fanievb Posted January 10, 2019 Share Anyone know where I can get something like this in Gauteng? I don't even know what it's called, a drilling jig, perhaps? I don't need a hand drill press, I need this plunger sort of thing as I need to drill wall tiles and this will help with not cracking it. you need this https://www.toolcraft.co.za/products/alpen-profi-multicut drilled many a tile (incl porcelain) with no issues slow and steady wins and DO NOT use the hammer action on your drill BSG 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosmonooit Posted January 10, 2019 Share What you need is a diamond-tipped ceramic drill bit, a lot of patience and some water to cool the drill bit as it bites into the tile. You can get the bits from any hardware store. Ditto for the special bits, they are clearly marked for this purpose. And don't put your drill on hammer mode! tiles will crack, no matter what the bit. New toys news: I recently got a Makita plunge track saw, beautiful neat straight cuts every time, great investment. Been cutting a lot of tops and shelves. Rocket-Boy and Capricorn 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertusras Posted January 10, 2019 Share you need this https://www.toolcraft.co.za/products/alpen-profi-multicut drilled many a tile (incl porcelain) with no issues slow and steady wins and DO NOT use the hammer action on your drill Interesting, thanks! I've always used small diamond core bits, hence the need for a plunger as they tend to wander and are a biatch to get started. LeTurbo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kosmonooit Posted January 10, 2019 Share Interesting, thanks! I've always used small diamond core bits, hence the need for a plunger as they tend to wander and are a biatch to get started. Those bit have sharp arrow like point so don't go wondering across the tile. bertusras 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fanievb Posted January 10, 2019 Share Interesting, thanks! I've always used small diamond core bits, hence the need for a plunger as they tend to wander and are a biatch to get started. as I said, just take it slow and with lots of pressure to get going, once the tile is "dented" and you are sure the bit wont slip ease off the pressure and let the bit to the work. . bertusras 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricorn Posted January 10, 2019 Share Ditto for the special bits, they are clearly marked for this purpose. And don't put your drill on hammer mode! tiles will crack, no matter what the bit. New toys news: I recently got a Makita plunge track saw, beautiful neat straight cuts every time, great investment. Been cutting a lot of tops and shelves. been inclined to get one myself of late. have tracks with a track compatible circsaw, but continuously having to verify the blade is at the intended angle results in a lot of wasted time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tothehills Posted January 10, 2019 Share Thanks Hubbers There is a lot of experience on Hubland.You can start a prenatal forum too Something about laaities!On the 4D scan, one hand next to the face, and the other on his toolbox Best advice I got was from my GP (who I also cycle with)A healthy baby needs 3 things;1. Dirty floors2. Dogs3. Breast milkOur daughter got all 3 and so far she is one of the healthiest kids in our antenatal group (we still get together once a month 2 years down the line to share war stories) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrahamS2 Posted January 10, 2019 Share Interesting, thanks! I've always used small diamond core bits, hence the need for a plunger as they tend to wander and are a biatch to get started.I had the misfortune of choosing porcelain tiles for all 3 of the bathrooms in one of my homes. And having to drill and fit the wall hardware afterwards. Here's a few tricks I picked up along the way:1. Use a concrete nail and small hammer to gently chip/scratch the tile in the spot you plan to drill. An old hacksaw blade also works. You just need to get through the surface glazing, nothing major. This helps the drill bit bite and not wander.2. Use a proper tile bit as mentioned above.3. Use soapy water as cutting fluid, it sticks to the tile better and also helps collect the dust.4. Don't apply too much pressure or overheat the bit. Take your time. Edited January 10, 2019 by GrahamS2 bertusras 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffsVintageBikes Posted January 10, 2019 Share Stick masking tape over the tile before you mark and start to drill, it stops the arrow shaped bit from wandering. Use 2 or 3 layers of it if necessary. Edited January 10, 2019 by Buff_SA carrera4s, LeTurbo, bertusras and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarryH Posted January 10, 2019 Share What Buff said, on the masking tape. I just used a good quality normal masonary bit (Alphen), tried all the rest, diamond, spear etc. Just start with small bit and drill trough the tape, do not blow the dust away. Tip your bit in water frequently, so you form a paste with the dust, once you are into the glazing it goes quick. basically create a drilling paste, keep your bit cool, and keep the paste wet worked best for me had to do all the fittings in two bathrooms bertusras and Grebel 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertusras Posted January 10, 2019 Share Thanks for all the tips guys, much appreciated! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed-Zulu Posted January 10, 2019 Share Thanks for all the tips guys, much appreciated!Most importantly, start off on normal rotary motion, 6mm's down, turn to hammer and bombs away... Grebel 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeTurbo Posted January 10, 2019 Share I had an enquiry about fitting all the bathroom fittings - towel rails, toilet roll holders, shelving etc in 20 bathrooms, all with porcelain tiles. I've never run so fast in all my life. BuffsVintageBikes, DJR, Hairy and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted January 10, 2019 Share I had an enquiry about fitting all the bathroom fittings - towel rails, toilet roll holders, shelving etc in 20 bathrooms, all with porcelain tiles. I've never run so fast in all my life. Just the cost of the bits themselves would have been huge (they don't last) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Knoetze (sk27) Posted January 11, 2019 Share Hi guys, so with 3 young kids now in the house (along with wanting to change the decor look), I have a few furniture items that I would like to sell. I was wondering how or where would be the best place to approach or advertise. I am based in Pretoria. The items are a 3m Yellowwood sideboard (all yellowwood, 3 doors), a Yellowwood kist(all wood with no steel screws at all, not clean edged but rough look) as well as an Oak table measuring roughly 2m x 1m with fancy legwork. The table is being used to hold TV, PS4, etc but I need to wall mount something as the cables are a kid magnet!!!!!I will be able to post pics a bit later, when I am home.Or if anybody is keen here please PM me:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tromp Posted January 13, 2019 Share Advice needed. I am rearranging my mancave/garage/workshop.I want to put all thingamajigs and bobs in old glass jars ( Jacobs coffee , if it makes any diff. ) I have had at least 10 cups of said stuff in the process of finding a practical ( meaning QUICK ) way of removing the flipping lables. Tried all ways recommended on Google ( just not mother's milk ). Any suggestions. I dont want to spend a whole weekend on these 30,or so , jars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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