After finishing the bathroom walls with tiles, it's time to install accessories and bring “life” to the bathroom. How to choose a drill and make holes for installing decor so as not to damage the tiles? There are several tips that will help you learn how to drill simply, accurately, and avoid cracks and chips.
What is required for drilling
An electric drill or screwdriver will be needed in any case. When choosing a drill, it is important to pay attention to whether the intensity of rotation can be adjusted. The higher the speed, the more difficult it will be to achieve a quality result. The ideal mode for drilling tiles is low speed, i.e. low rotation speed of the drill. For screwdrivers this indicator is optimal level, so there are no problems, but not every tool is able to withstand long-term load. To do large holes, it’s better to use a drill.
A low-speed drill will require a set of cutting and measuring tools. For marking you will need:
- square, for compliance right angle;
- tape measure to accurately transfer specified dimensions;
- a pencil, or better yet a marker, for marking glossy surface tiles;
- building level to achieve perfect horizontal or vertical lines;
- masking tape.
The selection of cutting tools depends on the tile material, size and number of holes. A couple of holes can be made even with not the most suitable tool. If you need to drill a lot, it is better to stock up in advance necessary materials and tools.
Choosing a drill or auger
Tile is a material with a hard surface; its processing requires special tool. These are different types of drills:
- with carbide tipped;
- with diamond-coated spear-shaped;
- crown (diamond-coated tube);
- drill with SDS shank (for hammer drill).
Most affordable option — feather drill with carbide brazing. When sharpened, it copes with the task quite well, but “shrinks” quickly and requires periodic sharpening. Poor contact with concrete and metal.
A spear-shaped drill with two or four edges is more expensive due to diamond coating, but also lasts longer. It is used for drilling ceramics and glass.
A tube-shaped drill with a diamond edge (crown) is most often used for drilling porcelain stoneware. Such a tool has a minimal cutting area, makes the process easier, but requires some skill. The tube is thin-walled and can be easily damaged if excessive force is applied. But diamond coating can cut any materials.
If the only power tool you have is a hammer drill, then you can make a hole in the tile using a drill with an SDS shank. This is an extreme case that requires more effort.
The diameter of the drill must correspond to the size of the dowel for which the hole is made.
What other tools can you use?
Sometimes you need to make a hole big size. What to do in this case? A ballerina drill will help here. This is a device equipped with a central (axial) drill and carbide cutters that can be adjusted to the required size. This universal tool, since each “ballerina” has her own range possible sizes drilling.
A carbide cutter does not have such flexibility in size. Here the diameter is fixed. As a rule, cutters have standard (the most popular) dimensions, so they are often sold in sets.
When the tiles have not yet been glued to the wall, but need to be done big hole, you can use a hacksaw. To do this, you will need a tungsten-coated cloth.
How to protect tiles from chips and cracks
Careful handling of the tool and compliance with the optimal regime ensure that no chips or cracks will occur on the tiles.
The procedure for drilling tiles with large diameter holes
As the hole size increases, more effort has to be applied. This causes the tool to overheat, making work more difficult. To make work easier, for diameters above 19 mm, a circular drilling method is used, when only a thin strip is made in the body of the ceramic, leaving the entire central part.
Crown - metal bowl, cutting edge which is coated with diamond, tungsten carbide or ceramic chips. In the center of the structure there is a small drill that acts as a drilling axis. The center drill is slightly longer than the main bowl. This makes it possible to drill accurately in the intended location.
The work order is as follows:
- marking;
- center core;
- preliminary drilling of a central hole of small diameter;
- milling of the main diameter with periodic cooling of the tool.
You should always drill only at low drill speeds, especially when working with large diameters.
Drilling using a ballerina
The ballerina drill is designed for large and non-standard sizes. The procedure differs in that you need to set and securely fix the movable cutter to the required size. The distance between the center of the ballerina and the cutting edge is half the required diameter.
Otherwise, the procedure is similar to drilling with a crown.
When using a ballerina, it is important to monitor the inclination of the drill - it should be at a right angle, the force applied and the uniformity of the holes. With careful, careful execution, an excellent result is obtained.
How to drill tiles for laying dowels
For more exact result, drilling for a dowel is carried out in two stages: preliminary drilling of a small diameter, then drilling to the required size.
Features of drilling small diameter holes
Making small holes requires moderate effort. After marking, you should drill the body of the ceramic with a feather or spear drill. Then replace it and continue working at the base with a conventional carbide-tipped drill. This will help maintain the cutting ability of the tool. Pobedite soldering, which is effective when passing through ceramics and especially glazed tile coatings, suffers when in contact with concrete.
If you do not make a hole in the tile slightly larger than for the dowel in the base, it is easy to damage the edge of the tile and cause chips.
If, for example, it is necessary to install a 5 mm dowel, then a hole is made in the tile diamond drill 6 mm, and at the very base under the tile there is already 5 mm drill. This will prevent the formation of damage.
The better to drill
A good choice for wall tile holes for dowels is a diamond-coated drill bit. Special shape and a very hard coating help to work without special effort, very accurately hitting the markings. With this kind of drilling, there are no difficulties with matching holes and fastening elements on accessories.
Work order
First of all, you need to determine the location. The hole in the tile cannot be covered, so you need to carefully determine the drilling locations. When marking, a building level is used to get a good result.
We need to prepare necessary tool: drill, drills, extension cord if the outlet is far away, vacuum cleaner to collect dust, small container of water to cool the cutting edge. It is necessary to provide sufficient lighting in the room to prevent mistakes.
When everything is ready, you can begin to carefully drill the tiles. The small drill diameter is used first, then the tool is taken the right size and repeated drilling makes the required hole diameter.
Only the body of the tile is drilled to save cutting tool. The base under the tile can be drilled with a hammer drill.
While working, you can use a vacuum cleaner to avoid getting dust on the tile joints.
Drill tiles on the wall is not so difficult. When you have the appropriate tool and understanding of what needs to be done, the task is completed without problems. When working, you need to follow the listed tips and then everything will work out.
At the beginning of the renovation, it seems that the most difficult thing is laying tiles on the walls and floor in the bathroom. Therefore, when the installation of the decorative coating is completed, you think that the problematic moments are already behind you. However, the bathroom will have to be equipped with plumbing fixtures, cabinets, shelves, and sockets made. To put each of the listed items in place, you need to make a hole, or even more than one, in the wall.
The craftsman is faced with the question of how to drill tiles on the wall without damaging or spoiling appearance. In this situation, there are only two options: trust the professionals or learn how to drill tiles yourself.
Difficulty drilling tiles
Ceramic tiles are considered ideal option wall decoration, because it can withstand decades of merciless use in the humid microclimate of the bathroom. These same qualities make it difficult to make holes in tiles. First of all, the difficulty is presented by the following features of this type of finishing::
- Hardness. Ceramic tiles have a dense, hard structure, as they are produced by extrusion or pressing. Therefore, drilling a hole in it is not at all easy; you need a special tool, drills, the hardness of which is greater than the tile itself.
- Smooth surface. The outer surface of the tile is covered with glaze so that it is less porous, does not absorb moisture and has a beautiful shine. So when you try to make a hole in tiled wall, the drill bit will slip, which may damage the tiles.
- Fragility. Despite its high hardness, it is quite easy to damage the tiles during drilling. Especially if the glue was distributed unevenly during the installation process and there are air cavities under the tiles. If it hits such an air pocket, the drill will almost certainly split the tile.
Without knowing how to drill through tiles correctly, you can make many annoying mistakes that will lead to the need to replace one or more tiles, increase repair costs, and simply fray the master’s nerves.
Tool selection
To make a hole in a tiled wall you will need quality tool. You can rent what you need, borrow it from friends, or purchase it, because it will come in handy many times during the renovation process. One way or another, you need to get a good drill and hammer drill. They must meet the following requirements:
- The drill must support various drilling modes, be able to operate at low speeds, and have sufficient power. Pay attention to battery-powered models, which are easy to use due to their light weight; they are not “tied” to an outlet.
- It is not advisable to use a hammer drill to process tiles, as this impact tool creates vibration, which can lead to cracks on the surface of the tile. It is useful for drilling into the wall under the tiles.
- The master must be able to control the force of pressing and the speed of rotation of the drill. It is advisable to start work at low speeds, gradually increasing the rotation to 200 rpm.
Worth paying attention! A little trick: if you have an old one lying around hand drill, don’t rush to get rid of it, because hand tool Ideal for drilling tiles as it is muscle driven and therefore does not vibrate.
Selecting a drill and auger
You need to take care of purchasing a special drill and a drill suitable for working with tiles. They must be very hard and sharp, usually professional finishers, to make a hole in ceramic tiles, use:
Very important! The diameter of the drill is selected to match the size of the dowel, and the diameter of the drill for the hammer drill should be several mm smaller so as not to touch the edge of the tile during operation, otherwise vibration will damage it.
Purchasing a low-quality, unsuitable drill is a dubious saving that can come back to haunt you with chips, cracks and much higher costs.
Tile drilling technique
In addition to a power tool, to drill a hole, you will need a building level, masking tape, a marker, a tape measure or a ruler. Having prepared everything you need, follow the steps in the following order:
Be careful! The drill should not overheat during operation; smoke that appears is a sure sign that you need to stop and cool it.
Large diameter holes
Sometimes it becomes necessary to drill a hole in the tiles large diameter. For example, to install an outlet or connect plumbing. Other attachments are used to perform this task:
If you have planned in advance the locations for installing sockets and connecting communications, it is easier to drill the tiles before laying them on the wall, as they say, on the shore. Since it is more difficult to work with large diameter holes.
Knowing how to drill through tiles on a wall will help you avoid being intimidated when asked to hang a mirror or shelf in the bathroom. After all main secret success - a quality tool, accuracy and consistency!
Video instruction
At the beginning of the renovation, it seems that the most difficult thing is laying tiles on the walls and floor in the bathroom. Therefore, when the installation of the decorative coating is completed, you think that the problematic moments are already behind you. However, the bathroom will have to be equipped with plumbing fixtures, cabinets, shelves, and sockets made. To put each of the listed items in place, you need to make a hole, or even more than one, in the wall.
The craftsman is faced with the question of how to drill tiles on the wall without damaging or spoiling the appearance. In this situation, there are only two options: trust the professionals or learn how to drill tiles yourself.
Difficulty drilling tiles
Ceramic tiles are considered an ideal option for wall decoration because they can withstand decades of merciless use in the humid microclimate of the bathroom. These same qualities make it difficult to make holes in tiles. First of all, the difficulty is presented by the following features of this type of finishing::
- Hardness. Ceramic tiles have a dense, hard structure, as they are produced by extrusion or pressing. Therefore, drilling a hole in it is not at all easy; you need a special tool, drills, the hardness of which is greater than the tile itself.
- Smooth surface. The outer surface of the tile is covered with glaze so that it is less porous, does not absorb moisture and has a beautiful shine. Therefore, when you try to make a hole in a tiled wall, the drill bit will slip, which may damage the tile.
- Fragility. Despite its high hardness, it is quite easy to damage the tiles during drilling. Especially if the glue was distributed unevenly during the installation process and there are air cavities under the tiles. If it hits such an air pocket, the drill will almost certainly split the tile.
Without knowing how to drill through tiles correctly, you can make many annoying mistakes that will lead to the need to replace one or more tiles, increase repair costs, and simply fray the master’s nerves.
Tool selection
To make a hole in a tiled wall you will need a quality tool. You can rent what you need, borrow it from friends, or purchase it, because it will come in handy many times during the renovation process. One way or another, you need to get a good drill and hammer drill. They must meet the following requirements:
- The drill must support various drilling modes, be able to operate at low speeds, and have sufficient power. Pay attention to battery-powered models, which are easy to use due to their light weight; they are not “tied” to an outlet.
- It is not advisable to use a hammer drill to process tiles, as this impact tool creates vibration, which can lead to cracks on the surface of the tile. It is useful for drilling into the wall under the tiles.
- The master must be able to control the force of pressing and the speed of rotation of the drill. It is advisable to start work at low speeds, gradually increasing the rotation to 200 rpm.
Worth paying attention! A little trick: if you have an old hand drill lying around, do not rush to get rid of it, because a hand tool is ideal for drilling tiles, since it is driven by muscles and therefore does not vibrate.
Selecting a drill and auger
You need to take care of purchasing a special drill and a drill suitable for working with tiles. They must be very hard and sharp, usually professional finishers, to make a hole in ceramic tiles, use:
Very important! The diameter of the drill is selected to match the size of the dowel, and the diameter of the drill for the hammer drill should be several mm smaller so as not to touch the edge of the tile during operation, otherwise vibration will damage it.
Purchasing a low-quality, unsuitable drill is a dubious saving that can come back to haunt you with chips, cracks and much higher costs.
Tile drilling technique
In addition to a power tool, to drill a hole, you will need a building level, masking tape, a marker, a tape measure or a ruler. Having prepared everything you need, follow the steps in the following order:
Be careful! The drill should not overheat during operation; smoke that appears is a sure sign that you need to stop and cool it.
Large diameter holes
Sometimes it becomes necessary to drill a large hole in the tile. For example, to install an outlet or connect plumbing. Other attachments are used to perform this task:
If you have planned in advance the locations for installing sockets and connecting communications, it is easier to drill the tiles before laying them on the wall, as they say, on the shore. Since it is more difficult to work with large diameter holes.
Knowing how to drill through tiles on a wall will help you avoid being intimidated when asked to hang a mirror or shelf in the bathroom. After all, the main secret of success is a high-quality tool, accuracy and consistency!
Video instruction
After tiling a bathroom or kitchen, small tasks remain: hanging shelves and rails, fixing lamps, installing sockets. However, for all this it is necessary to prepare holes in the finishing, which in the case of fragile tiles is not so simple task. We will tell you how and what to drill into ceramic tiles so as not to split them.
You have to be very careful when drilling tiles - they do not have the same viscosity as metal and do not have bonds between the grains, which are easily broken when working on concrete. Ceramic tiles are monolithic in structure, and any point load can lead to cracking. Therefore, the tool should be selected very carefully.
- A hammer drill in impact mode disappears immediately, but when switching to a “drill” it is quite suitable for drilling tiles. In addition, for further preparation of the socket for fasteners already in concrete wall This is exactly what you will need, so all the work can be done with one tool.
- Drill – a good option at correct selection drill. However, to work on tiles, you need to set the regulator to low speed - no higher than 800 rpm. Moreover, the tool itself must be powerful enough so that even such a loss of torque does not prevent it from making a hole in a solid tile.
- A screwdriver (cordless or powered) can be used not only for its intended purpose, but also for drilling tiles. Here it is easier to control the speed of revolutions, so the chance of splitting the tiles is minimal.
- Hand engraver - not everyone has this tool home handyman, but if it is, it will be easier to make square or shaped holes in the tile cladding.
Suitable attachments
Drill
When working with tiles, it's not the power tool itself that's important, but the drill bits you use. For ceramics, special drills with diamond or corundum coating are produced. Some craftsmen allow the use of a pobedit drill, but the strength of its tip is not enough to make holes quickly. However, when we're talking about just a couple of sockets for dowels, there is no point in overpaying for professional diamond consumables.
The shape of drills for ceramics is varied enough that you can find a suitable attachment:
- Spear-shaped
They look like a triangular wedge with two or four diverging blades. To prepare mounting sockets for dowels with a diameter of 4-12 mm, they are quite sufficient, moreover, this is one of the few types of drills that cope with ceramics even with Pobedit tips. The “spears” are relatively inexpensive, do not slip on the glaze, but work well only at low speeds and still quickly become dull. However, their low price completely reconciles this.
- Tubular
They are hollow tubes of different diameters (from 5 to 75 mm) with continuous coating along the cutting edge. Working with them is easier and more convenient - due to the large contact area, such drills penetrate smoothly into the thickness of the tile and do not leave chips. However, for each hole you will have to purchase a separate nozzle of the required size, and the spray on them wears off quite quickly. When using tubular drills, the rotation speed should not exceed 500 rpm - they are expensive, and due to the burning of grains due to excessive heating, they can soon become unusable.
- Circular (ballerinas)
Universal drills that can be used to make holes of different diameters from 30 to 90 mm in diameter. They have a central wedge-shaped spear and a length-adjustable stem on which an additional blade is located. The disadvantage of the ballerina is that she literally starts dancing on the tile, trying to snatch the drill out of her hands - it will take considerable experience to drill a hole with it without breaking the tile. In addition, the blade knocks out fairly large fragments, leaving far from perfect edges.
Crowns
They are used to make a hole in the tile. correct form and large diameter up to 160 mm (for example, for a socket, switch or communications outlet). These are wide cups, similar to tubular drills, all with the same corundum or diamond coating on the edge and a centering tip in the middle.
Working with crowns requires special precision and correct installation cutting edge - strictly in the same plane with the tile. But first, the central bit is drilled into the thickness of the tile. This allows you to create a rigid axis of rotation of the cup and align it parallel to the lining surface.
At the end of the work, the round tile is removed from the wall along with the crown. If it sits tightly on the mortar, you can pry it off with a screwdriver or knock it out with a chisel, being careful not to damage the rest of the finish.
Milling cutters
To cut a hole in a tile custom size, square or rectangular shape, easier to use by hand engraver, installing a disk cutter on it. Will fit cutting wheels small diameter from 18 to 50 mm with a non-segmented diamond edge.
How to drill tiles correctly
The most difficult and critical stage when drilling ceramics is the first penetration through the glaze layer. The surface of the tile is highly durable, and the drill can slip off the smooth surface at any time. To prevent this from happening, masters resort to various tricks.
The simplest and reliable way– seal the tile area with masking tape. You can also mark it for the future hole, especially if the tile is dark in color. This option is suitable for working with ceramics on vertical surfaces. You can also use office corrector and make a bold mark on the tile with the liquid. After drying, it will turn into a rough spot that will not allow the attachment to slip off.
Drill floor tiles This is done infrequently, but if there is a need for this, it is better to use a factory or homemade conductor. To make it, you can take a simple wooden block or a thick piece of plywood and make a hole in it the same diameter as the drill for ceramics. This socket will serve as a limiter for the drill and will help keep it strictly perpendicular to the floor. Of course, loose wood will not stop the drill, but you will feel it if you start to tilt the tool to the side, and you will be able to level it in time.
The first drilling through the glaze is done at high speed with a light touch of the tip. After this, you will need to stop and turn the drill or screwdriver to the minimum speed. When using tubular nozzles, they are first drilled with a slight deviation of the axis from the vertical - only after this the cutting edge is set strictly perpendicular to the cladding.
- Hole in ceramic tiles the dowel should be slightly larger in diameter - this way you won’t damage the tile when you hammer the expansion anchor into the wall.
- If a seat needs to be prepared in a tile joint, choose a drill of a smaller diameter. The ends of the tiles are less protected from mechanical stress than the front surface, and if you accidentally touch the edge, you risk leaving a chip on the cladding that will cause a crack.
- Under no circumstances make nests close to the edge of the laid tiles - the risk of ruining it here is almost one hundred percent. Move the hole either to the center of the seam or away from the edge (at least 2 cm).
- When drilling, do not press too hard on the cutting tool - the working head should “rub” the hole in the tile, and not push it through.
- Ceramic tiles may react by cracking to sudden temperature changes. To avoid creating excess heat at the drilling point, water the area with water. The instrument itself also needs to be cooled periodically, especially if you use diamond bits or tubes.
- As soon as the drill goes through the tile, replace it with a regular Pobedit bit of a slightly smaller diameter, and switch the drill or hammer to impact mode. This way you can finish the wall faster and extend the service life of consumables.
Of course, the easiest way is to drill holes in tiles that have not yet been glued, laying them on a perfectly flat surface, for example, on a sheet of chipboard or drywall. This way the risk of damage to the tile is reduced significantly. But even on the finished cladding, you can make neat holes for fasteners if you use a low-speed power tool and the right drills.
If the question arises of how to drill tiles, you need to carefully select the tool, because the quality of the future coating will depend on this.
This material is quite fragile in processing, so there is a possibility of chipping. The easiest way is to turn to a professional, but we will tell you in detail how and how to make it yourself this type works
Overview of tile drilling tools
To make a hole in ceramic tiles, you can use:
- Electric drill and drills, and the tool should operate at low speeds, and the best solution will use a special (spear-shaped) drill for tiles, however, it will also work standard option, but you should first sharpen it;
- A screwdriver is used to drill holes, and the battery device must have a maximum speed (number of revolutions up to 1,000), but drilling tiles using an analogue operating from the mains will be correct at low speed;
- Mechanical drill – less effective solution, and in addition, with the help of such a tool it is possible to drill holes no more than 12 mm.
Different cutouts require the use of specific equipment and components. For example, to prepare ceramic tiles for installing an outlet in a bathroom or kitchen, a diamond crown is useful.
Measures to protect the material from chips and cracks
When dealing with questions of how to drill tiles, we must not forget about precautions during work, thanks to which it will be possible to avoid deformation and complete destruction finishing material. First of all, to prevent the tile from cracking, it must first be soaked in ordinary water for 1 hour. If there is not enough time for such a solution, you can moisten the area where the holes are being drilled with a spray bottle.
To make it easier to start drilling large holes, you can cut out a stencil from fiberboard or plywood, then press it tightly against the tile to start drilling.
It is quite possible to reduce the likelihood of cracks if you step back at least 15 mm from the edge of the ceramic tile to the cutout. It’s better to calculate the installation point of the socket/shelf so that the hole under fastener located on the connecting seam.
How to drill tiles for laying dowels
This problem arises if it is necessary to make a hole in the wall of a bathroom or kitchen in order to install a lighting fixture/shelf. In this case, you need to work directly on a vertical surface with ceramic tiles already attached to it.
What is special about drilling?
The surface of the tile is smooth, which means that drilling the tile will be difficult if you are not prepared for this process. The main difficulty is that the drill slides along the surface of the material.
We paste paper tape at the marked point, which is capable of holding the drill in place at the initial moment of drilling.
Therefore, you should use one of the following methods to avoid damaging the finish:
- The hole is drilled over the adhesive tape glued to the ceramic tile;
- It is necessary to slightly disturb the integrity of the coating of the finishing material at the point where the lamp/shelf is attached to the wall in the bathroom/kitchen;
- To prevent the drill from sliding, a jig is used - this is a certain type of plate made of metal or wood with holes different diameters.
The last of the methods requires effort and increased care, since you will need to simultaneously hold the jig and also control the accuracy of drilling. Otherwise, you may make a mistake.
What to drill with?
To work with different materials use certain tools, as well as components for them. When considering how to drill tiles in the kitchen or bathroom, you should immediately exclude the option of using a drill for brick/concrete.
This option is completely unsuitable for working with tiles and in this case there is a high probability of cracks forming. You should only choose it as a last resort.
For drilling tiles, it is best to use special spear-shaped drills with a sharp tip or diamond coating.
Correctly use drill bits for tiles of the following types:
- Diamond coated;
- Pobeditov tip.
The first option is very expensive, and it is advisable to purchase it only in conditions of regular drilling, otherwise the tool will not pay for itself. Often, a special tile drill with a pobedit tip is used, which is sharpened enough to reduce the likelihood of cracking the material.
First, drill through the tile with a diamond tip or stylus. Next, change the drill to one that is more suitable for the concrete surface.
Operating procedure
The procedure for attaching hanging furniture, as well as lamps on the wall:
- At the dowel installation point, apply masking tape and make a mark with a marker where exactly the fastener will be located.
- Using suitable drill, you need to make a hole. The drill should operate at low speed.
- After you have made a through hole in the tile, you should replace the drill with a suitable analogue for working with concrete/brick.
- The surface is cleaned of crumbs and dust, after which the dowel is laid. Moreover, it should be recessed into the tile by several millimeters.
By using this method You can drill a hole no larger than 15 mm.
Selecting a drill for installing a socket box/pipe
In this case, a simple drill is the least suitable solution. To prepare a large cutout, a crown is most often used, but it is also used special type drill - ballerina.
Exist different variants to solve this problem: these are special drills (centering), drills with a diamond tip and crowns with a similar coating. However, the price of highly specialized components, in particular, diamond crowns, is quite high. You need to work with them very carefully, regularly moistening them with water. The drill starts at low speed.
The drills themselves must be made of high-strength materials, have appropriate sharpening, and are capable of passing through a dense structure.
Analogue for more affordable price- with pobedite teeth. It costs less, but is less effective. If desired, you can choose crowns of different diameters ( maximum size 15 cm). But drilling 20 holes in a row will lead to complete failure of the tool.
Reasonably priced and relatively easy to use, this is a type of ballerina drill. It contains a bracket with another sharp-angled drill.
Hammer and diamond core bit
Drilling directly on the wall in your bathroom or kitchen is unsafe for the finishing material. Therefore, it is better to prepare holes on the floor. It is recommended to place the product on a hard surface. Having outlined the hole on the front side, you can immediately proceed to drilling.
Drill with diamond bit
The actions are similar to the previously discussed option. Marking is done on the front side of the tile. A hole is drilled using a crown, but it is not recommended to put too much pressure on the tool.
Buy a crown with a center drill. When working with tiles, it is quite difficult to use crowns without a centering drill, as they slide along the material.
Application of a ballerina
The drills are placed at a distance half as large as the diameter of the hole for the socket/pipe. First, marking is done, then drilling is done. You need to work with the tool at low speed.
The ballerina is not very expensive, so every home master can buy it.
Drill and drill bit with diamond tip
In this case, it is necessary to make many holes. Their extreme point should slightly extend beyond the intended contour for installing the socket/pipe.
Drill tubular type is a diamond coated tube with which you can create small diameter holes.
Then the middle is knocked out, and the uneven edge is removed with nippers, after which the edge is sanded.
This is a more labor-intensive method than using a crown. Therefore, it is recommended to use it if you have some experience in such work.
Drill and tungsten core bit with centering drill
This solution is suitable for treating tiles laid on the wall in your bathroom/kitchen. To avoid the crown slipping, it is recommended to use a prepared template, which has a hole of a suitable diameter (according to the size of the crown). Next, all you have to do is attach a tool and drill in the bathroom or kitchen for an outlet/pipe.
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