How can I cut a hole in ceramic to make a lamp?
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Hi,
Are you looking to make this project - maybe it will give you an idea: https://www.hometalk.com/diy/decorate/rooms/how-to-make-a-lamp-out-of-tea-cups-32060933?expand_all_questions=1.
How to Make a LAMP - Out of TEA CUPS!
Buy a drill bit or hole saw made for tile/ceramic. They’re not cheap, but they last forever.
Hi Julie, you'll need a ground tungsten carbide or diamond tip drill bit. Here's a lovely video that will show you how - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ze95z5R8UdY
You'll need to use a masonry bit. I would suggest starting out with a smaller hole and then going larger if needed. You don't want to risk breaking it.
Use a carbide-tipped masonry bit; regular twist-drill bits can't cut through the fire-hardened glaze. You'll also need to keep the bit from slipping off the glossy surface. The secret: Put two strips of masking tape onto the tile in an X pattern.