Router Bits

Router bits shape, cut and profile wood with accuracy and clean edges — essential for any woodworking or joinery job. Choose from straight cutters, profiling bits and flush trims to match your project’s demands.

What Are Router Bits Used For?

They’re mounted into a router or router table and rotated at high speed to trim, hollow or finish wood, plastic or laminate:

  • Straight Bits – Clean out grooves, dados or channels in timber boards or ply.
  • Flush Trim Bits – Match edges between materials, especially when working with templates.
  • Roundover & Chamfer Bits – Add a clean edge profile for shelves, tables, or cabinetry.
  • Decorative Bits – Create mouldings or ornate trim finishes on door panels and furniture.

Popular With:

  • Joiners shaping bespoke wood profiles
  • Cabinetmakers finishing units and panels
  • DIYers rounding shelves or kitchen worktops
  • Shopfitters and interior installers trimming laminate or ply

How to Choose the Right Router Bit

Match the bit to your job, tool, and finish requirements:

1. Shank Size

Most routers use ¼” or ½” shank bits. Always match the collet size of your router for safe operation.

2. Cutter Type

Select straight cutters for grooves, bearing-guided flush trims for laminate edges, and shaped profiles for visual details.

3. Material Compatibility

Tungsten carbide tips are ideal for hardwoods, MDF, laminate and even plastic. Use higher-end bits for long life and cleaner cuts.

Top Router Bit Brands

Built for clean cuts and long service life:

1. Trend

Industry leaders in professional-grade routing with a huge range of profiles and shank options.

2. Bosch & Makita

Trusted for their clean cutting edges and trade performance.

3. DeWalt & Festool

Precision-ground bits designed to work with plunge routers for exact results.

Router Bits FAQs

What’s the most common router bit size?

¼” and ½” shanks are most common. DIY routers often take ¼”, while pro routers typically use ½” for better stability.

Can I use router bits on laminate?

Yes — flush trim or roundover bits are ideal for laminate trimming. Use bearing-guided bits to follow template shapes.

Are all router bits compatible with any router?

No — always check shank size and maximum RPM rating. Some routers only accept certain sizes or bit diameters.

What material are router bits made of?

Most high-quality bits are tungsten carbide-tipped (TCT) for edge retention and wear resistance. Cheaper bits may be steel only.

Do router bits come in sets?

Yes — sets include a range of profiles or cutters for different projects. Great for beginners or trades building out a kit.

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Router Bits

Router bits shape, cut and profile wood with accuracy and clean edges — essential for any woodworking or joinery job. Choose from straight cutters, profiling bits and flush trims to match your project’s demands.

What Are Router Bits Used For?

They’re mounted into a router or router table and rotated at high speed to trim, hollow or finish wood, plastic or laminate:

  • Straight Bits – Clean out grooves, dados or channels in timber boards or ply.
  • Flush Trim Bits – Match edges between materials, especially when working with templates.
  • Roundover & Chamfer Bits – Add a clean edge profile for shelves, tables, or cabinetry.
  • Decorative Bits – Create mouldings or ornate trim finishes on door panels and furniture.

Popular With:

  • Joiners shaping bespoke wood profiles
  • Cabinetmakers finishing units and panels
  • DIYers rounding shelves or kitchen worktops
  • Shopfitters and interior installers trimming laminate or ply

How to Choose the Right Router Bit

Match the bit to your job, tool, and finish requirements:

1. Shank Size

Most routers use ¼” or ½” shank bits. Always match the collet size of your router for safe operation.

2. Cutter Type

Select straight cutters for grooves, bearing-guided flush trims for laminate edges, and shaped profiles for visual details.

3. Material Compatibility

Tungsten carbide tips are ideal for hardwoods, MDF, laminate and even plastic. Use higher-end bits for long life and cleaner cuts.

Top Router Bit Brands

Built for clean cuts and long service life:

1. Trend

Industry leaders in professional-grade routing with a huge range of profiles and shank options.

2. Bosch & Makita

Trusted for their clean cutting edges and trade performance.

3. DeWalt & Festool

Precision-ground bits designed to work with plunge routers for exact results.

Router Bits FAQs

What’s the most common router bit size?

¼” and ½” shanks are most common. DIY routers often take ¼”, while pro routers typically use ½” for better stability.

Can I use router bits on laminate?

Yes — flush trim or roundover bits are ideal for laminate trimming. Use bearing-guided bits to follow template shapes.

Are all router bits compatible with any router?

No — always check shank size and maximum RPM rating. Some routers only accept certain sizes or bit diameters.

What material are router bits made of?

Most high-quality bits are tungsten carbide-tipped (TCT) for edge retention and wear resistance. Cheaper bits may be steel only.

Do router bits come in sets?

Yes — sets include a range of profiles or cutters for different projects. Great for beginners or trades building out a kit.

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