How To Drill A Hole In A Wall Tile

If you re drilling into tile ceramic or glass mark the spot with an x made of masking tape.

How to drill a hole in a wall tile.

Use a pencil or other marking tool to make a dot or an x over the exact spot where you want to drill your hole. Then take a hammer and very lightly tap the tile along the ring of holes. Do you need to add a towel bar to your already finished bathroom. Use a inch masonry bit to drill a series of closely spaced holes around the circle.

Are you not sure what to do because you do not want to crack a tile. Draw the hole outline on the tile with a felt tip pen or grease pencil. Drilling a hole in brand new tile can be nerve wracking. You may be afraid to make a mistake and ruin your expensive tile or to drill an unsightly hole.

Tap inside the outline and be patient as it could take a couple of minutes before the center of the hole breaks free. Use a small wet sponge to cool down the drill bit and prevent it from overheating. Porcelain tile has become a popular option boasting scratch resistance and durability. Watch doug s diy how.

If you need to drill 2 or more holes next to each other use a level to make sure they are properly lined up.