How to Drill Hole in Glass or Ceramic

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  • In this video I will show you how to drill a hole in glass / ceramic, the process is the same for either. I will show how to drill the hole with both a hand drill and a drill press, there are slight differences.

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  • @Harpist4Christ
    @Harpist4Christ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you sooooooooo much. another you tuber gave tip that you can get a set of 10 diamond circle hole bits from eBay for $10!!!!!! was able to avoid slipping by not pressing. I made a drain hole in a BEAUTIFUL Mexican vase! Awesome! Now I’m looking around this house more things to drill!!

    • @bbbublez143
      @bbbublez143 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      me right now!😂

  • @RedFlyRuledByTheRiff
    @RedFlyRuledByTheRiff หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! I’ve been wanting to do this for years and finally bought a bit yesterday. I especially appreciate the comparison between the hand drill and the drill press.

  • @nwicky3147
    @nwicky3147 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    After watching several videos on drilling holes in glass and ceramic, yours was most helpful. Thank you!! 🌞

  • @bluerockcomputingllc4143
    @bluerockcomputingllc4143 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Super! You're the first I've seen in similar videos to recommend using eye protection. Eye protection is a must.

    • @overthemoon9941
      @overthemoon9941 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely utility glasses 👓 r essential…

  • @pearlmackey5352
    @pearlmackey5352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It helps to put a piece of masking tape on the pot. It’s something that the drill can grab onto.

  • @dukealliefifi
    @dukealliefifi 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for the tutorial, I have been breaking terra cotta pots trying this with regular old drill bits.

  • @frankjerseytomato8941
    @frankjerseytomato8941 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video ,,,,,,, the water bath is the best idea ,,,, it always has water

  • @NightlifeTyrant
    @NightlifeTyrant ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You broke all that down quite proper! Thank!

  • @nadinejolson3243
    @nadinejolson3243 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I did it on my large porcelain vase and it worked like charm! Thank you

  • @plips71755
    @plips71755 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thanks for sharing and the details. What about the tip of using masking or painters tape in x pattern - it help keep the bit from slipping around. Are there step bits for pottery like formetal?. I’m trying to determine the best way to make large holes (1/4” to 3/4” depending on size of pot). in clay pots for orchids - was advised to make a hole and then use another bit to burr it out but it is so slow. I’m probably doing it wrong. Have you tried these neat tungsten carbide bits - see video below - he used a tungsten carbide hole saw and the tungsten carbide spear points - super fast. Don’t know about glass. But he didn’t have any breakage and no water needed or he didn’t use any. He has a shop so I assume he knows what he is doing...fooled me anyway. 🙃 I hadn’t seen anybody drill that quick and no breakage. .
    For my plastic pots, I just use a wood burning tool and slick as a whistle, got holes any size I want. Soldering iron works too. If I could make holes in pottery as easy, I would be elated.
    m.th-cam.com/video/Ww7fVhhgZiE/w-d-xo.html

  • @phoneec
    @phoneec 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Some said use Masonry drill bits.
    I wanted to drill on several mugs and I have some terra cotta pots that I want to enlarge the holes.
    If I don't have daimond drill bits, would Masonry drill bits work ?

  • @MrChickadee99
    @MrChickadee99 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    this was so awesome!!!!!! Thank you!

  • @onekansasmom
    @onekansasmom 9 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Might also consider a dust particle mask, glass dust and lungs aren't a good mix.

  • @carwai
    @carwai 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you. Just drilled 3 pots!

  • @debmccleary9857
    @debmccleary9857 11 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Try putting a piece of tape where you want the hole (the bit won't slip as much).☺

  • @smilingbob6708
    @smilingbob6708 ปีที่แล้ว

    I always used a piece of copper pipe the same diameter as the hole I want. Just keep it wet with light pressure.

  • @lloydwright8966
    @lloydwright8966 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome vid. This gave me some ideas for making garden pots for my garden. I have a question though. When your drilling through glass bottles in the water should you wear some kind of protective gloves? I almost feel like the tiny particles of glass floating around in the water would irritate your skin.

    • @triciakokoszka581
      @triciakokoszka581 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You could, but it's not like chunks of glass floating in the water. It's more of a fine dust. But you should practice safety whenever you try something new, so by all means....

  • @user-ne3os9qp6o
    @user-ne3os9qp6o 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you can make clay ring fill it with water for your mom's glass😍

  • @greenmoonacegikmo4781
    @greenmoonacegikmo4781 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    There's a guy with a video here who shows an easy way to make a hole in a board to hold the drill bit while drilling on glass/ceramic...easy peasy.

  • @johnchapin5581
    @johnchapin5581 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was very helpful, AND I never thought of using a drill press! I have just a cordless hand power drill to use, but I know someone with a drill press, and I plan to ask him for help. Thanks.

    • @UpcycledStuff
      @UpcycledStuff  9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My pleasure, John. It's way easier, not to mention quicker, with a drill press for sure. Have fun!

  • @Brauvura
    @Brauvura 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Can you drill teacups/pots, plates, and bowls the same way, as they're usually ceramic?

  • @ladybird3596
    @ladybird3596 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Question, I’m wanting to make a sink out of an old wash basin bowl, would it be better to drill inside of the ceramic bowl or from the bottom? I’m just worried about chips around the edge of the hole.? Thank you, your video was very useful!

    • @UpcycledStuff
      @UpcycledStuff  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Wendy. when I am drilling my glass bottles, I have found that I can see chips on the inside of the bottle when I push too hard on the drill and the last bit of glass snaps rather than gets drilled with my drill bit. Does that make sense? It seems like I'm pushing a bit too hard on the drill and the glass just gives (or snaps) when the glass gets almost to the end. I don't typically have problems with chips when I first get started, so I would probably tackle it from the top. You just want to make sure that you have a steady hand and that your drill doesn't jump around. It may help to put a bit of painters tape down over the place that you want to drill so that the bit doesn't jump around. I would pick up a couple of bowls from Goodwill though and practice a few holes first though. Good luck.

  • @mythirdchannel
    @mythirdchannel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for the video :) I am getting prepped to drill some ceramic pieces I've made, and this has been helpful

  • @josephperez9208
    @josephperez9208 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a small knock-knack glass or porcelain figurine. I need to drill a small hole in the bottom so I can fill the figurine and the seal it shut. What do you recommend? Thanks

  • @oneshotonekill2528
    @oneshotonekill2528 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    drip water on hole to cool down as drilling, anyone who smoked pot in the 90's and a empty jack daniels bottle made them back then.

  • @cherylbiggs1359
    @cherylbiggs1359 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Question: how do I get the 'plug' out of the bit? It seems to stay inside the hole every time - had to throw one away...

  • @martarichardson9373
    @martarichardson9373 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Well done!! Thank you!!

  • @KIrellia
    @KIrellia 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Have you tried padding the drill press head where it would contact the glass to prevent splits? And tape the glass? Seems like if you could buffer the contact when the drill breaks through, it might help.

  • @justineelectra
    @justineelectra 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    hey great vid! thanks! do you recommend using protective gear cos of the glass/ceramic splinters?

    • @tonynes3577
      @tonynes3577 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Use common sense. But, I never use protective gear and I drilled in cement, metal, wood. MY BAD..
      The only time I do is with high speed drilling with my "Dremel."

    • @bulletron3000
      @bulletron3000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The water should prevent the dust from going everywhere, but I'd wear some goggles or just turn away a little bit to be safe. It doesn't take a big piece of debris to ruin your day

  • @uncapabrew4807
    @uncapabrew4807 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bingo !!Thank You!!

  • @amyleianne8038
    @amyleianne8038 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I found diamond drill bits on Amazon for $10, are those fake??

  • @KReneSpeaks
    @KReneSpeaks 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello, how can I cut a slit in a wine bottle and how can I create a hole in the bottom of a wine bottle

  • @patriciayounger1787
    @patriciayounger1787 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you, will follow your advice.

  • @parikhspiecederesistance3958
    @parikhspiecederesistance3958 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What if I want 2 make holes on the sides of the ceramic pots 2 ?? Is it possible!? Than I would put a tea light candle in it. & the light will spill out from all the holes. It will look so beautiful 👌🏻
    What say!? 🤔
    🙏🏻 Mumbai India 🇮🇳

    • @UpcycledStuff
      @UpcycledStuff  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You can put several holes in it, just be sure not to put them too close together.

    • @nileshadgiri1332
      @nileshadgiri1332 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@UpcycledStuff in hmm

  • @ivybrooks7963
    @ivybrooks7963 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi! Could you do this on bisque ceramics? For example, the ready to paint bisque figurines? I’m not sure if I would be able to keep water on the figure. Could I submerge it in water?

    • @alicial1239
      @alicial1239 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, just a fellow crafter here. Bisque could be submerged for a short while but it WILL absorb water. So you’ll have to let it dry before glazing. It’s going to be soft & will scratch if you’re not careful. Otherwise- why not?! Have fun!!!

  • @PARDS2
    @PARDS2 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    SUPERB JOB!!!!

  • @hortondlfn1994
    @hortondlfn1994 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Impressive!

  • @wayneking4680
    @wayneking4680 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ALL GOOD THANK YOU

  • @joginadventures8650
    @joginadventures8650 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why put hole on the side not on the bottom?

  • @tonynes3577
    @tonynes3577 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks easy. I bought a very old pottery art piece (Aztec pot) which may be expensive and I want to drill a small hole on the bottom corner to attach a security wire tether (for anti-theft purposes). The pottery is not glazed. What drill bit (and drill speed) would you recommend so I don't crack the pottery?. Thanks, great video!

    • @UpcycledStuff
      @UpcycledStuff  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hey Tony. That sounds like a scary proposition. You absolutely run the risk of cracking it. I can crack a glass liquor bottle that I may have drilled repeatedly in the past with great success. So no guarantees that you won't also crack that beautiful pottery. I would suggest practicing several times on something that is similar to the piece you want to drill a hole in. And you should definitely use a diamond bit like the one I used in the video.honestly, I have never paid attention to drill speed it's more about how much pressure you put on the drill. if you push too hard all at once you can easily crack your piece, practice definitely helps work that out. Goooood luck!!

    • @charitygoldart
      @charitygoldart 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      If you damage it with a hole I doubt anyone will want to steal it anyway as you'll be lessening it's value! Personally I don't think it's right to cause damage to an item that's been around so long; you should look after it & preserve it for those who will own it in the future. You don't 'own' something like that; you just are a custodian for now.

  • @plips71755
    @plips71755 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    And the orange piece wasn’t as thick too.

  • @ishanamadison5149
    @ishanamadison5149 9 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you want to drill the top what would you do

    • @UpcycledStuff
      @UpcycledStuff  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      How do you mean drill the top? Tell me what you're trying to drill and what the direction the hole is going - ie, perpendicular to the existing bottle opening or parallel?

  • @selinagalle9005
    @selinagalle9005 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you :-).

  • @sophiasometimes9818
    @sophiasometimes9818 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What kind of drill press is that?

    • @UpcycledStuff
      @UpcycledStuff  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's by Skil, which I believe I picked up at Lowe's. But Harbor freight has a less expensive version that will get the job done as long as you are using the correct bit.

  • @26alexther
    @26alexther 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I need a diamond drill bit but they are like 29 dollars way too much

    • @cgreen35
      @cgreen35 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I got a set of 5 at Walmart for under $15. I've been drilling holes like crazy and they still work like the first time. Less than 30 seconds to make a hole.

    • @diannenaworensky6698
      @diannenaworensky6698 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@cgreen35 Thank you for that information!!!

    • @nileshadgiri1332
      @nileshadgiri1332 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@cgreen35 on

  • @darkninja4505
    @darkninja4505 8 ปีที่แล้ว

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    @baselabuobeid3801 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

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