At almost 74years of age, I've come across lots of helpful tips in my time and I came across a few DIY experts on RUclips before finding Julia today - so pleased I did! I had to drill close to the edge of my tiles to fit a rail like this one and Julia's idea of using a wood drill first ( as well as the masking tape) is brilliant. Thank you Julia, now subscribed!
I've spent the last half an hour looking for a video to show me how to do exactly this. Thank you for providing useful, accurate, entertaining information.
Thank you. I looked at other manly advice that implied I needed to buy 2 or 3 other specialist pieces, put beefy strength behind the drill and grow another hand! This was simply explained and has inspired confidence. Great!
Excellent video, im a big burly man and ive never in my 40years ever drilled into tiles, but i have to put up a new shower curtain rail onto a tiled wall, excellent clear info in this vid, i dont care how old the vid, its awesome, thanks alot.
I found the masking tape advice really helpful. However, I did try the wood drill bit to start off the process and it didn't really have much impact. I switched to a masonry bit and it worked much better. All in all, great advice, simple and clear instructions. Given the right tools and the right advice, I can tackle most handwork, and this video certainly helped. .
Come back to this every time I have to drill a tile. I do remember how to do it (and yes I have the special tile bits) , but she gives me the confidence to break through the fear of cracking a tile (Haven't yet :) ).
I so agree! I watched it now and I know I have to come back and rewatch it just before I want to drill my tiles. Tiles are frighteningly fragile and delicate when it comes to drilling.
If you use your masonry bit alone, you can go through the tile with out breaking it. The trick is to put your drill in reverse and be very gentile on the pressure you put on the drill. Let the drill and bit do the work. After you have pass the shiny coat on the tile, you can put your drill on forward and finish the hole. I've done it many many times and never had a tile cracked on me.
Interesting suggestion. With the drill in reverse, the bit is grinding a hole in the tile as opposed to cutting into the tile. However, doesn't the bit still walk around the tile?
For that you put a piece of masking tape on the tile to help it a bit, just like she did it on the video, but if you hold the drill steddy and let the drill do the work for you (not force it) it shuould give you good results. I've done it many times and never had a problem with it. Although, I never had to use the masking tape.
i.rodriguez Okay, I will have to try your method on an old piece of tile. By the way, I saw someone use an awl and hammer to create an indentation before drilling, but I thought that ran the risk of chipping the tile. She said drilling the hole was laborious. I bet she didn't switch the drill to hammer mode.
Yeah, she probably forgot, but I don't think you want to use the hammer on the tile... you will defenetley crack it. You only use the hammer part on masonry, not drywall or wood. You have to remember that most of the time, what cracks the tile is a combination of excessive pressure from the drill and the lack of support behind the tile. So when you try it on and old tile, make sure it has a surface that will support it well and stable. Don't put it on a peace of cloth or a rag or something like that. I installed the handicap bars of my bathroom using that method while being on a wheel chair. There where 12 screw holes I had to drill for that job, and none of the tiles cracked. Be safe! And let us know how it went for you.
You only need one drill a drill bit meant for tile like a very pointed Bosch masonry bit or similar. Small piece of tape to mark the spot on. Pen to mark the location. Mark the location. Light hammer. Using the bit only place the point where you want the hole and using a hammer, lightly tap the drill bit as you slowly rotate it by hand. This creates a tiny crater to start the drill bit in. Place the drill bit in the drill chuck and tighten. Place the bit point in the crater and drill the hole. Remove the bit of tape and you are done. The tiny crater is key to maintaining the hole location. Tape alone isn't a great solution.
congrats to those men being able to watch this and not comment something negative on it. The other videos also don't show safety goggles: no one mentions it. I think lots of men have the feeling they lost control over their last bit of self-worth when women went off and got stuff done without their permission. This is how they retaliate.. by putting sexist and negative comments on social media. Sad lot.
Great video. The only thing I would add is to put a rubber ring around the base of the drill bit. This will prevent the drill chuck from cracking the tile (3:11) on the video.
You should push the rawl plugs in further so as to avoid the tile cracking when you tighten the screw up, the rawl plug will expand and can crack the tile. But good to see a helpful tutorial
@ 4:20 you mentioned "I should go get a towel now to make sure it works" when I installed one of those, I never really knew if it worked because I never even put a towel on it. by the way, you look sexy handling that powerful drill.
Well you got the job done so I won't knock you for that. However do not go ruining drill bits you don't have to, get an actual masonry bit and plain drill a hole without hammering. Doesn't hurt to fit a piece of rubber or wood over the top of your bit so the drill doesn't go crashing into the tile at the end.
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Good technique. But I'm pretty sure masking tape does nothing to distribute the load across a 12" tile. It does prevent your drill bit from wandering when you're breaking through the glaze.
This has really become a huge problem\, many RUclips channels with so called "experts" teaching people how to do stuff. This channel is a perfect example. She is using the wrong drill bit. Videos like this make me want to scream.
Hi, when I drill into the bathroom tile the drill won't go any further after a few mm deep and I've followed this tutorial to the letter. What is going wrong??? I drilled perfectly for 2/4 holes but the other two I need are being stubborn
Any lady who does DIY deserves a like in my book. Love the Irish accent too.
She looks like Denis Leary though. He too is Irish.
Seconded. Highly.
At almost 74years of age, I've come across lots of helpful tips in my time and I came across a few DIY experts on RUclips before finding Julia today - so pleased I did! I had to drill close to the edge of my tiles to fit a rail like this one and Julia's idea of using a wood drill first ( as well as the masking tape) is brilliant. Thank you Julia, now subscribed!
Recently widowed and having to do all the odd jobs that my bestie did, best ever diy tutorial, thank you
I've spent the last half an hour looking for a video to show me how to do exactly this. Thank you for providing useful, accurate, entertaining information.
I don't know who I love more...her, or that Makita drill !
Thank you. I looked at other manly advice that implied I needed to buy 2 or 3 other specialist pieces, put beefy strength behind the drill and grow another hand! This was simply explained and has inspired confidence. Great!
I have a pair of safety flip flops like those myself. They're great when carrying heavy objects, welding or even grinding!
You shouldn't wear flip-flops whilst skateboarding, very dangerous.
Excellent video, im a big burly man and ive never in my 40years ever drilled into tiles, but i have to put up a new shower curtain rail onto a tiled wall, excellent clear info in this vid, i dont care how old the vid, its awesome, thanks alot.
Thank you for this video. I love that I didn't have to buy a special bit and used what I already had at home. It worked perfect.
I am so nervous about getting it wrong, tomorrow I shall go get a glass/tile bit. Thanks for posting and giving confidence to those who lack it.
I found the masking tape advice really helpful. However, I did try the wood drill bit to start off the process and it didn't really have much impact. I switched to a masonry bit and it worked much better. All in all, great advice, simple and clear instructions. Given the right tools and the right advice, I can tackle most handwork, and this video certainly helped. .
Clear, concise and very effective. Thanks for the help!
Come back to this every time I have to drill a tile. I do remember how to do it (and yes I have the special tile bits) , but she gives me the confidence to break through the fear of cracking a tile (Haven't yet :) ).
I so agree! I watched it now and I know I have to come back and rewatch it just before I want to drill my tiles. Tiles are frighteningly fragile and delicate when it comes to drilling.
Don't push so hard! let the drill do the work. She almost put he drill through the wall @ 3:11
Thanks for posting this , i done exactly the same as you, i drilled holes in tiles and it worked a treat , got a thumbs up from me !
Short sharp witty and clear . Thank you.
Lovely to see a lady showing us how its done!
Thank you for this excellent lesson. Very well explained!
This was a fabulous tutorial, you have a lovely way of explaining. I found this both useful and fun to watch! 😊 Now here's hoping I can do it too 😅
If you use your masonry bit alone, you can go through the tile with out breaking it. The trick is to put your drill in reverse and be very gentile on the pressure you put on the drill. Let the drill and bit do the work. After you have pass the shiny coat on the tile, you can put your drill on forward and finish the hole. I've done it many many times and never had a tile cracked on me.
Interesting suggestion. With the drill in reverse, the bit is grinding a hole in the tile as opposed to cutting into the tile. However, doesn't the bit still walk around the tile?
For that you put a piece of masking tape on the tile to help it a bit, just like she did it on the video, but if you hold the drill steddy and let the drill do the work for you (not force it) it shuould give you good results. I've done it many times and never had a problem with it. Although, I never had to use the masking tape.
i.rodriguez Okay, I will have to try your method on an old piece of tile. By the way, I saw someone use an awl and hammer to create an indentation before drilling, but I thought that ran the risk of chipping the tile.
She said drilling the hole was laborious. I bet she didn't switch the drill to hammer mode.
Yeah, she probably forgot, but I don't think you want to use the hammer on the tile... you will defenetley crack it. You only use the hammer part on masonry, not drywall or wood.
You have to remember that most of the time, what cracks the tile is a combination of excessive pressure from the drill and the lack of support behind the tile. So when you try it on and old tile, make sure it has a surface that will support it well and stable. Don't put it on a peace of cloth or a rag or something like that. I installed the handicap bars of my bathroom using that method while being on a wheel chair. There where 12 screw holes I had to drill for that job, and none of the tiles cracked.
Be safe! And let us know how it went for you.
You only need one drill a drill bit meant for tile like a very pointed Bosch masonry bit or similar. Small piece of tape to mark the spot on. Pen to mark the location. Mark the location. Light hammer. Using the bit only place the point where you want the hole and using a hammer, lightly tap the drill bit as you slowly rotate it by hand. This creates a tiny crater to start the drill bit in. Place the drill bit in the drill chuck and tighten. Place the bit point in the crater and drill the hole. Remove the bit of tape and you are done. The tiny crater is key to maintaining the hole location. Tape alone isn't a great solution.
shouldnt u use a specific tile drill bit similar to a masonry but more of a arrow head tip?
Thankyou, such clear instructions, im going to do this lster x
congrats to those men being able to watch this and not comment something negative on it. The other videos also don't show safety goggles: no one mentions it. I think lots of men have the feeling they lost control over their last bit of self-worth when women went off and got stuff done without their permission. This is how they retaliate.. by putting sexist and negative comments on social media. Sad lot.
Don’t read too much into silly comments. Waay overanalysing there and drawing all the wrong conclusions
Excellent and in very plain language - just going to do mine now!
Exactly what I needed and so confidence inspiring
Great video. The only thing I would add is to put a rubber ring around the base of the drill bit. This will prevent the drill chuck from cracking the tile (3:11) on the video.
Thank You for your time .....
Fabulous and a lovely Irish accent!
1:30 Very useful tip, clearly speaking from experience....
You should push the rawl plugs in further so as to avoid the tile cracking when you tighten the screw up, the rawl plug will expand and can crack the tile. But good to see a helpful tutorial
well thank you - I found that really easy to follow and I now have a soap dish and toothbrush holder up in my bathroom... so pleased with myself :-)
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Thanks a lot. I was worried about cracking my tiles. But now I can safely and securely drill holes.
Perfect description and very informative. Thank you
Wow..wood drill bit for tiles..excellent idea.tq.
I love how she handles the tool.
Love from India... thanks for the tips n demo
You pushed in your ancors with ease! What stopped these ancors from turning when you used the screws for the towel holder?
I loved the vid and the job got done no probs. well done girl I'm a fan and now a subscriber. Many thanks
Thanks so much - this is very helpful.
Thanks for the great info! It was entertaining as well. Please make more videos!
Excellent video!
I've been looking for a video showing this for ages! thank you!
Excellent! Thank you ! Thank you! I needed it!
The plug should be pushed past the tile otherwise tightening a tapered screw can crack the tile.
Thanks for the video
great job and thanks for sharing this video
Great vid. Super helpful, thanks for putting it up. Ignore the nonsense.
@ 4:20 you mentioned "I should go get a towel now to make sure it works" when I installed one of those, I never really knew if it worked because I never even put a towel on it. by the way, you look sexy handling that powerful drill.
That masonry drill bit for brickwork looks suspiciously like a hss high speed steel haha
Well you got the job done so I won't knock you for that.
However do not go ruining drill bits you don't have to, get an actual masonry bit and plain drill a hole without hammering. Doesn't hurt to fit a piece of rubber or wood over the top of your bit so the drill doesn't go crashing into the tile at the end.
Great video, I love it, it is true I always scare of cracking the tile...
Tks for sharing
learnt a lot from this video! Thanks!
Worked for me thanks
Nicely done
thank you
Thank you.
do you mind if I ask which drill do you use. Makita... how much power and stuff..?? I am simply new!
Push the raw plugs through passed the tile and you won't crack the tile with the screw and expanding raw plug.
Can't believe you're the first to mention this ???
Great video!
Job well done!!
nicely done 👌
Thanks for this
that was amazing thanx
Thanks for the video. Helped me .
Well done...
useful tips, thanks
Very informative video.
Thanks!
My favourit bit is pulling masking tape off especially after painting!
Thank you very much for this nice video
good job thanks
Great job !!
Thanks for this - here I go!!
good job
Great Video
Absolutely adorable.
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hahah.. you've got a gift, and a good sense of humor!
brilliant thank u
Ok. I’m in love. Thanks
Love it. 🙏 so simple
No safety glasses? Not cool. Also, using a diamond tile bit would be safer and minimize any chance of cracking.
Amen about the Safety Glasses . . . Safety First! Those eyes are too pretty to damage!
Super informative and funny! Love it! Thanks so much for posting this!!
Trying now.
Wish me luck.
Brilliant !!!!
Good video thanks for putting up.
It's a thumbs up from me! 👌 🙌
Here in 2024 to say thank you for this! I’ve been looking for a tutorial on this for weeks now 😭
Good technique. But I'm pretty sure masking tape does nothing to distribute the load across a 12" tile. It does prevent your drill bit from wandering when you're breaking through the glaze.
Nice
This has really become a huge problem\, many RUclips channels with so called "experts" teaching people how to do stuff. This channel is a perfect example. She is using the wrong drill bit. Videos like this make me want to scream.
Hi, when I drill into the bathroom tile the drill won't go any further after a few mm deep and I've followed this tutorial to the letter. What is going wrong??? I drilled perfectly for 2/4 holes but the other two I need are being stubborn
What is behind the tiles? Drywall? I am told that if the tiles are on concrete you have to use a diamond drill. Any thoughts about that?
Wish someone would make a contra angle allen key drill atachment
Good work, however definitely do not use bradpoint drill bits on tile!
could you explain the numbers on the drill thanks
I wish you an excellent development
awesome..😍