Diy Mat Cutting Jig

Using a sacrificial fence helps you avoid accidentally cutting into the real fence which would be really bad news.

Diy mat cutting jig.

A cutting mat should be made of self healing plastic which prolongs the life and improves the quality of the mat itself. Never throw away a woodworking jig once it has been created. The jig is pretty simple it requires two pieces of plywood can be same thickness a couple boards of the same thickness for risers two boards to use as runners and a handful of screws. The following jigs will make building your projects safer and faster.

Many fine furniture projects call for tapered legs. The router is one of the most versatile and useful tools in most woodworking workshops and it would probably only come second to a few other tools like the power saw and drill if you were to make a list of the tools you will use a lot. Cut one piece of 2 by 6 inch lumber to the desired length. The piece of lumber should be longer than the photo mat being cut.

However a mat cutter can be built at home to cut custom mats that will ensure more of a proper fit. It will take a long time before you notice any dents or cuts in a mat made with self healing plastic. When you have to adjust the table saw s fence so it sits right next to the blade put a sacrificial fence on the saw. Always read the woodworking jig plans carefully and make sure that there is enough information provided for you to be able to complete the project.