TILE DRILLING TIP

[momkr1]

So clever !!  Thank you.

[kingcahoj]

great tip, that one got me subscribed! looking forward to watching more of your videos

[Dozzer]

wow creative tip!

[jeffpicks]

Probably not enough water to worry about, but won't the reservoir drain out the hole once yer through? I would imagine that in some cases you might not want that little bit of water draining and sitting on top of a downstairs ceiling... just a thought!

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

@jeffpi You are correct not enough to worry about +++Bob

[teejitis]

this tip has saved me much heart-ache...10 out of 10

[secretgreg]

This is a great tip and it worked for me!

[verne5]

Do you think this would work? take a 3" square of 1/4" plywood and drill a hole in the middle bigger than the drill bit. place it up against the chuck at the base of the bit, then do the same w/ a celluose sponge. get the sponge all wet. Now when you press up against the hole in the wall tile the sponge squeezes out the water around the hole being drilled, hopefully cooling the bit in the process. I dont know if this will work, but I think Im gonna try it. vn

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

@verne5 Hmmm. Let me know how it goes.+++Bob

[Pitbulltheelder]

Of course the bit will get hot drilling that fast. What are you trying to do, melt your way through? I fit bathroom furniture every day drilling dry, and mines lasted nearly 7 years.

[therockkkkher]

if you put stuff like bits/blades in the freezer, will it keep them cool like water or is water the best period ?!?

[nortru]

Gracias Bob , estos tips nos ayudan mucho en nuestro trabajo diario

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

@nortru  You are welcome+++Bob

[mustie1]

or make a ring out of tooth past to hold the water in, then just wipe it away,

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

@mustie1 Lol sounds weird,but would probably work+++Bob

[elghian]

Eliminates the dust as well!

[zzboobzz]

Dude tighten your drill bit, jeez, twice it was loose. Nice trick however, thanks.

[keffren1]

most of medium price drill bits can do that directly dry, if the glassed surface of the tile is so hard open a point with diamont disk and go on with the drill

[mawhite2005]

not what I was looking for but still very handy cheers mate

[mawhite2005]

not what I was looking for but still very handy cheers mate

[zwd26]

Wow, brilliant!

[SeanNeedham]

Nice one, just what I was looking for. Vertical holes needed for insulation framing.

[wolfnrose]

Geez, Bob...

I came up with PRECISELY this same trick myself after burning up several bits, but why couldn't you tell me this tip before I learned the expensive way? LOL

As for drilling into walls, just sledgehammer the wall. No more problem. (OK, Serioous response to follow)...

[Octobersky1770]

what do you need to do for a verticle hole?

[wolfnrose]

OK, how to really drill like this into a wall:

1) You can lower part of the wall more often than you'd think ... Rather than cutting/repairing the middle of a marble wall, you can remove an *entire* small wall (eg a shower) to get rear access when you have to.

2) You can form the putty into a "bra cup" of sorts against the wall, including running the bit right through it. Lubricate the shaft of the bit where it's in the putty, and it should hold long enough to make a hole.

[thinwhitedukenator]

Awesome. But what about vert.... Ah you just answered my question. Shouldve watched it to the end before typing eh. Cheers Bob.

[JackMacyntire]

That was really neat, thanks a lot.

[SuperBeatnuts]

plumbers eat that putty

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Thats what is wrong with most plumbers I know,lol +++Bob

[mettlebomb]

nice secret

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

I'm not sure if it is a secret ,there are always many ways to do the same thing but I appreciate simple but effective! Thanks for watching+++Bob

[KANATADOMPIZ]

Keep it wet while you drill it, this applies for more than just reno work.

[ZaphodBeeblebro]

@KANATADOMPIZ

HAHAHAA best comment ever at 2:31

"The only thing I can say is get a friend and a spraybottle and keep it as wet as you can while you're drilling it and maybe put a rag at the bottom that catch the drippings!!"

Thanks alot for this very helpful tip, I sure don't wanna dull my bit!! ;)

[khogannt]

Thanks to your water tip, I used a spray bottle to keep the bit wet in one hand and cordless drill in the other and I took my time and did NOT crack the vertical wall tile in the shower. Awesome tip and yes I did subscribe! Keep 'em coming!

[maddieflano]

Thank you!

[cohav]

For the vertical surface drilling, I have used a sponge. Just drill through the sponge and drip water onto the sponge. Or, when the sponge is wet, you can lightly squeeze the sponge as you go, and it will excrete water onto the drill bit.

Great set of videos by the way. I set out to watch one, and I've watched about 20 so far.

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Next opportunity I will give this a go. Thanks+++Bob

[ginno1album]

man u know a lot.

[striperhooks]

that is really helpful tip God bless

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Thanks,And have a happy easter+++Bob

[BBQkrewe]

that is a very ingenious idea!!!

these other guys posting here are drinkin' haterade lol

thanks for yet another gem!!

[elvis459]

The best tip ever. I was looking at buying one of those kits that keep the bit wet but this is so easy and inexpensive. Thanks Bob.

[365drills]

Its ok... But what we do is much better.

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

How much does a small diamond tipped drill bit run?+++Bob

[jocky102]

@ bob......you asked a question to 365 a year ago.... the drill bits from 365drills are still cheaper to buy than getting in a tile setter, i have bought a 125mm drill bit which is good for the waste pipe hole instead of using a angle grinder for a messy finish, obviously you wouldn't want to buy rodia drill bits or drill as those can come into thousands, only someone like myself that works in the trade everyday is it a good investment, see it at work when you type in " Rodia FB750W Tile Drill"

[elvis459]

Was looking at your products yesterday, This tip wins hands down. Your product is way too expensive for the same job.

[odmcarp]

another great tip..thanks again

[moxee33]

Hi Bob,

Could you put the drill bit in the freezer for an hour so it stays cold for the vertical tiles?

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

No, It would'nt help the friction from the drilling would still heat the bit quickly and dull it soon thereafter.+++Bob

[BigJasce]

I am at the beginning of my bath remodel and these guys have some of the best tips I have seen - even at Home Depot the flooring guys didnt know this trick !!

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

We try to keep it simple but effective Thanks for watching+++Bob

[AllEyezOnM3e]

That is so simple and effective. Im surprised I didn't think of that lol.

Cheers

[peetre]

thats a great idea. It's too bad that 90+ percent of the holes are on a verticle plane!

pete

[butmunchh]

wall tile drills easily

[aikonmania]

very well done. .  GOD BLESS YOU GUYS. . . THANKS!!!

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Sound like a new simple tip video! Do you mind?===Bob

[243WW]

No Bob. I use "Bostic" Blu-Tack. Same idea. Its sticky putty used for hanging posters and stuff on walls at schools etc. It's great for holding screws on the end of the drivers as well, in those awkward places & for picking up dropped things behind things!

On Plaster walls I pinch a bit of masking tape in a "V" and stick it just under the hole point & then drill. Its like a little shelf and catches the dust. Not used for cooling. After, just pinch it closed and it traps most of the dirt.

[AitchJay]

That's a great tip, cheers.

[243WW]

Blu-Tack works too!

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Are you talking about the acoustical putty?

===Bob

[Jeffro303rd]

thanks bob

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Thanks for sharing I will have to try that.I use a spray bottle but it is also messy!===Bob

[OKCTroyBilt]

For wall tile applications I like to use a big sponge saturated with water. A gentle squeeze every now and again and the bit stays wet. The drill bit "leaches" the water out with the rotation of the bit. It's a little messy but better than ruining the bit.

[HarryGobbleCock]

Obama??? McCain??? Forget that.... Bob Schmidt '08!!

[WonkyDoodle]

nice

[BBQkrewe]

verrrry cool! thanks!!!

[frenchgreguk]

nice, but any other tip for wall tiles?

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Yes,actually if you take the glass and tile bit that I showed in this video and holding it in your hand press it at the point where you want to drill until you hear a crackling sound,do this several times,it will weaken the surface of the tile so when you put the drill to it there will be far less likelyhood of chipping while drilling===Bob Hope this helps!

[vanapann]

Thanks for the tip! :)

[nospotts]

i used this tip yesterday on an install. It worked perfectly...thanks for the tip! Keep up the good work!

[nospotts]

I used this tip yesterday on an install and it worked perfectly....thanks for the useful advise...it really helps...keep up the good work!

[bczco2007]

good idea go bob

[MeFunnyFreek]

I have to drill two holes in tile this afternoon for a toilet closet flange. Glad I just watched this vid......

[jocky102]

its only easier if its on a floor tile, if it is a wall tile stop cutting corners and buy a proper water bottle cooling kit and suction device.

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

It would be great to buy the best tools and equipment for every job but for the do it yourselfers/homeowners thats not always feasable or cost effective.===Bob

[danielsuperchef]

Simple tips are the best, its thinking 'em up thats the hard part....thats why we have youtube eh!! Another gr8 vid...

[MRSketch09]

Haha.. I knew I subscribed for a reason!

This is a great tip! it's very efficient, compared to drilling and dipping.

[titfucker1990]

holy that would work perfect

thanks

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Thanks Mr,#ucker,lol===Bob

[titfucker1990]

lol ya it was the 1st thing that was on the top of my head

thanks again

[zakzak000]

Awesome, great tip!

[HomeRemodelWorkshop]

Thanks Zak nice to hear it!===Bob

[gullivera]

I'll do that in future, normally I have a cup or bucket of water nearby and have to keep stopping to dip the drill bit in or splash some onto the tile, but this is much easier.

[sherryhumikowski]

What great tips you have! I am a fan for sure & subscribed already!! =]

[CameronTingley]

what a weird idea, but it works great