drilling holes in ceramic tile

[shag dawg]

Hi. I am need to drill four holes in the ceramic tile in my bathroom to hand a toilet paper dispenser? What is the best type of bit, carbide or masonry? If these are not the best choice, what is? Thanks.

[Clark Griswold]

[John Grabowski]

You should use a carbide-tipped drill bit specifically made for glass and ceramics. It looks like a spear point or arrow head. Use it at slower speeds. Sometimes a regular masonry drill bit will work on softer ceramic tile but don't force it.

[chillermfg]

Cover the area to be drilled with duct tape to prevent chipping

[Stormin Mormon]

Carbide bits and masonry bits are generally the same thing.