What is the best drill bit for drilling through wood?
For general use, a brad point bit. For deep holes, an auger bit.
What is a wood drill bit used for?
Drilling clean, accurate holes in wood and similar soft materials.
What are wood drill bits called?
Common types include twist bits, spade bits, auger bits, and Forstner bits.
Should you lubricate drill bits when drilling into wood?
No. Wood drills best dry; lubrication is for metal or masonry.
Is it better to drill wood fast or slow?
Moderate speed—too fast can burn the wood, too slow can cause tearing.
Is it better to drill into wet or dry wood?
Dry wood. Wet wood can gum up bits, swell, and split when it dries.
Is a flat wood bit better than a hole saw?
Flat (spade) bits are faster and cheaper; hole saws cut cleaner and handle larger diameters better.
How to tell the difference between a wood drill bit and a steel drill bit?
Wood bits have a point and spurs; steel bits are blunter with a chisel edge for cutting metal.
How to tell a drill bit is for wood?
It has a sharp center point and often spurs on the edges.
How to make wood not crack when drilling?
Use a sharp bit, pre-drill pilot holes, avoid drilling too close to edges, and reduce speed near the end.