like grk trim head screws. Great holding power, clean little hole and not as expensive as they could be.

[@MikeFarrington]

Me too, the GRKs are great.

[@albworkshop]

A lot of nice tips in this video, thanks for sharing

[@MikeFarrington]

My pleasure.

[@tonyioannoni4951]

Awesome... I am right now building a new workbench/assembly table, my next project will be to integrate a router table, and I will revisit this video for hints and tips...Because floor space is paramount in my shop, everything is also on casters...I hope some of your classes will be recorded, it would be great to see that! Thanks!

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you. Casters can effectively double the size of a shop. Being able to move stuff out of the way is just great. I'm not sure weather I will record the classes or not. Time will tell.

[@chrismoore9997]

Video is fun enough I watched it again. About a year later. Not all fun and games though. I am looking to make my own router table.

[@MikeFarrington]

Thank you Chris.