From softwood and MDF to hardwood and timber framing — drilling wood
cleanly depends on choosing the right bit.


Here are the most commonly used options for reliable, professional results.

Top Picks for Wood Drilling

Auger Bits
Auger Bits

Designed for deep, controlled drilling in solid timber.

Auger bits pull themselves through the wood while clearing chips efficiently, making them ideal for fencing, joists, carpentry, and timber framing.

Machine Flat Bits
Machine Flat Bits

Fast drilling for larger holes in wood.

Available in standard entry-level options for general site work, as well as premium designs with thicker shanks, shoulder points, and hex quick-release fittings for improved control and durability.

Ideal for stud walls, first-fix carpentry, and applications where speed and reliability matter.

forstner bits
forstner bits

Precision drilling for flat-bottom holes in wood.

Forstner bits produce clean, accurate holes with smooth edges and controlled depth, making them ideal for cabinet hinges, joinery, and furniture work where finish matters.

COUNTERSINKS
COUNTERSINKS

Designed for cleanly countersinking screws in wood.

Produces a neat, flush finish for fixings in joinery, cabinetry, and general woodworking applications.

Bi Metal Hole Saw
Bi Metal Hole Saw


Used for cutting large-diameter holes in timber and sheet materials.

Ideal for doors, panels, worktops, and service penetrations where clean circular openings are required.

HSS Drill Bits
HSS Drill Bits

Suitable for light-duty drilling in wood and mixed materials.

Best used for pilot holes or occasional work where specialist wood bits aren’t required.

Still Not Found What You’re Looking For?

We also stock a full range of specialist bits for more detailed or specific woodworking jobs:

Top Picks for Wood Drilling

Router Bit Set
Router Bit Set

A complete solution for shaping and finishing wood.

Router bit sets cover a range of common profiles and cutting styles, making them ideal for edge work, grooves, rebates, and detailed woodworking. Suitable for joinery, cabinetry, and workshop use.

Hole Saw Sets
Hole Saw Sets

A versatile selection for larger holes in wood and sheet materials.

Hole saw sets include commonly used sizes for cutting clean, round openings in timber, panels, and boards. Ideal for installers, electricians, and joinery work where flexibility and convenience matter.

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