Measure and Route Decorative Panels
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What happens here
Begin by measuring the length of the PVC trim board using a tape measure to ensure it matches the desired height of the column wrap. Once marked, use a handheld router equipped with an appropriate bit (likely a rabbeting or decorative profile bit) to create a recessed panel design along the length of the board. This routing creates the aesthetic details for the column wrap. Carefully guide the router along the board, ensuring a consistent depth and clean cut. After routing, brush away any plastic shavings from the workpiece.
Goal: Create decorative profiles on PVC trim boards
Tools and materials
- Handheld Router Makita — Creating the decorative recessed panel profiles on the PVC boards
- PVC Trim Board — The primary material for constructing the column wraps
- Router Bit — Cutting the specific profile for the decorative panel
- Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes from flying debris during routing
- Sawhorses DeWalt — Supporting the PVC trim board during routing and assembly
- Tape Measure — Measuring the length of the PVC boards