I need to order some cutters to do my kitchen worktops.... 2 "mason mitre" joints, 2 straight wall ends and 1 large radius on a breakfast bar to cut..

So I need some cutters that are going to be up to the job...

Can anyone recommend some decent quality cutters that would do the job properly? I know I need 1/2 shank, 1/2 twin flute and 50mm long...

But im not sure what brand is good.... and any idea where to mail order them from? (I dont like the idea of going on ebay for them... I dont want fakes!)

Im guessing 3 would be enough for practice and then actuall cuts?

[Edited on 1/12/10 by tegwin]

I purchased a set of work top cutters from Screwfix, did the job fine, (and still good to use on other things, ) HTH Ray

Yes I Second that
Found the screwfix one up to the job
Once had to get one in a hurry and bought a £25 trend on.
Could not see enough difference for that much money.

Screwfix LINK

Trend router cutters are the best I've used, but not the cheapest.

Some of the cheaper brands like Piranha seem to work well for lighter jobs in soft woods, but struggle with heavier jobs or harder materials (e.g. worktop laminate).

Remember to check the router spindle speed is set right and clamp everything down really well then go steady and let the cutter do the work (probaly teaching you to suck eggs here mind!)

I rented from Wickes for not a lot of cash.

The main issue, if you are only doing 2 or 3 joints, is whether or not you will get chips in the edge of the laminate. Going slower, and a faster speed with sharp cutter will help.

The biggest cause of chips is cold, the warmer the laminate is, the less likely.

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Originally posted by interestedparty
The main issue, if you are only doing 2 or 3 joints, is whether or not you will get chips in the edge of the laminate. Going slower, and a faster speed with sharp cutter will help.

The biggest cause of chips is cold, the warmer the laminate is, the less likely.

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i use trend or titman (really!). Currently using trend bits with changeable blades.

One good one will do the whole job and more.

Titman are good.

Do the female cut first, while the blade is at its sharpest, because that's the one you can't take a little skim off it you get a ragged edge or a chip.

Also, make damn sure your router is perpendicular to the surface, or oyu could end up with a situation where the joint can't be pulled closed because the two mating surfaces are sloping.