Uploaded August 2023 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
I wanted to make a medium sized tray but it had to look interesting. I decided to use mahogany and oak to give contrast. In this video I show how to make a template for router guide bush work. It is important to understand the "plug" and "hole" aspects of guide bush routing. I am happy to send a copy of the Template Offset guide but you can download it direct from the Axminster Tools product page for their Metric Guide Bush Set (it is currently on special offer):
- axminstertools.com
then search for product code 502571
My other videos that may help with the concepts are:
- UJK Guide Bush Set
youtube.com/watch?v=A58rA_86uNw
- How to make router templates
youtube.com/watch?v=eH4RFJaVyC0
I wanted to make a medium sized tray but it had to look interesting. I decided to use mahogany and oak to give contrast. In this video I show how to make a template for router guide bush work. It is important to understand the "plug" and "hole" aspects of guide bush routing. I am happy to send a copy of the Template Offset guide but you can download it direct from the Axminster Tools product page for their Metric Guide Bush Set (it is currently on special offer):
- axminstertools.com
then search for product code 502571
My other videos that may help with the concepts are:
- UJK Guide Bush Set
youtube.com/watch?v=A58rA_86uNw
- How to make router templates
youtube.com/watch?v=eH4RFJaVyC0










