Drilling through granite?

08-16-2007, 02:06 PM	#1
mikemqn Newbie   Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 2	Drilling through granite? I am trying to drill a hole into a bathroom wall that is covered in granite, it is proving quite difficult probably because i don't know what i am doing and i am sure i don't have the right bit, please someone help!

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08-16-2007, 02:12 PM	#2
SecretSquirrel Agent 000     Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 334	Drilling through granite? What size hole are you trying to drill?

08-16-2007, 02:25 PM	#3
mikemqn Newbie   Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 2	Drilling through granite? less than half a centimetre in diameter

08-16-2007, 02:44 PM	#4
SecretSquirrel Agent 000     Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 334	Drilling through granite? A diamond coated bit is what you'll need; http://www.artistcraft.com/Sealants/Anchors_Bits/215 A tile bit may work if the material isn't very thick.