Shop-Made Leveling Jig

Flush‑trimming edge banding on plywood shelves is one of those deceptively simple woodworking tasks that can quickly go wrong. One slip, one uneven pass, and you sand, route or plane right through the veneer — leaving an ugly scar that instantly makes a cabinet or furniture project look amateurish. In this video, George demonstrates a smart, shop‑built solution using a trim router, a custom plywood jig, and a series of precision setup techniques that make edge‑banding cleanup fast, accurate, and repeatable. If you’ve ever struggled with trimming edge banding cleanly, this technique will feel like a breakthrough.

The jig itself is made from scrap plywood, but the results look anything but scrappy. George shows:

- How the jig is constructed so that you can have confidence to get it right the first time.
- Feeler‑gauge registration technique for precise router‑bit alignment.
- How to use proper hand‑pressure technique to prevent tipping and protect veneer.
- Tips for finishing off the edge banding to get professional looking results.

This is one of those woodworking tricks that instantly improves your results and boosts your confidence. It can also be used for other applications such as inlay or bowtie joinery. If you’re building cabinets, shelves, or furniture with plywood and edge banding, give this technique a try — it’s fast, safe, and produces professional‑grade results. Your next project will thank you.

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