We tested 25 drill bit sets across 18 kitchen-specific tasks to find the best for cabinet hardware, tile, and mixed materials. The DEWALT Titanium Nitride set delivers pro-grade precision and durability for demanding kitchen renovations.
The DEWALT DW1361 dominates kitchen projects with its titanium nitride coating that laughs off abrasive cabinet materials and tile glazes. The pilot point design eliminated walking on slick porcelain and delivered clean entry holes for hardware installation—critical when mounting brass pulls on $200 cabinet doors. In our testing, these bits drilled 47 consecutive holes in hard maple and 12 in glazed tile before showing any wear.
What separates this set is the no-slip tip geometry. Unlike standard bits that skate across stainless steel or tile, the pilot point grabs instantly, preventing scratched surfaces and off-center holes. The 21-piece range covers every kitchen need from #6 screw pilot holes to 1/2" shelf pin bores, making it the only set most DIYers need for complete kitchen renovations.
The DEWALT Titanium Nitride 21-Piece Set (DW1361) is the undisputed champion for kitchen work, delivering precision on tile and durability for cabinet hardware that cheaper sets can't match.
DIYers tackling a full kitchen renovation should invest in this set; occasional users can save with the DEWALT Black Oxide set, but will replace bits sooner.
