Use a carbide-tipped masonry bit or diamond drill bit; Fegular twist-drill bits can't cut through the fire-hardened glaze. Not necessarily. Porcelain tile is no different in temperature than anything else in the room except that it holds its temperature better because of its mass. Of course, cool is good in warm weather climates and it's easy to warm things up with an area rug or two.

Layout - My husband is having trouble with the layout/cuts in the ceramic tile for our tub/shower area. There is an uncentered window in the primary wall. He keeps saying "no matter how I figure it, I still end up with 1/2" gap at the top of wall". Is there any way you can tell him what he's doing wrong? Thanks SOOO MUCH! Exterior Chimney - Do you have any information on tiling the exterior of a stucco chimney? Below freezing in winter. See similar questions...

Drilling (or sawing) of neodymium magnets is absolutely not recommended. First of all, the material is brittle and fragile. Secondly, drilling causes combustible dust and, thirdly, the heat caused by the drill can possibly demagnetise the material. Specialists can work with the magnets with specialised diamond-tipped tools and constant water cooling. However, this normally occurs prior to magnetisation of the material. See similar questions...

Smallest achievable hole size (and largest achievable hole size) is dependent on the material, material thickness and laser used. It is possible to drill 1 micron holes through thin material at aspect ratios of up to 100 to 1. It must be remembered, however, that there will usually be taper associated with the holes and the entrance diameter will be larger than the exit. We normally specify EXIT diameters. See similar questions...

Zinc provides sacrificial protection to steel with steel beginning to corrode once there is no zinc present. Applying a zinc-rich paint over a drilled or exposed area will provide corrosion protection. See similar questions...

We recommend the hole be a factory supplied option. What we do is actually disassemble the valve, indicate the ball dead center on 1 side, drill deburr, reassemble and then test the valve. This way we are certain that if the valve is installed following the manufacturers instructions, there will be no problems. See similar questions...

We recommend securing the model on a survey table. Then prepare the drill hole in the model using a drill press (available from any hardware store). Freehanded drilling is not recommended. See similar questions...

The wood at the center of the piece has almost a  “Zero” velocity across the tip of the tool, and that can make it difficult to turn. Sometimes this is a problem, and sometimes it isn’t. Sometimes I drill into the center, and sometimes I don’t. Sometimes I don’t, then change my mind, and drill later.  Sometimes I do when I didn’t need to, and then it was a wasted effort.  I don’t think it matters. See similar questions...

No. The system can be installed differently depending on your needs. We recommend drilling a hole to allow the camera to be mounted on an angle, which gives you depth perception and a wider viewing area. See similar questions...

No. Although some offices use this technique to acquire better adaptation, we at ChicSmiles do not recommend drilling a hole. With no hole drilled, you can easily remove this crystal without further procedures to cover the hole. See similar questions...

A Miracle Method refinished bathtub or tile wall can easily last 10 to 15 years with proper care and maintenance. In fact, many of our customers have told us their bathtubs still look and feel great 15 years after being refinished. See similar questions...

a mixture of clays, molded into a shape and fired at high temperatures – resulting in a hard body. This hard body may be left untreated or it may receive a glazed wear layer. All the raw materials that go into making ceramic tile come from the earth, including the colours of the glaze. See similar questions...

To be used outdoors, the tile must be frost proof and unglazed for floor use. Make sure the absorption rate is 0.5% or less See similar questions...

ASTRA-GLAZE-SW® + units are made in Emigsville, Pennsylvania, South Beloit, Illinois, and Phoenix, Arizona. They are made using high purity, natural grain silica sands and a resinous binder cast onto a concrete block in a thermosetting, glazing process. The result is a hard glazed tile-like surface permanently molded onto one or more faces of the concrete blocks. ASTRA-GLAZE-SW® + blocks are fired at about 500 degrees Fahrenheit in a tunnel oven. See similar questions...

Ceramic tile floors don't need any wax or floor finish, and all you have to do is sweep and mop them regularly to keep them clean and shiny. Mop with clear water (or add just a dab of liquid dish detergent), and change the water as soon as it gets cloudy. Too much soap or dirty water will leave a dulling or sticky film. Don't use brown or black nylon-backed scrub pads on ceramic tile, or you could scratch the surface. See similar questions...

The composition is what makes the difference. Ceramic tile is made of clay either white or red, Porcelain tile is made of porcelain. Porcelain offers less absorption of water, it is virtually impervious and has more sheer strength to it. See similar questions...

We will explain the basic requirements, and if you need specialist tools we will provide descriptions and guidelines. See similar questions...

Monterey Ceramic Tile and Marble is a ceramic tile and natural stone showroom. We are a resource to homeowners and the trade (architects, general contractors, tile contractors, and interior designers). We are an ideal source for those searching for something different and unique. Although we are not contractors nor designers, we are happy to refer to you independent credible contractors or designers that service the Southern California area. See similar questions...

Ceramic tile can be bonded to ceramic tile with a polymer modified thinset BUT your installation will only be as good as the weakest tile in the old installation. See similar questions...