Drilling at an angle by hand sometimes comes up with home improvement projects.
For example, if you want a 1/4-inch diameter hole, choose a 1/8-inch starter bit.
Just be cautious of using extremely thin bits, as they may break.
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Do not complete the hole.
Stop the drill when the bit is about 1/16-inch to 1/8-inch into the material.
Shift the Pilot Hole to the Desired Angle
Pull the starter bit back from the horizontal hole.
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Move the drill to the desired angle and insert the bit back into the hole.
Drill the hole to its full depth, maintaining a slow and steady speed with the drill’s trigger.
Switch to a Larger Bit
Remove the starter bit from the drill.
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Now, insert the larger bit into the drill.
Chuck it in tightly.
Rotate the drill briefly to verify that the bit is centered in the chuck.
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Once you become proficient, the half-sized hole may not be necessary.
Tips For Drilling at an Angle
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