Making a table top with a 45 degree beveled edge. I am using a brand new sharp 45 degree router bit. Is it best to start the cutting on the end grain end or the long grain side? I will taking smaller cuts working up to a final profile.
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End grain first. If it chips out you can clean up when profiling the long grain.
What he said.
I agree. In addition, if you glue or clamp a small block to the long grain at each end, any tear-out will occur in the sacrificial blocks. Then, saw them off or remove the clamps and cut the long grain sides.
What those guys said.
brendan's got it.