Stone water trough - Need to drill hole....

[Dave_L]

Now this may be a stupid question but is it possible with (SDSPlus bits) to drill stone? I've got an old weathered stone water trough that needs two drainage holes drilled to enable me to plant it, is this possible do you think or is it a job for a stone mason?

I'm unsure as to the actual stone, but it has obviously been carved. It is similar to this

[GB_Groundworks]

Yes but your better going slow and gentle than going at it with a big hammer drill

Better supported on sand if drilling through the bottom but will be fine

Can you core drill it then fill with gravel?



Edited By GB_Groundworks on 1389367839

[Dave_L]

Many thanks Giles

[KLS]

I'd say to go with the core drill too as it will cut through rather than just sort of smash through, if you get what I mean. Also deffo for the sand underneath.

[lutonlagerlout]

dave use a masonry bit but not on hammer
i have drilled stone like that and it goes ok
also start with say 6mm and work up 2mm at a time
cheers
LLL

[Dave_L]

Thanks for the advice all, all done on slow speed with no hammer, worked a treat Dad would be well pleased, this is a Memorial planter in his memory.