The good news is that they rarely overheat and are highly durable. You can also use them to drill holes in timber is you need to.

If you do all this, you will be able to pick the right masonry drill bit every time you visit a drill bit store. Check out our drill bits for brick work or our products page for various tools and building supplies.

Did you know? In most houses, studs are spaced 16 inches (41 cm) apart. If you can locate one stud, you can approximate where the studs on either side of it are based on this standardized spacing.

This will make your job easy and smooth. It’ll also help ensure that your drill will never be damaged by discordant drill bits.

Tip: If you’re not sure what size drill bit is appropriate or how deep your hole should be, consult the packaging that came with your screws or anchors to see if that information is included.

In most instances, you’ll need a drill bit of standard length, but like we mentioned, there are longer bits if you need something longer.

Consider the type of job you want to do; ensure the bit you choose is compatible with your drill; refer to your pilot chart to know the bit size and length needed; ensure you go for masonry drill bits and avoid the cheap ones.

In this piece, we are going to discuss tips that will help you pick drill bits that match your project needs. The tips will also help you avoid the mistakes that most buyers make when selecting masonry drill bits.

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You need to examine the drill bit shank and ensure it’ll be grasped perfectly by the chuck of your drill. However, choosing a drill bit that’s compatible with your drill does not necessarily mean that you have to buy bits of the same brand. No!

Cheap bits are usually made of substandard material and have a history of overheating and shattering when subjected to pressure. Buying them is a waste of your hard earned money, not to mention that they can ruin or delay your project.

Regardless of the of the type drill bit you choose, the golden rule here is to ensure that you pick a drill bit that is made of a high-quality and durable material, which is coated with carbide, diamond powder or titanium carbon nitride.

When selecting a drill bit, you have to consider the material it’s made of. There are masonry drills bits made of low carbon steel. These drill bits are cheap and can be used to drill soft surfaces.

You can even carry your drill to the store to try the bits before you buy them. This will help ensure you don’t make any mistakes.

You should, however, avoid bits made of substandard material regardless of the quality of concrete you’ll be drilling. They’ll overheat quickly and do a shoddy job.

It’s important to ensure the bit you choose has exactly the same size as the hole you are going to make. Going for a bit that is a little bit larger than the hole you wish to create is also fine.

Some drill bits are made of high-speed steel (HSS). These bits are a bit more expensive than those made of low carbon steel.

Yes, it’s good to consider the price when buying drilling bits, but that does not mean that you should go for cheap bits.

If you go for a drill bit made of HSS, however, make sure it’s coated with carbide, diamond powder, or even titanium carbon nitride. This helps make it tough and good for masonry. The coating also helps reduce corrosion and wear.

Drilling a hole in a wall may seem like a daunting task. Fortunately, this job is reasonably simple if you take a few basic precautions and use the right tools. Before you start, pick the appropriate bit for the type of wall you are drilling. You’ll also need to pick a good spot to drill your hole, away from any electrical wiring. Once you’re ready to make the hole, you’ll need to operate the drill with a firm and steady hand.

These drill bits are effective in penetrating stones, concrete block, solid concrete, and other hard and soft materials found in the construction world.

When it comes to length, there are standard lengths, but there also long masonry drill bits that range from 300 to 400 mm.

Tip: If the wall has a covering of paint or plaster, use a metal or drywall bit to start the hole. Switch to the masonry bit once you get through this initial layer.

This is another important question that you should ask yourself. You should choose a drill bit that is compatible with your drill type.

The choice of drill bit largely depends on the project at hand. If you’ll be drilling small holes into light concrete or artificial stones, you can go for any masonry drill bit.

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To drill a hole in the wall, it’s important to choose the right drill bit. Use a drywall bit for sheetrock or plasterboard, a masonry bit for brick, stone, or concrete, and a spur point bit for wood. If the wall is glass, tile, or ceramic, you’ll need a special tile bit. To avoid electric lines, be careful not to drill directly above or below any outlets or light switches. Use a stud finder to locate a wooden beam before drilling into sheetrock, especially if you want the drill hole to support anything heavy. Mark the spot where you want to drill with a pencil. Mark the depth of the hole you want to make on your drill bit with a piece of masking tape. Finally, put on safety goggles and a dust mask. Place the drill bit against the mark, hold the drill straight, and press firmly while squeezing the trigger. Keep drilling until you reach the desired depth, then ease off on the trigger a bit and pull the drill back out while it’s still running. If you’re using an anchor, tap it into the hole with a rubber mallet. Otherwise, insert your screw or hook directly into the hole with a screwdriver. For more tips, including how to find wall studs, read on! Did this summary help you?YesNo

Choosing a drill bit that matches your project’s needs can be confusing and time-consuming because of the diverse drill types available. It’s much more complicated than you might think.

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If you’re dealing with hard concrete and natural stones, ordinary drill bits are not for you. Go for drill bits that have tungsten carbide or durum tips. They are usually stronger, more efficient, and penetrate hard surfaces better and faster than the typical drill bits.

While some are meant for wood, others are specially designed for glass, metals, and masonry projects. Therefore, you want to ensure that the bit you pick is meant for masonry.

This article was co-authored by Gino Colucci and by wikiHow staff writer, Megaera Lorenz, PhD. Gino Colucci is a Home Improvement Specialist and the Owner of Crackerjacks Handyman Services (not a licensed contractor) in Chandler, Arizona. Crackerjacks Handyman Services offers an effective cost-saving solution for commercial and residential repair and maintenance needs, specializing in smaller projects. Crackerjacks Handyman Services carries liability insurance and all technicians go through a background check. There are 12 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been viewed 407,667 times.