Learn the best techniques for effectively and safely drilling through tile in this comprehensive guide. Whether you're a DIY ...

Q: Tim, how in the heck do you drill a simple hole into ceramic tile? I’ve been trying to do it for the past half-hour and nothing is happening except the drill bit is getting red hot. I just grabbed ...

Here's how to avoid cracking a tile surface when you need to drill a hole. Mark your point, then gently score the tile with a nail set to break through the glaze. Be sure to use a carbide driill bit ...

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You only get one shot when drilling into tile, so you've got to make it count. Mark your spot with painters tape applied in an "X" pattern to keep your drill from slipping and scratching your tile.

Q: I want to install several new towel bars and other accessories in an older bathroom. I also need to install anchors for a new shower door. I tried drilling into the tile but got nowhere fast. The ...

Jobs around the house that require a drill bit: Installing a lockset, running sheathed electrical wire in wall framing, bolting a gate latch, installing an expansion ...

A roll of masking tape sitting on a wooden table top - New Africa/Shutterstock Have you ever wondered how to drill a hole to the exact depth you need? Well, there's a hack for that. In fact, Bob ...