Hello,
I am making a router table similar to the one in the Dec 2005 WoodWorker's Journal labeled 'The Ultimate Router Table'.
I changed a few things (all in the under cabinet storage area) to something I think will work better for me.
I drew it up in SolidWorks to see how it went together and so far it looks good.
Now what I'm wondering about is laminating the table itself.
It seems that even basic laminate where I live has to be ordered in and to me is quite pricey. But I came across a damaged piece a person had that looks like there is enough there for the fence and the top of the table, and possibly some but not all of the underneath.
I glued up 2 pieces of a brazilian hardwood 3/4" plywood panel that actual has a nice front and back coat to it and was wondering why do I have to laminate the underneath?
It's supported by the cabinet, it's a 1-1/2 thick, and made out of a decent looking hardwood/plywood.
Is there a reason I should try to get the underneath laminated?
In my mind I can't see it sagging or falling apart, and if I have enough laminate left over I could partially cover it and if that will work what areas would I concentrate on?
I just can't see spending about $80 plus dollars to order another sheet just to laminate it for looks.
Am I missing something?
Thanks for any input anybody can give, so I can at least make an informed decsion........Eric
I am making a router table similar to the one in the Dec 2005 WoodWorker's Journal labeled 'The Ultimate Router Table'.
I changed a few things (all in the under cabinet storage area) to something I think will work better for me.
I drew it up in SolidWorks to see how it went together and so far it looks good.
Now what I'm wondering about is laminating the table itself.
It seems that even basic laminate where I live has to be ordered in and to me is quite pricey. But I came across a damaged piece a person had that looks like there is enough there for the fence and the top of the table, and possibly some but not all of the underneath.
I glued up 2 pieces of a brazilian hardwood 3/4" plywood panel that actual has a nice front and back coat to it and was wondering why do I have to laminate the underneath?
It's supported by the cabinet, it's a 1-1/2 thick, and made out of a decent looking hardwood/plywood.
Is there a reason I should try to get the underneath laminated?
In my mind I can't see it sagging or falling apart, and if I have enough laminate left over I could partially cover it and if that will work what areas would I concentrate on?
I just can't see spending about $80 plus dollars to order another sheet just to laminate it for looks.
Am I missing something?
Thanks for any input anybody can give, so I can at least make an informed decsion........Eric
