How to Cut Small Holes in Glass Bottles
Drilling a hole in a glass bottle involves a basic knowledge of glasswork and the physical ability to work with power tools. A wide array of decorative projects can be created by working with glass bottles. A glass bottle with a hole drilled into the top or side allows easy hanging on walls or ceilings. Candles can be inserted into the hanging bottle, creating low-cost and romantic outdoor lighting displays.
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Things You'll Need
- Power drill
- Diamond-tipped drill bit - specific for glasswork (1/4 of an inch bit recommended)
- Glass bottle
- Silicon sandpaper
- Water
- Spray bottle
- Protective eyewear
- Work gloves
- Permanent marker
Instructions
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Mark drilling area on the bottle with a permanent marker.
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Put on the protective eyewear and gloves.
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Run water off the hole area to reduce friction during the drilling process. Heat and friction cause glass to shatter or crack.
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Drill at low speed to start the hole.
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Spray additional water as needed to keep glass cool while drilling.
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Drill at low to medium speed to cut through the glass.
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Dump glass fragments from the inside of the bottle into the trash.
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Rub sandpaper around hole opening until the area is smooth to the touch.
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Tips & Warnings
Be careful not to use too large of a drill bit to cut the hole into the glass bottle. Home improvement store staff can aid in the selection of the proper size drill bit for the project size.
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- Photo Credit Tara Dodrill
