The average do-it-yourselfer hates to drill metal, especially steel. We don’t know how many questions readers have submitted and we’ve answered on that topic over the years. Even the most enthusiastic ...

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, ...

Almost any general-purpose twist bit will do a decent job of drilling holes in metal. In fact, most drill bits labeled specifically for metal are manufactured to drill through various materials, ...

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", ...

If you've had to follow any DIY video or guide that involves drilling into materials, chances are you've been instructed to drill a small hole in the material before inserting in your screws. While ...

One final difference: Hammer drills and standard drills use a chuck that can accept a variety of bits, but an impact driver ...