Stucco has become a very popular exterior wall covering over the years. This hard looking shell may be intimidating for a homeowner trying to add exterior features like hanging art, a security camera, or a flag to the outside of their homes. To do this you will need to know how to drill into stucco.With…
Most of the projects around the home that use a drill are based around drilling through wood, but sometimes you may need to know how to drill through metal as well. Drilling through metal is not difficult as long as you have the necessary tools, which are fairly common and you may already have in…
Ball bearings have three primary functions. With a rolling or sliding motion, they can reduce the amount of friction between moving parts, allow for precise positioning of those parts, or help distribute and carry heavy loads. They are also attractive, smooth, and perfectly spherical, and come in many different sizes and materials. Ambitious or experienced DIYers…
The most common reason to drill a hole in a coin is to make it into jewelry. Coins collected from your travels can be turned into earrings or necklaces, allowing you to keep those memories close. Another popular option is to make a charm bracelet with coins that were minted in years that have personal…
Mason jars are a beloved material of the crafty DIYer, thanks to their sturdy construction, attractive appearance, and versatility. When intact, mason jars can be used for storage or as a drinking vessel, but that’s not all they are good for. A mason jar with a hole in it can be used as a succulent planter,…
A dowel is a cylinder of wood. They can be any length. Standard wood dowel sizes range from 3/16 of an inch to two inches in diameter. While drilling a hole in the end of a dowel isn’t much more difficult than drilling into wood, centering the hole requires specialty accessories. Drilling Holes in the Center…
Cast iron can be challenging to work with. It is not a hard metal and it can splinter or crack if you do not drill it properly. However, its more than just picking the correct drill bit for cast iron. Drilling through cast iron is more about technique than it is about the proper tools.First…
If you love beachcombing, you may have collected a lot of shells that you would like to turn into some kind of art, or make into jewelry. It might be intimidating to think about drilling a hole into one of your shells to make it into a necklace or to use it for another artistic…
Drilling into your tree may seem like it will damage the tree. Most trees have a process known as compartmentalization that will help it to heal after you drill into it for a treehouse or another project. By choosing the right tree and limiting how many holes are added into the tree, you can drill…
Do you need to know how to remove a rivet? There are many projects where you may need to drill them out, so it helps to understand the process first. The rivet is a fastener and there are likely many of them placed around your home.I made sure to include everything you need to know…
Drilling plexiglass can be challenging because it can be prone to cracking or melting when it is drilled. There are some important steps that must be followed to make sure that your drilling process goes smoothly and creates a good end result. Traditional drill bits and traditional drilling processes can cause damage to the plexiglass.What…
Experienced gardeners know that proper drainage is essential to maintaining the root health of plants. Some pots come with drainage holes in the bottom or on the sides. Clay pots are often sold without drainage holes, which can affect the health and vitality of your container garden. Follow these instructions to easily add a drainage…
There are many reasons you may need to drill through carpet, from getting power to a desk in the middle of the room, to running network cables for television or internet. Follow this guide to avoid unsightly snags created by drilling into carpet. Snag-free Carpet DrillingChoose a method below and assemble the appropriate supplies and materials.…
Concrete has naturally high compression strength — you can drive vehicles on it without crushing it. It’s tensile strength, or ability to withstand being pulled in opposite directions, is not as high. Rebar, or reinforcing bar, increases the tensile strength of the finished product. When drilling through concrete, you may also need to drill through rebar.…
