How Do You Drill In A Glass Block Without Diamond Tips?
While many artisans prefer to use diamond coated drill bits to drill a hole in a glass block, you can use carbide drill bits instead. Carbide drill bits are made to drill glass and ceramic tile and come in a variety of sizes. Typical carbide drill bit sizes used to drill a glass block are 1/8-, 3/16-, 3/8-, 1/4-, 5/16- and 1/2-inch drills. Select the size carbide drill bit you need for the hole you plan to drill in the glass block. For small holes, you can use the exact size drill bit you need for the hole. For larger holes, begin with a small carbide drill bit and then expand the hole with the size drill bit that corresponds to the size hole you need. Insert the carbide drill bit into your drill according to the drill manufacturer’s instructions. Check to be sure the drill bit is tight. Mark the glass block with a scribe or a permanent marker where you want to drill the hole. Use water to lubricate the drill bit and to prevent the glass from cracking while you drill. Submerge the glas
