Drills safely through glass

If you need to drill a crystal or glass, and you imagine that it is a complicated task that requires expert hands, nothing could be further from the truth. Drilling glass is, in fact, one of the do-it-yourself jobs you can do, as long as you know how to proceed and gather the right materials. Follow our Brycus tips so that you can drill these types of surfaces like a master craftsman.

Glass parts you can drill

First of all, you should know that the pieces of glass that are susceptible to perforation are almost all, with the exception of safety glass, better known as tempered glass. These can be identified by looking at the corners of the glass. Tempered glass has the manufacturer's markings on each of them.

Take the safety measures

Before you drill a surface such as glass, you need to know that drilling them is easy and safe, provided you have all the necessary elements to perform this DIY task.

To do this, you need to place the glass on a firm and stable base. Don't think about holding a piece of glass in your hand while you drill with the other. You should wear safety gloves, as well as protective goggles and a mask, as this material gives off dust and shavings during the drilling process that can be a danger to your health. Another safety measure is not to wear clothing or accessories that can get caught in the drill, such as hanging parts.

Find out everything you need at Brycus, and once you get the right drill bit, put it in the drill when it is unplugged.

Discover everything you need at Brycus

Now that the security aspects have been clarified, it's time to put together the elements you'll need. If you don't have these, or just some, please contact your nearest Brycus for the tools listed below.

Drill

It is important that the electric drill you use has different speeds, since you will have to select a lower number of revolutions when working the glass. Otherwise, you can cause a breakage.

Drill for drilling glass

To drill the glass you will need a suitable drill bit. Among the most commonly used for this purpose are carbide and diamond bits, which are made in the shape of a small shovel.

Measuring tape

Necessary to calculate the exact point where you will make the hole.

Adhesive tape

Use packing tape or painter's tape. Tape helps keep the glass from shattering.

Safety Glasses and Gloves

These will protect you from shavings and silica dust. 

Pen

It will serve to mark the exact point where you will make the hole.

Put on our Brycus tips for drilling glass

With the materials and tools available, you only have to follow a few simple steps.

Before you drill the glass

Place the part on a stable surface that offers full support. Then, with the help of the tape measure, measure the point you want to puncture. The hole should never be less than 25 millimeters from the edge of the glass. Mark the point with the marker and then place two pieces of adhesive tape in an X-shape. This mark should be made on both sides of the glass. Mark the point with the marker.

During the process of perforating the glass

Adjust the drill bit in the drill. Then start drilling slowly, at low speed. Once you get a dent in the glass, increase the speed of the drill a little. As you drill, cool the drill bit and glass occasionally with water, oil or kerosene to prevent them from getting too hot. When you are about to finish your drilling, slow down the drill again, otherwise you may crack the glass.

By following our Brycus tips, you will be able to drill glass pieces without the need of a professional. You will have the satisfaction of having done the job with your own hands.