Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? To make a hole in masonry and rock, you need a masonry bit—and to know how to use it ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you plan on drilling into brick, concrete, or stone, you’re going to need to use a masonry drill bit.

To do the best job possible, you need the right tools. While it’s obvious that you can’t tighten a bolt with a hammer, some people don’t realize that you shouldn’t try to drill through concrete with a ...