Hole Drilling

drilling glass
Are you involved in a project that requires having holes drilled in the glass? Perhaps a hole in a glass patio table top for your umbrella? If so, you have come to the right place.

Drilling glass is something we do daily. We can drill holes of multiple diameters for tempered, PyroCeram®, or NeoCeram® glass. We use a water jet for majority of holes which allows many diameters including, but not limited to: 1/8″, 3/16″, 1/4″, 5/16″, 3/8″, 7/16″, 1/2″, 9/16″, 5/8″, 11/16″, 3/4″, 13/16″, 7/8″, 15/16″, 1″, 1 1/4″, 1 1/2″, 1 3/4″, 2″, 2 1/4″, 2 1/2″, 2 3/4″, and 3″.

We can also cut perfectly circular glass pieces for whatever you need.

Share the dimensions and specifications of the shape you desire cut – if circular, include the radius or diameter – and attach directly to our order form as a CAD file, or a picture of a hand drawing. If difficult to describe, you can also send a preliminary drawing to support@onedayglass.com or by fax to (360) 892-8152 for approval. If you are unable to provide us with a digital file, the next option is to send a paper template. Prepare a tracing of the pattern you want as well as your name plus contact info and send to the following address:

Peninsula Glass CompanyAttn: One Day Glass6295 NE 147th AveVancouver, WA 98682

There may be extra charges for holes or circular cuts. Get in touch with us to explain your particular needs.

Glass Tints Available by Type & Thickness:

  •  Tempered Glass
    • 1/8" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • SolexSolex
      • BronzeBronze
      • Light GrayLight Gray
      • Dark GrayDark Gray
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
      • P-516P-516
      • MistliteMistlite
      • Low-ELow-E
      • Frosted GlueChipFrosted GlueChip
    • 5/32" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • Solar Cool BronzeSolar Cool Bronze
      • Narrow ReedNarrow Reed
      • Delta FrostDelta Frost
      • Seedy ReamySeedy Reamy
      • Pattern 42Pattern 42
      • ChinchillaChinchilla
      • KasumiKasumi
    • 3/16" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • SolexSolex
      • BronzeBronze
      • Light GrayLight Gray
      • P-516P-516
      • Solar Cool BronzeSolar Cool Bronze
      • RainRain
    • 1/4" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • SolexSolex
      • BronzeBronze
      • Light GrayLight Gray
      • Dark GrayDark Gray
      • Solar Cool BronzeSolar Cool Bronze
      • Low IronLow Iron
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
      • MirrorpaneMirrorpane
    • 3/8" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • Shower Guard ClearShower Guard Clear
      • GrayGray
      • Low IronLow Iron
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
      • RainRain
      • BronzeBronze
    • 1/2" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • Shower Guard ClearShower Guard Clear
      • Low IronLow Iron
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
    • 3/4" Thickness
      • ClearClear
  •  Tempered Laminate
    • 1/4" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Solex / ClearSolex / Clear
      • Bronze / ClearBronze / Clear
      • Light Gray / ClearLight Gray / Clear
      • Dark Gray / ClearDark Gray / Clear
      • Opaque WhiteOpaque White
    • 3/8" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Solex / ClearSolex / Clear
      • Bronze / ClearBronze / Clear
      • Light Gray / ClearLight Gray / Clear
      • Opaque WhiteOpaque White
    • 1/2" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Solex / ClearSolex / Clear
      • Bronze / ClearBronze / Clear
      • Light Gray / ClearLight Gray / Clear
      • Dark Gray / ClearDark Gray / Clear
      • Opaque WhiteOpaque White
      • Low IronLow Iron
    • 5/8" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Solex / ClearSolex / Clear
      • Bronze / ClearBronze / Clear
      • Light Gray / ClearLight Gray / Clear
      • Dark Gray / ClearDark Gray / Clear
      • Opaque WhiteOpaque White
      • Low IronLow Iron
    • 3/4" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Gray / ClearGray / Clear
      • Opaque WhiteOpaque White
      • Low IronLow Iron
    • 7/8" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Gray / ClearGray / Clear
      • Opaque WhiteOpaque White
      • Low IronLow Iron
    • 1" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Opaque WhiteOpaque White
      • Low IronLow Iron
  •  Annealed Glass
    • 1/8" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • SolexSolex
      • BronzeBronze
      • Light GrayLight Gray
      • Dark GrayDark Gray
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
      • P-516P-516
      • MistliteMistlite
      • SeedySeedy
      • Frosted GlueChipFrosted GlueChip
    • 5/32" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • Solar Cool BronzeSolar Cool Bronze
      • Narrow ReedNarrow Reed
      • Delta FrostDelta Frost
      • Seedy ReamySeedy Reamy
      • Pattern 42Pattern 42
      • ChinchillaChinchilla
      • KasumiKasumi
    • 3/16" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • SolexSolex
      • BronzeBronze
      • Light GrayLight Gray
      • P-516P-516
      • Solar Cool BronzeSolar Cool Bronze
      • RainRain
    • 1/4" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • SolexSolex
      • BronzeBronze
      • Light GrayLight Gray
      • Dark GrayDark Gray
      • Solar Cool BronzeSolar Cool Bronze
      • Low IronLow Iron
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
      • MirrorpaneMirrorpane
      • Diamond WireDiamond Wire
    • 3/8" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • GrayGray
      • Low IronLow Iron
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
      • RainRain
      • BronzeBronze
    • 1/2" Thickness
      • ClearClear
      • Low IronLow Iron
      • Satin EtchSatin Etch
    • 3/4" Thickness
      • ClearClear
  •  Laminate / Safety Glass
    • 1/4 Laminate
      • ClearClear
      • SolexSolex
      • BronzeBronze
      • Light GrayLight Gray
      • Diffused WhiteDiffused White
      • Diamond WireDiamond Wire
  •  Insulated Unit / Dual Pane
    • 1/8" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Low-E / ClearLow-E / Clear
      • Solex / ClearSolex / Clear
      • Light Gray / ClearLight Gray / Clear
      • Dark Gray / ClearDark Gray / Clear
      • Bronze / ClearBronze / Clear
      • P516 / ClearP516 / Clear
      • Satin Etch / ClearSatin Etch / Clear
      • Bronze / Low-EBronze / Low-E
      • P516 / Low-EP516 / Low-E
      • Light Gray / Low-ELight Gray / Low-E
      • Frosted GlueChip / ClearFrosted GlueChip / Clear
      • Solex / Low-ESolex / Low-E
    • 5/32" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Solar Cool Bronze / ClearSolar Cool Bronze / Clear
      • Narrow Reed / ClearNarrow Reed / Clear
      • Low-E / ClearLow-E / Clear
      • Rain / ClearRain / Clear
      • Seedy Reamy / ClearSeedy Reamy / Clear
    • 3/16" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Solar Cool Bronze / ClearSolar Cool Bronze / Clear
      • Low-E / ClearLow-E / Clear
      • Solex / ClearSolex / Clear
      • Light Gray / ClearLight Gray / Clear
      • Bronze / ClearBronze / Clear
      • P516 / ClearP516 / Clear
      • Bronze / Low-EBronze / Low-E
      • P516 / Low-EP516 / Low-E
      • Light Gray / Low-ELight Gray / Low-E
      • Solex / Low-ESolex / Low-E
      • Rain / ClearRain / Clear
    • 1/4" Thickness
      • Clear / ClearClear / Clear
      • Low-E / ClearLow-E / Clear
      • Solex / ClearSolex / Clear
      • Light Gray / ClearLight Gray / Clear
      • Dark Gray / ClearDark Gray / Clear
      • Bronze / ClearBronze / Clear
      • Satin Etch / ClearSatin Etch / Clear
      • Bronze / Low-EBronze / Low-E
      • Light Gray / Low-ELight Gray / Low-E
      • Solex / Low-ESolex / Low-E
      • Rain / ClearRain / Clear
      • Clear Tempered / LaminateClear Tempered / Laminate

Since our glass tints are through the entire thickness of the glass, it is more durable and will not rub off like tinted films will. Glass tints of the same color will appear darker with thicker glass. Look at the color charts by thickness to see how the tint will affect darkness.

At One Day Glass we carry glass in several different tints, which vary according to thickness. And we can cut tinted glass within an industry-leading 1/16th-of-an-inch cutting tolerance, which means we can match your exact specifications. Check out our tint samples and see if tinted glass might be a good fit for your next project.

Hole Drilling FAQS

How do you drill a hole in glass?

 

Drilling a hole in a glass is quite simple. What you need is to use a carbide bit which is designed especially for glass and tile. You can find it at most home centers alongside other drill bits or ceramic tile tools. Since glass is smooth and hard, the bit wanders as you start drilling. Make sure to tape a small scrap of dense cardboard to the glass. When drilling a hole, start with a very low rpm to create a dimple in the glass. Once done, remove the cardboard and continue at about 400 rpm. Keep the glass firmly supported on the backside and ensure you only place very light pressure on the drill. This is because pressing too hard can crack the glass.

Can you drill through tempered glass?

 

It is not recommended to drill through the tempered glass because it will completely shatter. Suppose you need a tempered glass with a hole in it; the spot or any other shaping must be done before the tempering process.

Does tempered glass shatter?

 

Tempered glass is up to five times stronger compared to regular plate glass. The best thing about it is it can withstand surface compression of more than 10,000 psi. Not only that, but it is also highly resistant to thermal breakage. However, it can still shatter. When it breaks, it shatters into small pebbles.

Free & Guaranteed Safe Shipping

Free and Guaranteed Safe Shipping All packages are sent insured. Our standard shipping method is FedEx Ground which delivers most domestic shipments within 7 business days but in most cases we can ship as fast as FedEx Next Day Air.
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