Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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WOOD Magazine Design Editor John Olson brings a classic project back to life—building a DIY portable router table using an original design from the WOOD archives. Perfect for small shops, job sites, or anyone tight on space, this compact table is easy to build and packs plenty of functionality.

John walks through the materials, construction tips, and clever features that made this design a long-time reader favorite.

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