Drilling in wood
Drilling into wood is usually straightforward since it’s a soft material, but it’s still important to choose the right drill bit. Before you start, make sure you know the answers to the following questions:
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How large or small does the hole need to be?
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What type of wood are you drilling into?
Tips
Auger Bits with HEX Shank
An auger bit features a sharp screw tip for precise centering. The pre-cutter ensures a clean, smooth hole without splinters.
Auger bits are suitable for:
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Softwood
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European hardwood
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Beams
Note: If you're drilling into hardwood or tropical hardwood, choose an Azobé auger bit.
Flat Woods
A spade bit is used for drilling larger holes, starting from 11 mm. For a clean hole, drill until the tip emerges on the other side, then finish the hole from the opposite side.
Spade bits are suitable for:
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Most common types of wood
Machine Wood Drill Bits
A machine wood drill bit is right-cutting and has a centering point, making it easy to position the drill without slipping.
These bits are suitable for:
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Most common types of wood
Forstner Bits
A Forstner bit is ideal for drilling blind holes. It has an open head, is right-cutting, and includes a centering point. Additionally, the shank is turned down for a cleaner result.
Forstner bits are suitable for:
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Most common types of wood