For an upcoming project, we needed a large, 1-3/4” thick piece of solid black walnut. Wood like this isn’t something you’ll find just anywhere, and when found, it’s rarely in the dimension you need.

To stabilize your router, use a piece of clear acrylic. Start by marking the four screw hole locations after removing the router's base plate. Drill a center hole with a large Forstner bit, then ...