How do I cut a hinge mortise in a door frame without chiselling for an hour?
| Step | What to do | Check |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mark the leaf position with the hinge fitted and the door in place | Gap at the top of the door is even |
| 2 | Clamp a template or two straight edges to the frame | Template opening equals leaf size plus 1 mm |
| 3 | Rout with a 12 mm straight bit, 3-4 mm passes | Depth stop set to leaf thickness |
| 4 | Square the corners with a 12 mm chisel | Leaf sits flush, no rocking |
| 5 | Test-fit the hinge, then drill screw pilots | Screws bite, leaf does not lift |
The depth rule: a mortise 1 mm too deep leaves the hinge hanging on the screws and the door sagging within a month. Too shallow and the leaf stands proud, which shows as a gap on the hinge side.
On a finished frame: score the outline with a knife before routing. A straight bit on painted timber lifts the paint film 2-3 mm past the cut line otherwise.
Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case — $49
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| Product | Price | Pieces | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | $49 | 12 pcs | 500 g |
| Router Bit Set, 15 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | $59 | 15 pcs | 550 g |
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| Product | Price (duty and shipping included) | Weight | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Router Bit Set, 12 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | USD 49.00 | 500 g | 7-12 days |
| Router Bit Set, 15 pcs, 1/4 in shank, wooden case | USD 59.00 | 550 g | 7-12 days |