Drilling Through Tile Can Be an Easy DIY
对于许多人来说，通过瓷砖钻探可能是DIY项目中最令人恐惧的部分。一个错误的举动，您可以破解瓷砖。
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但是，这不必令人恐惧。如果您遵循建议的步骤并慢慢走，则可以安装毛巾杆和浴室配件，而不必担心。
Easy Steps For Drilling Through Tile
Tile requires some specific tools and techniques. We’ve got the process laid out so you’ll be drilling through tile like an expert. Of course, it pays to remember that even pros can make a mistake!
1.您有哪种瓷砖？
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Knowing the type of tile material you are working with is critical. Understanding a bit about materials in yournewly tiled bathroomis key so that you can choose the right tools and drill bits.
Certain kinds of tile require specific drill bits. Pay attention to the recommendations so that you’ll have success when drilling your tile.
- Porcelain tile比陶瓷硬。因此，在考虑如何钻探瓷砖，，，，you’ll have to push harder to break through. You’ll also need special drill bits that can get through the glaze as well as the porcelain. The same holds true for stone tiles too.
- Ceramic tilesare not quite as hard but they are indeed slippery. When drilling through glazed ceramic tile, you’ll need the right tile drill bit and a few tips to keep the drill from sliding on the surface of regular ceramic tile.
- Glass tiles由于其湿滑的表面，也很具有挑战性。如果钻头滑梯，玻璃瓷砖材料也更容易刮擦和斑点。
2. Use the correct drill bit
在开始钻孔之前，选择正确的瓷砖钻头至关重要。您也需要使用全新的位。二手钻头或错误的钻头可能意味着瓷砖开裂。较旧的位可能降低效率，并且损坏瓷砖的可能性更大。
Also, never use regular drill bits for tile — they’re just not strong enough.
The proper types for tile drill bits are diamond-tipped drill bits or carbide-tipped drill bits.
Diamond-tipped drill bits当然更昂贵。当然，它们也非常耐用。您可以依靠这个钻头来通过硬瓷砖。这些对瓷砖有益，它们不像碳化物碎片那样容易燃烧。
碳化物尖端的钻头are the most common type used to drill through tiles. This type is best for regular ceramic tiles and natural stone tiles, but not for porcelain tiles. Carbide-tipped bits just aren’t as strong as a diamond-tipped drill bit.
3. Gather up the proper tools
In addition to the proper bits, you need a single power tool: a good power drill. You’ll also want to have these things on hand, including the correct protective equipment.
- 蒙版胶带
- 等级
- Tape measure
- Marker
- 海绵或布
- 防尘口罩
- 护目镜
- 乳胶安全手套
4.测量并标记孔位置
如果这不是您第一次钻孔瓷砖，那么您已经知道这是一个湿滑的挑战，可以将钻头钻在正确的位置。
Before you start drilling, you can make things easier and a little more stable. Try this trick: Use masking tape on the tile surface where you want to make the holes.
Measure the spots for the drilling points and mark the locations with an X. The masking tape will create some tension when you start drilling and it’s just enough to keep the drill bit from slipping.
You’ll also want to use a level to make sure that the marks on the masking tape are properly located. No one wants a crooked tile bar!
如果您必须钻一个以上的孔，也可以用一块木头制作模板。只需在木头上钻一个与您的钻头相同大小的孔。
Then, hold it in place as a guide for the drill. It’s also possible to buy commercial drill guides, which might be a good choice if you’re going to be doing a lot of DIY projects.
顺便说一句，相同的切割经验法则也用于钻孔瓷砖。测量两次，切/钻一次！
5. Drill the tile
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关键时刻!当孔和标记measured, it’s time to drill. The first and most important piece of advice is to take your time and go slowly. The tiles are tough so it’s easy to go all out right away and drill fast. But, that’s the quickest way to damaged tile.
实际上，瓷砖钻头速度是关键因素。最好的开始方法是低速缓慢钻探。试图钻探瓷砖根本不像在木头上钻孔。
Go too hard or fast and you can overheat the drill bit and create vibrations that are enough to crack or damage the tile.
Once you start drilling slowly, you’ll want to add some pressure gradually. Too much pressure all at once will break and crack the tile.
成功地钻过瓷砖的釉面表面后，您可以更快地钻一些。您还可以增加一些压力，使其通过其余的瓷砖到墙壁上。
当您到达瓷砖后面的墙壁表面时，保持缓慢的钻孔速度以保持墙壁完整。您希望墙壁锚在孔中正确坐在孔中。另外，许多专家建议一旦到达墙壁，将其更改为常规钻头。
6. Keep the drill bit cool
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Drilling through tile is a little different in that you need to keep the drill bit cool. As it makes its way through the tile, it gets hot and can overheat.
Also, carbide drill bits will stop when they overheat, but diamond bits will still work as long as you cool them.
有一些选择可以做到这一点。
- 使用湿海绵。By holding a wet sponge under the drill bit, you can keep it cool. It also has the added benefit of catching some of the tile dust. If you’re working solo and can’t hold it against the tile whilst drilling, choose another option.
- Spray water on it。它还可以定期停止钻孔并在钻头上喷一些水。只需确保将水远离电动机电机即可。
- Commercial spray systemsto keep bits cool are available if you’re going to be doing a lot of tile drilling.
7.清理瓷砖
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你标志和漏洞。但是,在你之前attach your toilet paper holders or towel bars, be sure to clean the tile. Drilling tile is a dusty business!
卸下您使用的所有掩蔽胶带。用湿布擦拭瓷砖，以清除钻孔的任何灰尘颗粒或碎屑。最后，插入墙壁锚或插头，然后连接浴室配件。
常见问题（常见问题解答）FAQ
What tile is the hardest to drill?
瓷砖是最坚硬的瓷砖表面。制造过程使瓷器像石头一样硬。它的二氧化硅含量也比陶瓷瓷砖更高，这也使其变脆。这就是为什么您不能将瓷砖切割器用于瓷器。
What’s the best drill bit for tiles?
You’ll need different drill bits for different tiles. Carbide-tipped masonry bits work best for standard ceramic tile. The best drill bits to drill through porcelain tile or glass tile are diamond-tipped bits.
钻石尖端可以帮助钻头穿过瓷砖的坚硬表面而不会破裂。那就是如果您缓慢而正确地钻孔。钻石尖端样式也适合陶瓷，但不是必需的。
How to drill through porcelain tile without cracking?
The best way to drill through tile is to always use a low speed and start slowly. You never want to go too fast or hard on tile, because you can crack it and overheat the drill bit.
Recommendations are to ruin the drill at 100-200 RPMs. This speed will help you bore through the tile without creating strong vibrations that can crack the tile.
It also helps avoid overheating. You’ll also want to use a fresh, new diamond-tipped drill bit.
Why does the drill bit smoke and get hot?
钻孔太快会产生足够的摩擦，以使钻头烟雾和钻孔过热。
通过确保慢慢钻并保持钻头凉爽来避免这种情况。您可以偶尔用湿海绵擦拭，在上面喷水，或将其浸入一些切割油中。
Can I use a hammer drill for drilling into tile?
No! You should never use hammer drills for tile. It is also called a percussion drill or impact drill. While it’s used mainly for drilling hard materials, it is not used for drilling tile.
锤钻的运动将破裂任何类型的瓷砖。它可能适合砖和石头，但肯定不适合瓷砖。
您如何防止刮擦瓷砖？
为了防止刮擦瓷砖，请在钻孔时始终使用轻压。向下推得太硬可以使钻头滑动并在瓷砖表面上划痕。
Using some masking tape or duct tape on the tile where you’re drilling can help prevent slippage. It also adds a bit of protection against scratching.
What about drilling through travertine tile?
Travertine is a natural stone that is part of the limestone family. The soft, porous stone is easy to drill with masonry bits.
The exception is when it has a polished, glazed surface, which makes it harder to drill. In those cases, a diamond tip is the best bet.
Drilling through a ceramic tile: Conclusion
For sure, drilling through a ceramic tile shower to install an accessory can be nerve-wracking. Do it incorrectly and you’ll end up having to replace some cracked tiles.
That said, it’s not a difficult process to drill tiles. You just need the right tools and some patience to know how to drill through tile without cracking it.
如果您以前从未做过，那么将备用瓷砖夹在一些木头上并练习就不会有任何伤害！