If you decide to go with these, you will need water applied to the tip throughout the drilling, and they are more expensive. That said, they work like a treat and last for a very long time. For us it all comes down to the amount of drilling that you will have to do. For most home owners that will be in the kitchen, the bathroom or the utility room.

Important: I’m using a 6mm diamond-tipped drill bit for this demonstration. Also, if you are drilling a finished marble tile surface, get a 6mm standard masonry drill bit as well. I’ll explain the reason in the drilling step. Travertine offers neutral tones such as sandstone. Like limestone it is also very porous so will need regular sealing. If used in small amounts in walls it can look great but is subject to staining easily. Once you’ve drilled all the way through the marble, slowly move the drill out of the hole and away from your surface.You can get either honed stone or polished stone. Honed tends to be used on floors, and polished on walls or areas with a low foot fall. Slate is usually only used for great looking floors. Marble can also be used for worktops as can slate in some cases. Porcelain tiles need a special drill bit for best results, but any of the sets we mentioned above will get the job done. Other types of tiles and hard surfaces like slate, marble and granite can be drilled through using a tungsten carbide bit, or a diamond tipped bit. Tungsten carbide bits make drilling through tiles pretty easy. You do need to use these with a drill that has a slow speed so a variable speed electric drill is a must. In that situation, complete the last few millimeters of the hole with a standard masonry drill bit. It’s necessary to protect yourself whenever you’re doing a DIY project. Be sure to use proper protective equipment, especially when you are operating a drill. Ear protection and goggles for your eyes will help protect against any dust or debris.

Core bits are tipped with either diamond or carbide. Core bits have a central pilot bit that holds the bit in place while the outer sections of the bit drill through marble and granite. Core bits are commonly used to make larger holes bigger than 1/2 inch. Spade Bit Limestone is not hugely popular as a tile though it is really good if you are trying to create a rustic look. Unfortunately limestone is very porous so will need regular sealing. It isn't a tile we would recommend. These super-strong bits are made from a compound of tungsten and carbon. They’re commonly used in industrial applications and can cut a hole through tile, concrete, masonry, and marble. Core Bit Before drilling a hole through marble, you have to choose the right bit. These bits are easy to use with your regular drill or a hammer drill. Diamond Tipped Bit Carbide-tipped bits can be categorized as strong drill bits made from carbon and tungsten. These bits are commonly used for drilling tiles, masonry, concrete, and marble.There are a few different drill bits for marble tile drilling. Depending on your requirement, choose the most suitable one for you. These diamond-tipped drill bits are similar to regular drill bits. They are tipped with diamond chunks and are most suitable for dry drilling. These drill bits can penetrate the hardest marble surfaces in a few seconds. If you just need a single hole use a cheap masonry bit and then throw it away. If you need several holes then buy a set of decent quality bits. Before you start drilling, create a workspace that is free of people, clutter, and debris. Any clutter near your drilling surface may move once the drill is activated, which could cause your drill to slip. Spade bits are weaker than regular bits and could bend under too much pressure. It's best to use this bit on soft types of marble, such as tumbled marble.