How to Easily Drill a Hole in a Pot With No Drainage (2x speed)
Let's dig in! * To drill a drainage hole at the bottom of the pot for succulents, you will need a drill with a diamond or ceramic tile bit, a piece of masking tape, and some water. Here are the steps to follow: 1. Place the ceramic pot on a flat, stable surface. 2. Put on safety glasses to protect your eyes from flying debris. 3. Wet the surface of the pot where you want to drill the drainage hole. This will help to cool the drill bit and prevent it from overheating and damaging the pot. 4. Carefully align the drill bit with the spot where you want to drill the drainage hole and begin drilling at a low speed on an angle. 5. Slowly increase the speed of the drill as you drill, applying gentle pressure to the bit. 6. Continue drilling until the drainage hole is made. 7. Once you have your hole drilled, use mesh drywall tape on the inside of the pot to keep your dirt from falling out. Or, if you have leftover window screen material, that works too! 8. Fill the pot with well-draining soil and plant your succulent, making sure to position the plant over the drainage hole.