Hi all,
I need to buy some long drill bits so I can install an outside tap. I've seen these online:
Hilka 3 pce SDS Long Drill Bits 450mm: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Would they do the job? I figured 450mm is fairly long, but not too long. I thought I'd drill a smaller pilot hole, then follow through with the 24mm bit (and use 22mm pipe sleeving for the 15mm pipe carrying the water).
Regarding sleeving, is copper pipe OK? I've heard somewhere that for load-bearing walls, stronger pipes are recommended.
Also, I'll be insulating any exposed copper piping on the outside. But what about the bit running through the sleeving - surely that would be at risk of freezing in winter?
Thanks for your advice,
Jennie
I need to buy some long drill bits so I can install an outside tap. I've seen these online:
Hilka 3 pce SDS Long Drill Bits 450mm: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
Would they do the job? I figured 450mm is fairly long, but not too long. I thought I'd drill a smaller pilot hole, then follow through with the 24mm bit (and use 22mm pipe sleeving for the 15mm pipe carrying the water).
Regarding sleeving, is copper pipe OK? I've heard somewhere that for load-bearing walls, stronger pipes are recommended.
Also, I'll be insulating any exposed copper piping on the outside. But what about the bit running through the sleeving - surely that would be at risk of freezing in winter?
Thanks for your advice,
Jennie