Quote: Nogget @ 29th March 2016, 8:44 AM BSTI wouldn't have thought of using a router, wouldn't a circular saw be better for a straight edge?
A router (pronounced ROWTER) give a better, straighter edge if done correctly.
Router has a straight edge, which needs to be pressed against a guide. I used a plastic-silver-coated bit of kitchen kick-plate which you can see in the photo above.
Its actually quite hard to get a perfect staight cut with a circular saw unless you set up the same sort of guide. I did earlier doors with a circular saw & the finish is not as good.