Porcelain stoneware has now become one of the most popular finishing materials, and this is understandable: in terms of strength and durability, it is almost like a natural stone. This finish is not afraid of sharp heels, or playful kids, or pets. Even if there is some kind of household disaster at home every day, porcelain stoneware will endure everything. The problem can arise only in one case - if for some reason you need to correct the shape of this tile or drill a hole in it.
Read in the article
- 1 Porcelain stoneware trends
- 2 How to determine where to drill and when to drill
- 3 How and with what to drill porcelain stoneware
Porcelain stoneware trends
Porcelain stoneware floors are an almost eternal finish that does not even fear the fall of a cast iron pan. In the hallway and in the kitchen, where traffic is high and something often drops and gets dirty, porcelain stoneware will not let you down.
Porcelain stoneware is also used in the decoration of facades. For a private house, this is a real find. Such tiles can be elegantly decorated porch and basement.
Porcelain stoneware is also used in wall decoration, for example, in a bathroom. Yes, the material is heavy, but if you choose the right glue, there will be no problems in installation.
Difficulties arise only when you start hanging cabinets and shelves in such a bathroom.
How to determine where to drill and when to drill
You can make holes before laying the tiles or even when it has taken its rightful place - this is not important, it only has its own nuances. If you are going to drill porcelain stoneware after installation, it will be more convenient for you to determine the place for the hole and immediately achieve the desired depth.
If you drill the tiles before laying, then even if they fail, there will be no problem with replacement. In addition, when it comes to wall tiles, then drilling in advance in a horizontal position is much more convenient.
When drilling tiles horizontally, you need some kind of fixator.
How and with what to drill porcelain stoneware
First you need to decide on the operating mode of the tool. The drill should never be switched to hammer mode. Impact mode will split the tiles, so be sure to check the switch.
For this purpose, a glass of cold water or at least a rubber bulb spray is suitable. If you choose to cool directly while drilling, you need a partner.
The drilling technique is as follows: the direction of the drill is strictly perpendicular, without inclination. To prevent the tool from slipping, the place of drilling is sealed with masking tape. Drilling should be started slowly and patiently, at low speeds and without excessive pressure.
Which drills are suitable for this task? Victory drills for ceramics will only master a couple of holes, then you have to part with them. The right choice is a diamond core drill bit. If the hole must be very small, you can use not a crown, but a conventional drill, but also with a diamond coating.
You can see how different drills work on porcelain stoneware in this video:
Have you ever drilled porcelain stoneware tiles? Share your experience in the comments!
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