
Drilling Articles
Learn and find out how to do everything related to drilling!
Getting Started:
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Drilling Best Practices or Choices:
- How Best to Organize Your Drill Bits – Tips and strategies for organizing your drill bits.
- Can You Drill Holes in Apartment Walls? – Understand the guidelines and considerations for drilling in apartment walls.
- Are Corded Drills More Powerful? – Compare the power capabilities between corded and cordless drills.
- Can You Use a Screwdriver Instead of a Drill? – Learn when a screwdriver can serve as an alternative to a drill.
General Drill and Drill Bit Information:
- What is a Step Drill Bit Used For? – Explore the specific purposes and advantages of step drill bits.
- What is the Best Drill Bit for Porcelain Tile? – Discover the optimal drill bits for drilling through porcelain tiles.
- What is a VSR Drill? – Uncover the features and benefits of VSR drills.
- What is a Drill Rod? – Learn about the function and use of drill rods.
Specific Uses or Methods Involving Drills:
- How to Drill a Hole in Plastic – A guide to effectively and safely drilling holes in plastic.
- How to Use Left Handed Drill Bits – Understand how to use left-handed drill bits with this tutorial.
- How to Strip Wire With a Drill – Master the method of using a drill to strip wires.
- How to Sharpen Drill Bits with a File – Steps to efficiently sharpen drill bits using a file.
More Articles:
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What Size Drill Bit for Wall Plug (Expert Advice)
Are you installing or planning to put various wall plugs in and wondering which drill bit size to use? Let … Read more
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What is a Spade Drill Bit Used For?
In this article, I’ll guide you through the purpose of a spade bit and why you should pick one. A … Read more
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Can You Drill Through Resin?
Drilling holes in resin is possible; you can do it in a few minutes. The resin must be fully cured. … Read more
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How to Drill Into Stucco without Cracking
Drilling into stucco can be tricky, but I’ll guide you through it with some techniques to efficiently drill into stucco … Read more
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What Size Drill Bit for 1/8 Rivet?
This guide will explain the correct drill bit size to use with a 1/8″ rivet. As a veteran handyman, I … Read more
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Do Drilled and Slotted Rotors Make Noise?
Drilled and slotted rotors make a lot of noise, but you can reduce the noise. Vehicle rotors are available in … Read more
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How Best to Organize Your Drill Bits
Once you start getting more and more drill bits, the need will arise to organize them so you can easily … Read more
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How to Drill in Tight Space
When making changes in spaces or installing new fittings, drilling is inevitable. It becomes more challenging when space is limited. … Read more
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How to Anchor a Gazebo without Drilling
If you have a garden or a large terrace, you may consider putting up a Gazebo to enjoy the shade. … Read more
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How to Drill Tiles without Cracking (5 Tips)
Today I will teach you how to drill tiles in any space without breaking them. Most people who want to … Read more
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How to Install a Spoiler Without Drilling?
In this article, you’ll learn how to install a spoiler without drilling or making holes. Drilling and making holes in … Read more
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Can Cast Iron Be Drilled?
In this article, I’ll show you how to drill a cast iron surface easily. As a handyman and engineer, I … Read more
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How to Drill Out Lug Nut (4 Steps)
I’ll teach you how to drill out lug nuts from your car wheels in this article. A lug nut may … Read more
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Can You Use a Screwdriver Instead of a Drill?
As a contractor, I do most home repairs with a drill. Can you, however, use a screwdriver instead of a … Read more
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Is Drilling Necessary for Termite Treatment?
You might be wondering why professionals drill holes to kill termites. Holes allow for effective termite treatment by guaranteeing the … Read more
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What Size Drill Bit for a Ring Stick up Cam?
In this article, I’ll explain what size drill bit you need to use for the Ring Stick-up Cam installation. Knowing … Read more
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Are Corded Drills More Powerful?
Corded drills are typically believed to be a more powerful option for drilling. In this article, I’ll carefully explain if … Read more
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How to Hang a Shelf on Tile without Drilling (11 Methods with Instructions)
In this article, I’ll teach you how to hang a shelf on a tile without drilling! Most rental units do … Read more
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How are Drill Presses Measured?
In this article, I’ll teach you how drill presses are measured. Using an improper-sized drill press can undermine your work … Read more
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How to Bore a Cylinder with a Drill Press (4 Steps)
In this article, I’ll teach you how to bore a cylinder with a drill press. Drill presses are by far … Read more
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How to Mount a Light Bar on a Roof without Drilling (Methods and Steps)
Have you ever driven through outlying roads and wished that you had brighter headlights? Light bars are inexpensive, bright LED … Read more
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What Size Drill Bit for 5/16 Lag Bolt?
Need some help choosing the perfect drill bit size for the 5/16 lag bolt? Here’s a simple and short article. … Read more
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How to Change a Makita Drill Bit (4 Steps)
I’ll teach you how to change a Makita drill bit in this article. As a handyman, I have used a … Read more
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What is a Drill Rod?
Drill rods can be used to make a variety of tools. Drill rods are distinguished by their toughness, durability, temperature … Read more
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How to Fill a Drilled Hole in Wood (5 Easy Methods)
In this guide, I’ll teach you how to easily fill a drilled hole in a piece of wood. As a … Read more
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How to Mark Blind Holes for Drilling (10 Expert Methods)
In this article, I’ll teach you how to mark blind holes for drilling. Cutting holes in walls is a common … Read more
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What Size Drill Bit For a 1/4-20 Rivnut?
Are you wondering what size drill bit you need for a 1/4-20 rivnut? I know picking the right drill bit … Read more
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How to Use a Makita Drill
Makita drills are highly customized and efficient. In this article, I’ll teach you how to use them appropriately. The Makita … Read more
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How to Mount Pegboard without Drilling
Installing a pegboard may sound straightforward, but it’s quite a process. In each step, precision is required to properly separate … Read more
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How to Hang Wall Shelves without Drilling (Using Command Strips)
In this article, I’ll teach you how to hang wall shelves without drilling. Shelves are essential decor elements used to … Read more
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Who Invented the Electric Drill? (Useful Insights)
In this guide, I’ll go over the basics of the electric drill – who invented it, when it was invented, … Read more
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What Can I Use Instead of 7/32 Drill Bit? Â
Numbered drill bit gauge sizes vary from 80 (the smallest) to 1 in ascending order. Therefore, drill bit #16 in … Read more
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How to Install a Truck Tool Box Without Drilling?
In this article, I’ll share my past experiences to help you install your truck toolbox without drilling. Picking the right … Read more
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How to Attach Trellis to a Wall Without Drilling (Methods and Steps)
In this guide, I’ll help you understand how to mount a trellis on a wall without drilling. Stucco is a … Read more
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How to Hang a Neon Sign without Drilling (4 Methods)
In this article, I’ll teach you how to hang a neon sign on a wall without drilling holes. Neon signs … Read more
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What Size Drill Bit for 5/16 Tapcon?
In this article, I’ll help you find the right drill bit size for your 5 16 Tapcon! Tapcon bolts are … Read more
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What Size Drill Bit for 3/8 Tapcon?
I am a frequent user of Tapcon bolts. In this guide, I will explain the correct drill bit size to … Read more
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What is a Mag Drill?
In this guide, I’ll explain everything you need to know about a mag drill. A mag drill(also called a mag … Read more
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What Happens if You Drill into a Live Wire?
As an electrician, I have witnessed how frequently people get injured while drilling into walls and hitting live wires. Knowing … Read more
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How to Drill out a Tubular Lock (3 Steps)
I’ll teach you how to drill out a tubular lock quickly in this article. As a handyman, I have been … Read more