Drilling screw holes in porcelain tiles

[garrymum]

Tiles have been fitted and I am now getting ready to fit toilet / basin and shower enclosure. Need to drill the tiles so I can attach everything to the wall. I was going to get a diamond core drill, but these only drill the circumference of the circular hole, leaving the centre still firmly fixed to the wall. Are there any 'normal' drill bits that can be used with porcelain to enable me to drill through the tile so I can screw fittings to the wall?

Thanks

 

[Softus]

I was going to get a diamond core drill, but these only drill the circumference of the circular hole, leaving the centre still firmly fixed to the wall.

Once you've drilled a hole with a 6mm diamond core bit, there won't be much tile left, and what there is can be easily removed.

Are there any 'normal' drill bits that can be used with porcelain to enable me to drill through the tile so I can screw fittings to the wall?

Yes, but IIRC they're more expensive and more fragile.

 

[lancenotalot]

I was going to get a diamond core drill, but these only drill the circumference of the circular hole, leaving the centre still firmly fixed to the wall.

I have used core bits up to 38mm and can assure you that the slug does not stay attached to the wall,even if it did a little tap with a toffee hammer would soon free it

 

[gcol]

I have used core bits up to 38mm and can assure you that the slug does not stay attached to the wall....

That's because of your substandard application of adhesive.

 

[sheslookinhot]

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[lancenotalot]

I have used core bits up to 38mm and can assure you that the slug does not stay attached to the wall....

That's because of your substandard application of adhesive.

Well really,I expected better from you sir!
Back where I come from that be foighting talk

 

[jefoss]

I have used core bits up to 38mm and can assure you that the slug does not stay attached to the wall....

That's because of your substandard application of adhesive.

Well really,I expected better from you sir!
Back where I come from that be foighting talk

is that why you moved???

 

[gcol]