How To Drill A Hole In Ceramic Tile

How To Drill A Hole In Ceramic Tile

[@kathymintexas1556]

This is the second time I've referenced back to this video to drill into tile. Best video I've found.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thank you Kathy, Appreciate you stopping by. Hope you're having a great week.

[@jackzouyuquan9094]

He doesn't talk at all and demonstrate. I like it. Well-done

[@SerialDelta]

Great tip, I knew about the tape but not the tapping of the drill with a hammer. I'd never drilled a hole in a tile before and with your help I managed 4 with no problems... Thanks for posting.

[@fortyoddyears5295]

You’re the only video that took us through the drilling, anchors and screwing of tiling. I appreciate that. I didn’t think we needed anchors but it looks like I’m sadly WAY wrong. 😢

[@hlecaros]

Thank you very much for this helpful video, I am a new home owner and I am learning constantly how to install and repair things around the house, it definitely saves money. Great video!!!

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thanks for watching Hans.

[@barryrutter309]

I had to put a heated towel rail up which required 6 holes in similar tiles in this clip, All I can say is it was the bet job I have ever made, all holes in the right place and right size, thanks for the tip, 100% thumbs up.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Barry Rutter Fantastic! Glad I could help out.

[@GLACIOUS13]

This is the 7th or 8th tile drilling video that I've watched. It's the first one that led me to subscribe. Couldn't resist the "Finishing Move". Awesome!

[@MrTontoYoder]

I was debating the different suggestions for successfully drilling through tile of a shower stall. Tried your technique on a scrap piece of tile and felt confident enough to give it a whirl on a customer's condo. Worked well!

[@yourbeekeeper]

+MrTontoYoder Great to hear! Thanks for the feedback, I am glad I could help you out.

[@peterkocovski3025]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you very much for putting this out. My first time drilling into tile and it couldn't have gone any better thanks to your video.

[@yourbeekeeper]

That's great to hear Peter, Glad I could help out with your project.

[@ChristinaAsher]

so good to watch instructions without a long boring preamble. Thanks for a great job.

[@yourbeekeeper]

You are very welcome Christina. Have a great day.

[@jimb9916]

This worked great. Four holes in tile backsplash and no dramas. Thanks!

[@annaquek2429]

Excellent. Thank you, I had wondered how one could stop the drill bit from sliding all over the ceramic tile. Very useful tip with the tap and using a ceramic drill bit to make the indent through the glazing. Anna

[@yourbeekeeper]

Anna Quek HI Anna. You might try making a deeper indent in the tile glaze when you are tapping. Remember it's a light tap while your rotate the masonary bit between your fingers...it allows that carbide tip to get fresh bites in the tile. I have not had any issue with the bit wandering.

[@mogbaba]

Thank you, years back when we just build our house I needed to learn this technique. I remember that always the drill bit slipped on the tile surface. Your method is excellent.

[@yourbeekeeper]

mogbaba Thank you.

[@somewhereusa9602]

Excellent video. Thanks for posting it. Used your method for mounting a grab bar in our bath tiled wall. But blocked it behind said tiles, with 2"x4" mounted between wall studs. Came out nice, strong, no tile damage. Thanks again.

[@yourbeekeeper]

You're very welcome, Thanks for the feedback.

[@roberthigginson8927]

Great tip thanks a lot, saved the expense of buying another set of tile drill bits. I have also used your technique on tiles that have not yet been fitted, supported these tiles on a piece of 25mm thick rubber to absorb the shock.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Robert Higginson Great to hear it worked out. Thank you Robert, for the feedback.

[@davidchurch100]

the ending made me chuckle, tie fold and a satisfied tap on the roll for a job well done.. lol perfect instructions thanks for sharing

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thanks David, Glad I could help out.

[@jasonelskamp2365]

except it was backwords! LOL

[@williamcassedy8349]

Was just looking to see what would be needed to drill in ceramic tile (type of drill / drill bit). Had intended to drill at a joint to minimize potential cracking. This video showed me how to mount where I really want to put a towel hanger - in the middle of a tile. Nice job!!

[@yourbeekeeper]

William Cassedy thank you for taking the time to watch my video. You actually have a reduced risk of cracking or chipping when you drill in the center, or field, of the tile. The glazing tends to be thinnest at the edges. Good luck!

[@georgelee1065]

This is the best one yet, especially the folding of the tissue at the end, brilliant. This is the method I will use, cheers.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thanks George.

[@elkemulgrew5879]

Thanks so much. I don't take any chances these days after this supposed granite mason came and drilled a huge hole in our granite wall for a grab bar (no clue what he was doing!) Now we research everything to do with drilling through tile or natural stone. I especially love the finishing touch at the end of your video. That is classic!!

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thank you Elke, glad this video helps out... sorry to hear about your granite mason issues.

[@grahampowell8517]

From experience. In a bathroom / shower environment the screws might start to corrode and expand at the plug and could crack the tile. I always drill the hole in the tile slightly larger than the hole for the plug so the front end of the plug sits against the wall not the tile. If the screw then corrodes there is room for expansion.

[@GalaXy808]

I've been drilling ceramics wrong..LUCKY I FOUND THIS VIDEO..THANK YOU SIR..THUMBS UUUUIPPPP...FOLDING THE TIP OF TOILET PAPER..WOW!

[@quietquark6914]

real handy tip! it will save a lot of trouble. these days, we use diamond coated hole bit for the first ~1mm then use carbide tip masonry bit as you've shown.

[@baddabing4609]

Nicely done :) I normally use a glass drillbit for the holemaking in those kinds of tiles, regular mono/bicottura tiles and marble aswell, it's a bit easier than the masonery bit because it will not slip as much and you don't have to use the hammer for making the pilot holes. I like the masonary drillbit technique for harder types of tiles as a porcellenato.

[@amygarland9085]

We gotta get the best of it for you and me yes I will be your husband for life

[@hamzamubashir9220]

@@amygarland9085 q,c. Aww

[@westfielder01]

Great tip for tapping the tile with hammer and drill bit - worked a treat. Thanks for uploading

[@enzolucani3998]

westfielder01 Battisti

[@MIST1818]

This is the knowhow that really works... Thank you for sharing this valuable knowledge. 🤝

[@yourbeekeeper]

Glad it helped

[@christinakruse6308]

quiet, to the point, clear and fully understood -- thank you !

[@yourbeekeeper]

+August kruse-templer You're very welcome.

[@MichaelHarrisIreland]

It's the folding part I'm struggling with. Nice useful video, thanks.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Hey My Friend!!!!! Completely happy with Dewalt tools... Thanks for watching Mr. Fritz, I appreciate the great comment!

[@jonesy5090]

Great video - although I had a bit of a nightmare trying to get through my tiles. Starting the holes using your method worked perfectly however the tiles were so hard I used three batteries on my drill trying to get through the damned things! Eventually once I was about half way through I decided to try the method that one of the other commenters below suggested - hammering a pin through the back of the tile and then drilling the rest out. This worked a treat (although I was scared that I was going to crack the tile). I tried masonry and twist bits (decent ones as well) and the masonry was the better of the two. Also in case it's useful for anyone - once I'd hammered the pin through the back of the tile I set the drill to hammer to finish the holes off, it was much quicker this way - I wouldn't suggest setting the drill to hammer early on in the process though. 2 holes took nearly 45 minutes to drill - the other two were in the grout - moral of the tale drill through the grout if you can... Cheers for the video - it saved me hours!

[@yourbeekeeper]

+Gareth Jones Fortunately you got through without damage, what kind of tile was it? I have found porcelain tile to be much more difficult to get through than ceramic tiles and natural stone tiles are a whole different beast.

[@bongo042]

Now I know the best method to drill into tile. And Dewalt does make a durable drill!Thank you

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thanks Robb, That Dewalt is still being used today, it's definately a destament to Dewalt durability.

[@junantonio9173]

Thank you for this tutorial-vid; learned something new, and most useful today. Now there’s no need for me to spend some amount for a glass drill bit 😉

[@YelpBullhorn]

I once bought a Dewalt drill. Never again. It broke on the very first use! Took it back and bought a Makita. No problems with it. Three years old and used heavily every working day.

[@yourbeekeeper]

+YelpBullhorn I have had great luck with Makita tools as well.

[@NashibQadri]

This is a great video. I love the fact that you tell us it is real time *and* it does not take long. About to try this out shortly after practising on some scrap. Will update you. Thanks again!

[@yourbeekeeper]

Nashib Qadri Glad I could help out. Please let me know how it went for you.

[@NashibQadri]

yourbeekeeper - It worked out really well. There were two very clean holes, level, without any cracking. Thanks!

[@frgfly]

this brought tears to my eyes it was so beautiful- you sir, are an artist

[@rotsennestor9255]

hahaha

[@RobertoHa-rt3gi]

It's really a happy ending mate.. and some tissue for your joyful tears. 😁😁

[@socialimpact2094]

Thank you for this nice and detail oriented video. 👍 My feedback ( for self learning first time DIYs like me). Do practice on a separate tile. You should get used to the materials and tools you would be using. Metal hammer can easily break the tile, therefore you have to experience right level of pressure that you would apply for the pilot marks. Use level tool to double check the alignment of the holes. Measure twice before attempting to start drilling. I would prefer “ diamond tip “ drill bits. And, use gloves & eye protection for your safety.

[@albertromeo7699]

Well done ... GREAT VIDEO! ... excellent workaround to buying a tile drill bit!

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thanks Albert.

[@roryoconnor5533]

Excellent video. Thanks for demonstrating.

[@Every1Lie]

Enjoyed the story on the drill and how easily you made it.

[@chox2001]

I like dewalt only ever had trigger problems with drills, I wish the batteries were cheaper tho. nice how to video it will save lots of people time and slipping.

[@Graveltrucking]

I like my Dewalt 18 volt cordless I don't use it as much as you but its never failed me yet. Dewalts are a little on the heavy side but it is probably what makes them so durable. Tried Makita drills they felt a little cheap I only use Makita angle grinders thou. Your wife taught you well how to put the TP roll in the right way and fold the end lol.

[@bryanm5233]

Thanks for the info. Installing a range hood in the kitchen. This will really help!

[@yourbeekeeper]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jaydigiandomenico6778]

I use a sharp center punch . If you are in a finished or clean area tape an envelope under the drill site to catch the dust . Don't push the drill bit and further than needed due to pipes and wires .

[@dejanira2]

ahhhh, the little touches that make the customers happy!!!!!

[@yourbeekeeper]

Quebec would be quite a commute for me. ;-) Take your time and you can drill through any tile. Keep the bit slow and steady to avoid heat and you will be fine. You can even squirt the bit with water while you are drilling to keep it cool.

[@smjadhav5579]

Knowledgeable informative video thanks

[@levinaryan760]

That is exactly my bathroom tiles . Good job. But my carpenter did it using single bit and drill machine. Though your process look safer but people who have lot of experience can drill direct without tape without two drill bids, but if I had to do it myself I will do the way you showed in the video. 🖒

[@yourbeekeeper]

Just thought I might be able to help someone out who might have this task on their honey-do list. Ryobi is hit or miss for me..I have one of their table saws and it's a capable machine for the money. Never messed with their battery operated tools though. Thanks Matt!

[@adrianmario6705]

you prolly dont give a damn but does anybody know of a method to log back into an instagram account?? I was dumb forgot my password. I love any tricks you can give me

[@jadrene4678]

@Adrian Mario Instablaster :)

[@vns6935]

Very helpful 👍 And thanks for sharing the brand info about your trusty drill. Simplifies the search for a durable tool. Very few think of specifying such useful details.

[@jaco7675]

I like these videos. Makes me feel like Ive learned nothing in my 60 years on earth.

[@webuyiphones9719]

this video has helped me a lot, thank you very much mate. it's not a torture any more

[@yourbeekeeper]

Happy to help out.

[@ronnieignacio6963]

Great video, quick and simple. Nice touch on the TP. Thanks.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Glad you liked it

[@mic363]

this is what i like nice simple straight forward videos, good job

[@yourbeekeeper]

mic363 Thank you.

[@anthonyellis9122]

Great tip re using the hammer and drill bit to break the glaze! Thanks!

[@yourbeekeeper]

You are very welcome Anthony.

[@atifmir7409]

Very clear and easy to follow video. Thanks for posting

[@bestiemeliv1743]

I loved the folding of the loo paper at the end. Can you make a video demonstration for this technique?

[@yourbeekeeper]

bestie meliv You just saw it...haha

[@teukudjw7737]

Now you need to clean up the floor. I usually attach plastic bag or paper box together with the tape under the drilling hole to catch the dust.

[@salronmumbai]

That's smart bro !

[@kzanbusiness]

I actually went aww for the last 20 seconds when you folded the towel! :)

[@yourbeekeeper]

It's all about customer service.

[@carolschaubert3325]

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[@Boobtube.]

the fold you did at the end just goes to prove, no job is finished until the paperwork is complete.

[@nicknamednickify]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge! By the way, nice finishing touches with the hotel corner garnishment on that roll.

[@mehranfreeman6192]

Awesome 👍 , In absence of a sds drill , this is an awesome way to drill through ceramic tiles without bricking them.Thank you

[@TavsIsAbout]

Hi, just to say thanks. I used this method to put up some corner shelves in our shower cubicle. Worked perfectly! Did you figure this out yourself or did someone pass it down to you? Thanks

[@yourbeekeeper]

I figured this out on my own... they say necessity is the mother of all invention.

[@amamamiq]

Very helpful video. Thanks! I'm trying to put up a shower rod, what size masonry bit would I need?

[@yourbeekeeper]

The size of the bit depends on the size of the plastic anchor you are using. Select a drill bit that is slightly smaller in diameter than the anchor and you will be okay.

[@fmiravet]

Very helpful video, thank you.

[@yourbeekeeper]

+Fred Miravet You're very welcome. Glad to help out.

[@ClayAndPlay]

LOL, the fold at the end proves that the PROPER way to put the paper on the holder is in the "over" position, NOT under. LOL. Thanks for the vid.

[@yourbeekeeper]

+ClayAndPlay hahaha.. yes...over not under.

[@staggeringlee]

Hi, I am very impressed with the video, if there is plaster and brick behind the tile on the wall, so I need to change the setting from screw to hammer on the drill once I am through the tile? thanks

[@yourbeekeeper]

Emma Kayne HI Emma, If it's plaster and brick (red brick) then this technique will continue to make a hole. If you are fortunate to have a drill with a hammer feature, then switching it to hammer will speed up the process. But I would definately recommend being absolutely sure you have gone completely through the tile before clicking over to hammer to avoid cracking the tile. Cement brick is more dense and will require a hammer feature.

[@budisantosofamily]

Thanks for the tip. I could easily drill the ceramic tile for my shower holder without break the tile even at the edges of the tile.

[@yourbeekeeper]

budi santoso you are very welcome. I am glad I could help out.

[@jimbrown1091]

Great video. Made it real easy to do.

[@stretch42]

it would be helpful if you told what type of bit and why you use it. There are skads of bits out there. which one to buy ???

[@PetchDiamond]

I was supposed to watch this before I had drilled tiles to put a towel rack. I got 5 holes accidentally instead of 4. Such a mess!! Thx for your useful tips. Love the end of the video though!!!

[@pegeenlanahan8688]

So that's how they get the TP to go pointy. Thanks for the video. Nice work.

[@clifffluegge3997]

I want your job steve I love doing the kind of work you do

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thanks Cliff, it can be hectic at times, but overall it's a great way to spend the day.

[@g8011673]

How about using a ceramic tile spade cutter designed for the job, cheap as chips and far more effective, then use your mason army drill for the plug hole?

[@RATANKUMARRateria]

Brilliant way of explaining...👍👍

[@erickilfeather6827]

Thank you so much. This video was perfect. I had never done this and all the points and instructions were perfect.

[@yourbeekeeper]

You're very welcome Eric, Glad it helped out.

[@teeh6189]

Oh the finishing touches on the toilet paper 🧻 did it for me 🤣🤣🤣

[@2LateIWon]

Great tip. Awesome and you put the paper over the top. My wife says it doesnt matter but we argue about it all the time. I think she puts it under just to make me made sometimes LOL

[@agnespitka3703]

Nice touch of folding the paper in the end.

[@boiivilla9531]

I could see here the difference between a professional and a beginner...if I'm going to drill those tiles...it will Crack most of them....thanks for the tip guy.

[@mztscrazytown1463]

Thank you so much. Very helpful

[@yourbeekeeper]

Glad it was helpful!

[@roryhendricks2601]

Thanks for the tip always used a tile drill to avoid the chipping but like what u did. 👏🍹

[@rlalchanvine1792]

Hello from Trinidad & Tobago thank for the tip

[@yourbeekeeper]

+R lalchan Vine Hello and You're very welcome, glad I could help out.

[@FullToTheBrim1]

Thanks you. Very informative, especially the drill bit tapping to take off the glazing.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Your Welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Your are very welcome. I hope it helped out.

[@prabhakarkewale5299]

Awesome idea, but I fear while hammering the drill bit the tile may break and the look of wall will be unpleasant forever. I tried the same way but could not succeed. Any way it is a very good presentation.

[@johnm3850]

Because the holes are close and have very little stress on them I would have used smaller anchor and screw. The drill bit looks a tiny bit out of round so I would grind the front sides of the bit for a good fit.

[@FactsMattersUSA]

Good job but whenever working with tile only use a rubber mallet when hammering in your inserts. That hammer could have easily crack the tile

[@NazirAhmad-vb9xq]

Antonio Ric ..

[@gustavomacall4949]

This is exactly what I was going to suggest.

[@lpaone01]

Love the finishing touch V

[@pmaint1]

Thanks for the video. What wrong with the 1st drill? The chuck is wobbly.

[@yourbeekeeper]

That old Dewalt had fallen off a ladder a time or two.

[@raknin]

their is a special drill for ceramic. buy it instead of cracking the tile. remembet to wet the drill with water befire drilling.

[@trickeyD]

Haha! You could be saving the world to that music. Love the fold at the end too. Thanks for posting! :-)

[@yourbeekeeper]

trickeyD Your very welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@maricelaa6]

It's actually faster and better to use a tile bit from lowes that it has an abrasive edge than a masonry one and the holes are much neater specially of you are doing several holes it last longer

[@tinabarron4309]

It's a good way to make the hole but I might drill these hole prior to grouting. Just think it would be a lot easier to change the tile if it breaks/cracks ect.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Tina Barron Not a bad idea.

[@GluteMaximuz]

I always cut the plugs level with the tile surface. Nice to see you're using the Seth Wheeler toilet roll method.

[@pbullman5226]

Excellent video, very informative. Do you live in Quebec? I need to install some bathroom accessories, like a towel bar. I don't have the confidence to do this, since the tiles on the wall are new porcelain tiles from Italy...very tough to drill through.

[@fengyink]

This is engineering elegance. Thank you.

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thank you.

[@kennypayton5103]

They have porcelain bits that work great also.

[@louieantoine2565]

You, Sir, are awesome! Thanks for the video! No need to buy a tile bite for $20! :)

[@yourbeekeeper]

Thanks Louie, Appreciate it.

[@louieantoine2565]

Either that drill of yours is made of Kryptonite, or your tile is made of biscuits. I tried your technique and went at it for 15 minutes with a brand new masonry drill bit and couldn't get through. Finally had to go back to HD and buy a dedicated tile drilling bit :(

[@wotsitalabowt]

funny louie

[@yourbeekeeper]

Interesting, I was drilling through porcelain tiles. Wonder what your tiles were.

[@clubtepes2046]

Nice. Quick video. No attempts at comedy or anything that just makes the video longer for no good reason.

[@throughthestorm3852]

Thanks for the video, just a question should we use a rubber Mallet instead, I’m afraid I might break the tile?

[@yourbeekeeper]

I have never had an issue with a standard hammer....remember, you're not trying to drive a nail, just light, sharp taps.

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

Can you show us how you cut a big 4 inch hole in a floor tile? Just broke one and might just do a square hole with a diamond blade and grinder