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I am trying to fit a curtain poll, I can only drill so far in?

Hi, I am trying to fit a curtain poll above my front door. When I try and drill the hole, I can only go so far in and the drill will not go any further. I suspect that I am hitting the concrete lintel.

Any suggestions anyone? I only want to hang one voil panel.
Marie, April 2009
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If it is concrete you will need a percussion drill. If a metal lintel be prepared for patience and drill with the smallest drill first and using sizes bigger gradually you will eventually get there....with luck !

Ralph JM Interiors, June 2009
The holes need to be at least 5" above the window. That way you won't be hitting the lintel and will only drill into the masonry.

Lyn, June 2009
You may be hitting a steel lintel, instead of a concrete one....

John, April 2009
Yes, I have a hammer action drill with a masonary bit in it.

Marie, April 2009
Have you tried using a masonary drill ... sorry if i'm stating the obvious

Jonathan, April 2009

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