Help Drilling Glass Blocks

RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post by BriteBlocks.com (1) | (11/14/2008) Contact Hello Everyone! I have always used a glass/tile drill bit. I got the time down to about 8-10 minutes for each block. I just put a little piece of masking take to mark the spot and it keeps your drill from slipping. I created an EBook to help address all the techniques and/or problems with Glass Blocks I'm sure you'll find useful. I also included a detailed, illustrated bow tutorial and the answer to "what to do about the glass dust that accumulates inside the glass block with drilling!" It's entertaining and fully illustrated. For more info check the site. Kat Report Spam or Abuse RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post By Deanna (Guest Post) (11/03/2008) I use a diamond tip 1- 3/8 hole bit. It is meant to drill a hole perfect for the night light size bulbs. I punch small holes in the lid of a 2 liter soda bottle and fill it with cool water. While my spouse drills the hole I drizzle water from the bottle on the bit. It only takes about 1 minute to do each block! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post By Deanna (Guest Post) (11/03/2008) I use a diamond tip 1- 3/8 hole bit. It is meant to drill a hole perfect for the night light size bulbs. I punch small holes in the lid of a 2 liter soda bottle and fill it with cool water. While my spouse drills the hole I drizzle water from the bottle on the bit. It only takes about 1 minute to do each block! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post by jess_admin (750) | (10/24/2008) Profile | Blog! | Contact (submitted via email) Carrie, I know what you mean. It takes 5-10 minutes to drill one hole. Another tip is not to leave the blocks in the garage when it's cold. The Glass is cold and then when you drill and the bit gets hot, the glass cracks. Try calling a local glass and mirror place and ask if they would drill the hole size you need. It would be worth it if they don't charge a fortune. Patricia Report Spam or Abuse RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post by jkl (16) | (10/22/2008) Profile | Blog! | Contact Joyce, I read that you took your blocks to a glass co for to be drilled. May I be so bold as to ask what company you took them to? Also in Ontario Canada I drilled 2 blocks tonight and both of them cracked, but I think I know the reason. It's cold outside so the garage is cold. Maybe the heat of the bit and cold glass didn't mix. I'll let the glass heat up in the house to room temp before trying again. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post By Patricia (Guest Post) (10/22/2008) If I may boldly ask what glass company you took the blocks to be drilled? Any help is appreciated. Thanks, Joyce Report Spam or Abuse RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post By Patricia (Guest Post) (10/22/2008) Pittsburgh Corning has just put a new glass block on the market. (DecorBloc) It comes in a maroon red box. There is a large hole in side of block and there also provided is the insert to put in and also a hole in the insert for a plug for a coin bank or for the wire to come out of. The only thing is the price. They are pricey. $12-$19.00 for large and $9-$13 for smaller one. Joann's, Michael's and some Home Deot has them also Rona in Canada. Report Spam or Abuse Request: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post by Kezia_admin (120) | (10/22/2008) Contact Is there a way to drill holes or cut holes large enough to fit night light bulbs in the glass lit blocks? I have seen some for sale on the internet that say they are lit by 7 watt night light bulbs. Kathy from Starkville, MS Answers: RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks I use a diamond hole saw and a drill press. I make a clay dam and fill with water to keep my bit cool. To make the hole larger, I use my drimmel too, while going slow and stopping frequently so it doesn't overheat and crack. (10/08/2008) By rcpeters RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks I took mine to the local glass company. They don't charge much and it is much easier. (10/08/2008) By joyce from Canada Report Spam or Abuse Request: Help Drilling Glass Blocks Post by Sally_Admin (247) | (10/04/2008) Profile | Contact I am trying to drill the glass blocks. I have the 1/2 inch diamond drill bit but it seems to be taking a lot if effort. I put it in water first but it heats up rather quickly. Carrie from Canada Answers: RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks When using any kind of diamond drill bit, you don't just put water on it, but must keep the tip WET while drilling the hole the entire time. The water is what keeps the bit cool, and otherwise you'll ruin the diamond tip if it heats too much (and you'll never get through the block). Even with the water, it'll still heat up. Diamond bits come in several shapes and sizes too. Make sure that you the right one for the job--just because it's a diamond bit doesn't mean it's the right bit for the intended job. (10/04/2007) By susanmajp RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks hi This is a slow process. I keep a bottle of antifreeze sitting close by to pour on the drill bit to cool it. I have been tempted to find a table drill to keep the constant pressure on the drill. Holding it makes my arms go numb. I don't know the purpose of the antifreeze, but most instruction suggest it. Another suggestion is use your Dremel with a small bit to start the hole then increase the size of the drill. i use tungsten bits from Lowe's. They are cheaper than the diamond ones. (10/06/2007) By lzygranny RE: Help Drilling Glass Blocks I order my diamond core drill bit from the internet. It is cylinder shaped, so it actually cuts a hole in the glass in about 3-5 minutes. Just remember to keep the drill bit wet, use moderate speed and pressure. I have used the arrow shaped diamond drill bit but it takes a very long time to drill a hole, plus blocks easily get overheated and break. (11/21/2007) By cls45 Report Spam or Abuse