There are three tool options to consider when drilling large-diameter holes in thick steel: twist drill bits, hole saws and annular cutters. 1. Twist drill bits. Especially in steel thicker than ¼", ...

Woodworking expert Rob Johnstone shares how a trick using a piece of scrap wood can translate into three handy hacks that make drilling tasks more efficient.

A drill press offers better accuracy and more power than a standard handheld drill. Here’s why it should be one of the first standalone shop tools you invest in. All woodworkers, from amateurs to pros ...

Q: I have to install a new interior door lockset. The door has no holes in it. How do I drill the holes. Do I just grab my jigsaw? A: You don’t need special tools to drill the two holes required for ...

If you’re having trouble making straight holes with your handheld power drill, an old CD can make for a cheap and effective guide. You can buy a dedicated drill guide at your local hardware store, but ...

When plumbers and electricians need to drill a large hole in framing lumber or other material—to make way for pipes and wiring—they usually opt for a self-feed bit (above). Such bits max out at a ...

PITTSBURGH, Jan. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- "I wanted to create a way to help maintain a drill bit in a straight line," said an inventor, from Norton, Ohio, "so I invented the DRILL GUIDE. My design ...

If you need to drill holes in masonry or concrete, you may have heard about, or come across, hammer drills. There are two types, and people often apply the term “hammer drill” to both, although they ...