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", ...

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 ...

Suppose you need to modify an enclosure by drilling a hole in it to install a drain (or for some other purpose). How can you do this in a way that leaves a perfect hole with a minimum of work? First, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Few power tools are as versatile as a handheld drill. It makes holes in wood, steel, non-ferrous metals, concrete, drywall, plastics and goodness knows what else. It makes threaded holes to accept a ...

No workshop is complete without a good cordless drill. This essential power tool is your workhorse, responsible for drilling holes and driving in fasteners—tasks that almost every home repair or ...