Drilling holes in tile—to install towel rods in a bathroom renovation, say—can be tricky. There’s always a risk the tile will crack, especially if you use the wrong drill bit. What’s more, attempting ...

Drilling through tile is one thing, but doing it so you can properly clean up as you’re working is another. Knowing the best way to tidy up as you drill will save you a whole lot of time and a whole ...

Here's how to avoid cracking a tile surface when you need to drill a hole. Mark your point, then gently score the tile with a nail set to break through the glaze. Be sure to use a carbide driill bit ...

Today, Doug Cornwell, chief operating officer of Alure Home Improvements, takes us into the bathroom in this video installment of Alure Home Improvements’ “60 Second Fix: How To Drill Through Tile ...

So I've gone through all the trouble of replacing the crappy fiberglass shower unit in my master bath with a nice tile shower. Just one problem left - I need to install the shower door. Which requires ...

Drilling a tile without cracking it Many installations in kitchens involve making fixings in a tiled surface. It is essential to use the correct technique for drilling through tiles so they do not ...

Installing tile in a bathroom tub or shower stall always presents a series of challenges. Once the layout is chosen and the tiling begins, constant vigilance is required to ensure the tile maintains ...

A friend asked the other day what is the best way to drill through a tile shower wall as he was trying to install a curtain rod in his shower. The principle is the same when you’re trying to install ...

Q DEAR TIM: Drilling into ceramic tile has become a priority. My wife wants me to install several towel bars and other accessories in an older bathroom. I also need to install anchors for a new shower ...