I need a good website for first time wood router users?

Question

Is there a website that shows (pictures) what the different cuts from the different bit will look like? I have a lot of projects in mind but I don't know what bits to use or which bits will make which designs/cuts. Please give me a good website if there is one.

Answer 1

Most woodworking retailer catalogs show cut profiles for their router bits;  and most will send you a catalog free.  By browsing through these you can get some good ideas of what's available.

Send for the Woodcraft and Rockler catalogs at the links below.

Answer 2

I have posted a link to a site showing different profiles, but I can offer another suggestion.  Check with the community college in your area.  Many offer woodworking classes for beginners, intermediate, and advanced woodworkers.  Te cost is usually pretty reasonable, and the instructors are often geniuses when it comes to getting the most out of a tool.  Good luck.