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The variety of ceramic
tiles is about as vast as the stars in the sky. Since they are all so
different, there is no one general answer that will tell you how to
properly drill a hole in one particular tile.
Each tile can be drilled; it is just a
matter of finding the proper way to drill that particular tile. It is
relatively easy to drill through the types of tile that have a fairly
supple inner core and a hard shiny surface. The very soft tiles that are
common throughout homes in the southwestern United States are the
easiest to drill through. Often these tiles contain only a very thin
satin finish or sometimes no shiny surface at all.
Tile Hardness
The type of clay and the silica it contains go into determining the
stiffness of a particular tile. Other factors that determine the
stiffness of a file tile product are the length of time spent in a kiln
and the temperature inside the kiln. Extremely hard tiles can be created
using high kiln temperatures and long sweltering times. These tiles are
very difficult to drill into. One effective method for drilling though
these tiles is by using a jagged carbide drill in combination with
either oil or water to keep the drill unruffled as it goes though the
tile. Another option, which is more effective but also more effective,
is to use a diamond encrusted drill.
Measures While Drilling
It is perfectly acceptable to use an ordinary carbine bit when drilling
into softer tiles. You can crack the tile by using a hammer drill so it
is best to avoid these. Your best bet is to grind through the thin glaze
using a slow drilling speed. The drill with quickly go through the rest
of the tile once it reaches the softer fired clay. You can easily
scratch the tile if the drill slips, so be sure to use a minimum of
force when drilling. Cracking or scratching the tile are the biggest
mistakes you can make. You will either need to replace that tile or try
to repair it. Your safest option is to drill your tile carefully and
avoid these mistakes.
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