Route the Recess Using the Jig

What happens here

Position the wooden jig securely on the material where the recess is to be cut. Ensure the jig is firmly in place to prevent any movement during the routing process. Take the router and, starting with shallow passes, guide the router along the inside edges of the wooden jig. The router's base plate should maintain constant contact with the jig's edge. Make multiple shallow passes, gradually increasing the depth of the cut with each pass, until the desired depth for the metal insert is achieved. This gradual approach helps prevent burning the material and extends the life of the router bit.

Goal: Create the main recess in the countertop material