My husband passed away recently so now I must tackle all those jobs around the house he used to do. Your video was very informative and gave me the confidence to try things for myself. Many thanks 👍
Christopher Russell Thanks Christoper! It means a lot that someone was paying attention! But those settings are v. important (in the scheme of drilling things)! Stay safe. The Sheriff.
@@buildingsheriff same here! I know this is an old comment but as someone who has alot of secondhand tools from family who've lost the manuals, i really appreciate tidbits of info like this! Knowing this would've made my life easier in some situations.
these kind of videos are priceless for people like me. Always relied on my dad for DIY at my new place, but also my mum's, but he unfortunately passed away at the start of the year and having to learn all this kind of stuff on my own now (at 35!). Thanks a lot for all your videos :)
After looking all over the youtube, I found your video the most helpful. Finally, I am getting confident of doing the job myself in my first home. Thank you. Subscribed to your channel now.
So informative and easy to follow. I learnt more from you than all the Others I watched. You wre easy to listen to. I don't like videos with loud music as it's off-putting. Thank you again.
Thank you so much for this!!! I've been trying to find a clear and simple vid for drilling into walls (and other DIY) for years! I live alone and can't really afford a pro handy man. This is the only vid i've seen that's finally given me the confidence to do it myself. Thank you so much! Subscribed!
Thank you so much for this video - I always wondered how one would know to avoid electric cables in the wall and that is the main reason I've always asked my dad to do this sort of thing for me. I now feel a lot more confident in buying my own drill and doing this sort of thing myself without waiting weeks or months for my dad to be able to do it for me 😊😊
This video is amazing!! Thank you for your detailed explanation. I made a mistake with the diameter of the tip, so I had to do another hole next to the it, but it will serve as a reminder. For yellow plugs, it's 5mm tip.
Drilled into the wall for the first time today. The first drill attempt wasn't the straightest, but the second went it like a glove. Well chuffed. This video is spot on sir.
Very well made video Sheriff. Don't know how I ended up here as I'm a tradesman myself but one thing I did learn by reading the comments, chicks really dig these kind of videos, perhaps I should start making them 🤣
Thanks Sherrif, today I am able to drill first holes in my house wall to mount AC stabilizer and MCB. This is my very first time in life and it is super successful. I could save a visit of electrician and also around 10 dollar service charge
Straight to the point,no unnecessary spiel,clear concise. Tho is the first time when I see been recommended to push the plug in all the time. Why I that?most of the videos the head ofplug is flush with the wall
I hadn't thought of using an SDS drill bit in a normal chucked drill. Makes sense though as SDS bits seem to be much longer generally than standard ones. Also - liked the tips on wiring - assuming an electrican rather than DIYer has wired it..
Yes. Be careful! Ladder always perpendicular to the wall, never parallel. Always have someone standing on the bottom rung footing it. Just take it easy. Slow and steady. Does it 🥊
Obviously if it is a very tall step ladder and you are too far from the wall, you will have to be parallel, but then you will need someone on the bottom rung and also I’d recommend a third person on the other side of the ladder holding it so that it doesn’t push away from the wall
You can use thick concrere nail + hammer to create a crack hole when the wall is tough to drill in one go, then you can try to proceed with drilling again. I use this trick whenever im drilling very hard concrete wall, much bettee than forcing to drill in one go. Just a humble tips that most people might already know. Just in case
Nice and simple with some key tips such as wall plug sizes. Question for you please - do you have any tips on drilling from outside to the inside, and avoiding 'blowing' the plaster or plasterboard as it passes through to the inside? Cheers.
Hello, I loved your video, it was very informative. I would like to learn how to do all those jobs myself. Could you please put a link to the drill you used please
I've got a Makita drill, used setting 2 and hammer setting with masonry 1/4 inch drill bit. But for the life of me I cannot drill into the outer wall of the house for my ring doorbell. I managed to drill one hole. But the drill bit is overheating and going purple. What am I doing wrong or is it just a tough wall?
Man, that sounds like a tough gig. The only thing I could recommend is using a diamond tile drill bit to get things going. Sometimes these bricks can be rockhard.
Something like this www.toolstation.com/mexco-tdxcel-dry-diamond-tile-drill/p69120?mkwid=_dm&pcrid=&pkw=&pmt=&gclid=CjwKCAjw9NeXBhAMEiwAbaY4luTS3j926VCBj500v1tZHfw-B_mCFntwYikgdMS7HUOzJHoeE_pg2RoCfxkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
@@zamanz1572 glad to hear it. We spend so much on power tools such as drills and jigsaws, but the most important thing is a thing that does the work ie the saw blade or the drill bit.
When i usually drill for heavy item to hang. I use a smaller dril bit with hammering. And i finish the hole with the proper drill bit without hammering mode. That way the hole holds the plug very tight. I use hammer to slide them inside. I believe that is the best way. Not that yours is not. But sometimes some walls are softer and when i drill the hole isnt tight.
Very helpful I desperately need to learn this stuff but some questions are unanswered, why use a 2inch screw would you ever need a shorter/longer and why. Why use different wall plugs, and are all walls like the same round the house. What if the screw doesn't bite at and is loose or something is in the way and you can drill the hole?
Make sure that the slit of the wall plug is horizontal so that the screw is against the wall plug when under load not slit through wall plug. It will make firm connection to the wall under load
i am a woman.. but l dont have any of your device aside from pencil and handdrill mschine from my partner who are lazy enough not to do his job and let the mirror stands in the ground since l bought it last October 2020 till now.. Do you think only pen and hand drill machine is sufficient to do this??
I think a hammers and a masonry nail 38mm (1.5") (google it) will do the job. Hammer the nail in at a slight angle (so the head is higher than the point) and it will do the job. Good luck.
Hi again! One question I've built 4 plywood shelves 1 metre wide x 44cm deepx1cm. The 1 metre back wall is bricd and I used a10Gx4m masonry screw. for the struts I used 42x19mm pine.. I was advised by store to use Zenith chipboard 8G x 35mm Galvanised Countersunk Rib Head Metal Screw for drywal and 10gx45mm masonry screw for brick wall. I was told I would NOT need plugs at all. Shelves seem to be holding but after your video I think I should have used plugs also. Did they tell me the wrong thing? Sorry this is long as im a 74yo novice.
A wood bit has a sharp point on the end and is usually black. A masonry bit has a little kind of hammerhead shark look at the end. Like a pair of ears and it is usually silver. If you ask in your local DIY or hardware shop they will match you screws for appropriate plugs.
Hi Sheriff ⭐️ I have been doing some drilling projects around our home after your ace tuition, but the property is quite old and the walls kind of ‘crumble’ and the drill holes are too large. Is there a solution to this please?
I know the feeling! I would always start with a very small drillbit. And then try and get a plug to match usually a bigger plug. For example, I would use a 4 mm masonry bit and then maybe see if five or 6 mm bit would go into the resulting hole. Failing that what I would do is use two part filler after I’ve drilled a hole fill this and then drill into the filler. I hope this helps
@@buildingsheriff great advice thank you! Funnily enough I put a heavy mirror up today, first drill hole dodgy so I did actually try a smaller bit for the second, then had to go in with the larger one, a much better result. Sorry I’m such a novice, this morning I googled “how do you know what screw size you have”, you know the answer to that! 😅
@@elizabethbarrett5668 it’s trial and error, Elizabeth. We all start without the knowledge and we gain it as we go along. You worked it out for yourself. 👌
For Plasterboard I make a pilot hole, then make that’s hole the correct size. I usually need to drill into the brick behind for the depth of the fitting. But sometimes the drill bit skates around when it hits the brick. This changes the dimensions of the hole in the plaster board. How can I avoid this? Thanks! At a guess my bit isn’t “sharp” all masonry bits feel blunt!? 🤐
Brilliant video. Whenever I try to drill a hole (however small it might be) into my wall, I end up instead with a big crater in my wall! In some places I get a perfect hole but in many places I end up with a crater. Why does this happen? My wall is essentially a layer of brick, covered with a layer of concrete, followed by plaster (and finally paint). Is there something wrong with my drill or drill bit or is the cement and plaster getting brittle with age?? Honestly, even the plaster coming off doesn't bother me, I could always plaster again. But I am confused and worried that why is the cement brittle and not firm.
Hi Jimbo. Usually it is because the cement adhesion to the brick or block behind. It has loosened. This can happen to us all. The best way to get around this is to start gently with a smaller bit and then increase hole size. This doesn’t always work but it has done for me in the past.
How do you get the drill holes accurately at the same height, say of you have a number of individual coat hooks to mount. They always seems to go off marginally when I drill.
Put some goggles on and then tap a nail onto your mark with a hammer so that this provides a starting point for the drill. Just repeat along a level for additional holes
My husband passed away recently so now I must tackle all those jobs around the house he used to do. Your video was very informative and gave me the confidence to try things for myself. Many thanks 👍
Sorry for your loss.
Sorry to hear that, hope you are enjoying your new found knowledge!
Mine too & my dad. I already knew some things but now I actually have to do it.
Same mery husband ky bad mjhy e sab krna parta
Really sorry to hear that. I can’t imagine what you’re going through. Kind regards,
I've just hung a tool box to my living room wall. Thanks for the inspiration!
Haha!
I don't usually comment but your the only person who mentioned the 1 and 2 setting on the drill. Thank you
Christopher Russell Thanks Christoper! It means a lot that someone was paying attention! But those settings are v. important (in the scheme of drilling things)! Stay safe. The Sheriff.
@@nicolejaxon7587 always pays to read the manual for every tool and appliance you use
@@buildingsheriff same here! I know this is an old comment but as someone who has alot of secondhand tools from family who've lost the manuals, i really appreciate tidbits of info like this! Knowing this would've made my life easier in some situations.
@@buildingsheriffone is for screwing and 2 is for drilling. This is important
One of the best videos on the internet, good quality, quick to the point and actual great pro tips that you don’t hear everyday. Mind blown.
Very kind of you to say so. Thank you for watching.
Thank you for not being patronising, really informative and a genuine help,I feel I'm ready to start😂god help my house🙏
Just used a drill for the first time (aged 56). Thank you so much for such clear instruction, I feel weirdly empowered 😃
these kind of videos are priceless for people like me. Always relied on my dad for DIY at my new place, but also my mum's, but he unfortunately passed away at the start of the year and having to learn all this kind of stuff on my own now (at 35!). Thanks a lot for all your videos :)
My pleasure. I’m so sorry about your dad. It’s my pleasure to pass on what knowledge I have. Regards.
My husband passed away and I’ve moved away so now have to do all this myself this was extremely helpful thank you 🙏
I’m really sorry to hear that, Kim. I’m pleased to have been some small help to you. Kind regards.
Thank you for the tip on hammering the screw into the plug, I’ve had endless problems with plugs
After looking all over the youtube, I found your video the most helpful. Finally, I am getting confident of doing the job myself in my first home. Thank you. Subscribed to your channel now.
Great explanation of safely drilling into a wall and possibly having and avoiding _electrical wiring_ behind the walls. Thank you.
My only worry is im in an old house, not sure they conformed to those priniciples?
drill settings, the duct tape tip, and some good advice. great video - thanks alot!
So informative and easy to follow. I learnt more from you than all the Others I watched. You wre easy to listen to. I don't like videos with loud music as it's off-putting. Thank you again.
Thank you so much!
Thank you for such clear explanation, I have always struggled with knowing the right size for the drill and the screws.
I know that we ladies appreciate the instruction but I think some gents do too. Thanks for this interesting and informative video. Christine UK.
My pleasure, Christine!
Thank you so much for this!!! I've been trying to find a clear and simple vid for drilling into walls (and other DIY) for years! I live alone and can't really afford a pro handy man.
This is the only vid i've seen that's finally given me the confidence to do it myself. Thank you so much! Subscribed!
Thank you, Daisy. My pleasure.
Thank you so much for this video - I always wondered how one would know to avoid electric cables in the wall and that is the main reason I've always asked my dad to do this sort of thing for me. I now feel a lot more confident in buying my own drill and doing this sort of thing myself without waiting weeks or months for my dad to be able to do it for me 😊😊
This video is amazing!! Thank you for your detailed explanation. I made a mistake with the diameter of the tip, so I had to do another hole next to the it, but it will serve as a reminder. For yellow plugs, it's 5mm tip.
Thankyou so much! This was everything I needed in one video rather than other creators who break this up into 12 x 5 mins parts 😂.
Appreciate the tip regarding 6 inches from corners. Been looking for this kind of info and ur the first iv found it from
What an amazing, yet simple and very well explained. Impressive, I've been doing it wrong no wonder no successful lasting results.. thankyou sis.🙌🏾
Well explained. Thank you.. Videos like this and the description really helps for amateur DIY enthusiasts..
Thank you!
The most British mix of metric and imperial! This was super helpful, thanks so much.
Quality video mate. As someone who is totally new to DIY this was extremely easy to follow. Thanks :)
MrTweed Thanks so much!
Drilled into the wall for the first time today. The first drill attempt wasn't the straightest, but the second went it like a glove.
Well chuffed. This video is spot on sir.
@@liamw6295 well done. You will now go from strength to strength. I’m pleased I could help.
Big help with the electrical tip at 1:45ish. Thank you
Very helpful with clear instructions, thank you
This is so helpful! Thank you for your clear instructions!
Very well made video Sheriff. Don't know how I ended up here as I'm a tradesman myself but one thing I did learn by reading the comments, chicks really dig these kind of videos, perhaps I should start making them 🤣
Hilarious! Get that shirt off and tool belt on…
@@buildingsheriff 😂
Thanks Sherrif, today I am able to drill first holes in my house wall to mount AC stabilizer and MCB. This is my very first time in life and it is super successful. I could save a visit of electrician and also around 10 dollar service charge
Appreciate you including how fricken hard it was for you to drill that wall! Some walls will be tougher than others. Not always easy.
Straight to the point,no unnecessary spiel,clear concise. Tho is the first time when I see been recommended to push the plug in all the time. Why I that?most of the videos the head ofplug is flush with the wall
Thanks mate. For the simple, but very useful drilling tips.
Thank you for this incredible video man! You did an amazing job explaining and showing how it’s done.
I hadn't thought of using an SDS drill bit in a normal chucked drill. Makes sense though as SDS bits seem to be much longer generally than standard ones. Also - liked the tips on wiring - assuming an electrican rather than DIYer has wired it..
Wow, I've been doing it wrong for so many years :( tip with the hammer is great, I thought they were ment to be flush with the wall.
This has been useful.....drilling a few holes today.....need to look again at my drill.
This is such a helpful video. I’ve always worried about the electrical lines are hitting water.
Great video thanks. Any hints/tips for drilling high up on a wall? Ie ladder orientation etc
Yes. Be careful! Ladder always perpendicular to the wall, never parallel. Always have someone standing on the bottom rung footing it. Just take it easy. Slow and steady. Does it 🥊
Obviously if it is a very tall step ladder and you are too far from the wall, you will have to be parallel, but then you will need someone on the bottom rung and also I’d recommend a third person on the other side of the ladder holding it so that it doesn’t push away from the wall
Good man, thanks!
You can use thick concrere nail + hammer to create a crack hole when the wall is tough to drill in one go, then you can try to proceed with drilling again. I use this trick whenever im drilling very hard concrete wall, much bettee than forcing to drill in one go. Just a humble tips that most people might already know. Just in case
Best explanation and demonstration I've seen- thank you!
Thanks!
I didn't know that Jaime Lannister was such a good handyman. Well done Jaime!
I must remember not too cut off my good hand! 🤣
Great tutorial thanks!
This was extremely informative! Thank you so much!!
Perfect instructions, thank you!.
Awesome guide! The description made it super clear for me. Keep up!
Very Nice information. Thank you sir.
The part with the screw and anchor was amazing. Never thought about that! Bye bye hammer-marks on the wall 😂😎🤘💪👌👈
So this is very useful. I never knew I needed this knowledge
Nice and simple with some key tips such as wall plug sizes. Question for you please - do you have any tips on drilling from outside to the inside, and avoiding 'blowing' the plaster or plasterboard as it passes through to the inside? Cheers.
Hello, I loved your video, it was very informative. I would like to learn how to do all those jobs myself. Could you please put a link to the drill you used please
www.toolstation.com/dewalt-dcd709d2t-gb-18v-xr-brushless-compact-combi-drill/p60545?mkwid=_dm&pcrid=&pkw=&pmt=&gclid=CjwKCAjw7eSZBhB8EiwA60kCW_kgEz9fe-NPsnpgM62fw_qtLEKY45C_pqKul1ip_2CgTiDU7gn-cxoCxNQQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
How do you drill a high up spot when you don't have your bodyweight to push it enough, If you're on a ladder for example. Any tips?
I've got a Makita drill, used setting 2 and hammer setting with masonry 1/4 inch drill bit. But for the life of me I cannot drill into the outer wall of the house for my ring doorbell. I managed to drill one hole. But the drill bit is overheating and going purple. What am I doing wrong or is it just a tough wall?
Man, that sounds like a tough gig. The only thing I could recommend is using a diamond tile drill bit to get things going. Sometimes these bricks can be rockhard.
@@buildingsheriff Got it. Will have a pop at that. Appreciate the response
Something like this www.toolstation.com/mexco-tdxcel-dry-diamond-tile-drill/p69120?mkwid=_dm&pcrid=&pkw=&pmt=&gclid=CjwKCAjw9NeXBhAMEiwAbaY4luTS3j926VCBj500v1tZHfw-B_mCFntwYikgdMS7HUOzJHoeE_pg2RoCfxkQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
I just bought some new DeWalt drill bits. Worked perfectly. Not had the drill bits for long so surprised it did not work.
@@zamanz1572 glad to hear it. We spend so much on power tools such as drills and jigsaws, but the most important thing is a thing that does the work ie the saw blade or the drill bit.
When i usually drill for heavy item to hang. I use a smaller dril bit with hammering. And i finish the hole with the proper drill bit without hammering mode. That way the hole holds the plug very tight. I use hammer to slide them inside. I believe that is the best way. Not that yours is not. But sometimes some walls are softer and when i drill the hole isnt tight.
well described ,Thanks.Today i am fitting curtain bracket.Do I need hammer also?
thanks this was very helpful!
Some good advice in this video for a novice like myself thanks a lot
Do all drills have a setting 1 and 2 for screwing and drilling?
No, he has a drill and impact driver. If you just have a drill you won't have the 1 and 2
Oh cool. So my plan to mount a peg board for yarn storage should hold up then yay!
Wonderful tips
i so needed this now, thank you for making this video😅
WOW, fantastic tutorial.
Very clearly explained, Thankyou so much!
Awesome explanation
Thank you Bro! I was drlling too high on the wall and the tips help me do not embarrassed myself front of my gf.
best video thank you!
Hi, Just wondering how you can take out the plug?
Insert a screw about 15mm into the plug and then lever the screw out with a claw hammer. It will bring the plug with it.
Very helpful I desperately need to learn this stuff but some questions are unanswered, why use a 2inch screw would you ever need a shorter/longer and why. Why use different wall plugs, and are all walls like the same round the house. What if the screw doesn't bite at and is loose or something is in the way and you can drill the hole?
Iv been doing this in my house and always struggled to get the plug to fit in perfectly now I’ve wondered let’s find a video so I can do it properly
Fantastic, the how much weight can a screw hold is always what i have wanted to know
You’re in for a treat then! Check this out! th-cam.com/video/kAxGAIFbqu4/w-d-xo.html
Very useful explanations!
Fantastic and very informative video. Thank you.
Good informative video
Make sure that the slit of the wall plug is horizontal so that the screw is against the wall plug when under load not slit through wall plug. It will make firm connection to the wall under load
Thanks for that tip about the slit being horizontal.
thanks so much for posting this - all the tips I needed!!!! :)
i am a woman.. but l dont have any of your device aside from pencil and handdrill mschine from my partner who are lazy enough not to do his job and let the mirror stands in the ground since l bought it last October 2020 till now..
Do you think only pen and hand drill machine is sufficient to do this??
I think a hammers and a masonry nail 38mm (1.5") (google it) will do the job. Hammer the nail in at a slight angle (so the head is higher than the point) and it will do the job. Good luck.
Thank you for making this video!!
What about torque please for both drilling and screwing? What's ideal? Thanks!
Hi again! One question I've built 4 plywood shelves 1 metre wide x 44cm deepx1cm. The 1 metre back wall is bricd and I used a10Gx4m masonry screw. for the struts I used 42x19mm pine.. I was advised by store to use Zenith chipboard 8G x 35mm Galvanised Countersunk Rib Head Metal Screw for drywal and 10gx45mm masonry screw for brick wall. I was told I would NOT need plugs at all. Shelves seem to be holding but after your video I think I should have used plugs also. Did they tell me the wrong thing? Sorry this is long as im a 74yo novice.
Great video. Thanks for the advice!
How to prevent the drill bit from slipping and moving away from the marked spot?
Thanks! This is exactly what I need.
Great Video. So do you select screw just smaller than a plug. Is there a standard table. Also how do I recognize bit that is for concrete vs wood.
A wood bit has a sharp point on the end and is usually black. A masonry bit has a little kind of hammerhead shark look at the end. Like a pair of ears and it is usually silver. If you ask in your local DIY or hardware shop they will match you screws for appropriate plugs.
@@buildingsheriff Thank you.
Hi Sheriff ⭐️ I have been doing some drilling projects around our home after your ace tuition, but the property is quite old and the walls kind of ‘crumble’ and the drill holes are too large. Is there a solution to this please?
I know the feeling! I would always start with a very small drillbit. And then try and get a plug to match usually a bigger plug. For example, I would use a 4 mm masonry bit and then maybe see if five or 6 mm bit would go into the resulting hole. Failing that what I would do is use two part filler after I’ve drilled a hole fill this and then drill into the filler. I hope this helps
@@buildingsheriff great advice thank you! Funnily enough I put a heavy mirror up today, first drill hole dodgy so I did actually try a smaller bit for the second, then had to go in with the larger one, a much better result. Sorry I’m such a novice, this morning I googled “how do you know what screw size you have”, you know the answer to that! 😅
@@elizabethbarrett5668 it’s trial and error, Elizabeth. We all start without the knowledge and we gain it as we go along. You worked it out for yourself. 👌
For Plasterboard I make a pilot hole, then make that’s hole the correct size. I usually need to drill into the brick behind for the depth of the fitting. But sometimes the drill bit skates around when it hits the brick. This changes the dimensions of the hole in the plaster board. How can I avoid this? Thanks! At a guess my bit isn’t “sharp” all masonry bits feel blunt!? 🤐
I never knew about 1 and 2, no wonder why sometimes i couldn’t drill a hole 😮
Brilliant video.
Whenever I try to drill a hole (however small it might be) into my wall, I end up instead with a big crater in my wall! In some places I get a perfect hole but in many places I end up with a crater. Why does this happen? My wall is essentially a layer of brick, covered with a layer of concrete, followed by plaster (and finally paint). Is there something wrong with my drill or drill bit or is the cement and plaster getting brittle with age?? Honestly, even the plaster coming off doesn't bother me, I could always plaster again. But I am confused and worried that why is the cement brittle and not firm.
Hi Jimbo. Usually it is because the cement adhesion to the brick or block behind. It has loosened. This can happen to us all. The best way to get around this is to start gently with a smaller bit and then increase hole size. This doesn’t always work but it has done for me in the past.
@@buildingsheriff tks a lot. I kept thinking there was something wrong with my drilling technique or something.
Thank🙏
How trusting are you that every wall you drill into follows code for where to place everything routed through?
It’s the same as crossing the road on a pedestrian, crossing you just trust that everybody follows the rules.
Thank you so much I feel excited to start drilling 😀
Thank you
Thank you .
Thanks good explanation.
How do you get the drill holes accurately at the same height, say of you have a number of individual coat hooks to mount. They always seems to go off marginally when I drill.
Put some goggles on and then tap a nail onto your mark with a hammer so that this provides a starting point for the drill. Just repeat along a level for additional holes
@@buildingsheriff smashing thanks.
Can you do a video about drilling a hook for hanging chairs into concrete ceilings?
Absolutely fantastic thank you 🙏
Great stuff! Super helpful :)
My wall plug never seems to go fully in even after Ensuring the hole is deep enough for the plug?
You may be using a plug that is too big for your drill bit
Should I drill into wall or window frame??.. my wall seems to break apart when I drill into it
Window frame shouldn’t need drilling - if it’s timber - other than a small pilot hole for a screw.
Thanks for teaching.