Cut Ceramic Pot

We used a masonry bit to drill our hole.

Cut ceramic pot.

Would it be possible to get a plastic one and paint it to look fancier. And here s how to drill a hole in a ceramic pot. Both can be drilled though pottery in it natural state is by far the easiest. To cut or drill a hole in the bottom of a pot for drainage all you need is masking tape and a ceramic or masonry bit for your drill.

However most ceramic flower pots do not have any holes in the bottom of them which are vital for drainage purposes. Fortunately hand tools for cutting basic terra cotta ceramic items are available. These containers can be found either glazed or left in their natural state. Clay pots are more attractive than their plastic counterparts.

High tech tools like a wet tile saw will cut ceramic tiles like butter but are not as safe for larger items such as pots. Get free shipping on qualified ceramic tile specialty drill bits or buy online pick up in store today in the tools department. I have only ever lost one pot and that was one of the first pots i ever drilled i pressed. So here s what i used.

A pilot hole will cut down on the larger bit jumping around. You can even make your own. Cut down your clay pot with a carbide rod saw. Many of the ceramic containers intended for plants are made from soft terracotta clay.

Use a smaller bit about a 3 16 inch bit to drill a guide hole first. A ceramic pot can make an ideal storage container for your flowers and also for an indoor herb garden. Find a masonry bit. No clue how to cut a teapot in half though.

These bits come in assorted sizes so find the one that best suits your needs. Ceramic pots can be purchased quite cheaply from flea markets or garage sales. You will most likely end up shattering.