#BEST DRILL BIT FOR CERAMIC TILE CRACK#

All of our specialist drill bits can be purchased at your local store. For drilling the material behind the tile Bernie uses the MM850, we will explain why it is important to use a multi-material drill bit later in step 5. In the video, Bernie uses the Marcrist CD850 for ceramic drilling and the Marcrist PG750X for porcelain drilling. Make sure your power drill is in rotary mode, if you’re unsure, see the video for a breif explanation or check your specific drill manual.

#BEST DRILL BIT FOR CERAMIC TILE CRACK#

To prevent the overheating of the drill bit and to prevent creating vibrations that may crack the tile, take things slowly and start on a low speed, applying even pressure. Once you have selected the correct drill bit for the material it is time to start drilling.

The last bit of prep involves making sure you have a clean working area and that you are wearing the correct protective equipment including goggles and face mask. Drill guides can be attached to the surface of the tile, to increase accuracy when drilling. If this is your first time drilling tiles, you may wish to use a specialist drill guide instead of masking tape. Use your spirit level to ensure the holes are level and accurate before you begin to drill. Once you’ve marked each point with a dot, draw a small cross on each location so that you can drill accurately. The easiest way to get precise markings is to mark the wall through the pre-cut holes in the bathroom accessory.Īlternatively, measure the distance between the holes you need to drill for your fixing, then mark the holes on the tile in the area you wish to drill. You’ll need to mark each point’s position precisely, as even a millimeter or two could result in the accessory not fitting properly. Hold the bathroom accessory up against the wall again and mark the location of each hole. Hold the accessory against the wall and once you’ve worked out where each plug will enter the wall, place some masking tape over the rough location. Using masking tape will provide some tension on the surface of the tile to help the drill bit grip and not skid around on the surface. To make sure your accessories are attached straight, you’ll need to mark each of the points you’ll be drilling before you begin. Nothing looks worse than a towel rail or mirror at an odd angle.

Best drill bit for ceramic tile