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6707- 215 Preparing surfaces for decoration practice test

Question 1 of 30

1

Knots in timber if left untreated could result in

Select one of the following:

  • a cissing of the paint film

  • b chalking of the paint film

  • c discolouration of the paint film

  • d flaking of the paint film.

Explanation

Question 2 of 30

1

The term porosity in relation to timber refers to its

Select one of the following:

  • a cost

  • b lifespan

  • c hardness

  • d absorbency.

Explanation

Question 3 of 30

1

Which of the following is a suitable primer for both resinous timbers and bitumen-coated
surfaces?

Select one of the following:

  • a Acrylic primer.

  • b Aluminium primer.

  • c Zinc-rich primer.

  • d Etch primer.

Explanation

Question 4 of 30

1

Which abrasive is used to abrade new wood before painting?

Select one of the following:

  • a grade 240 garnet paper

  • b coarse emery cloth

  • c grade 240 aluminium oxide

  • d medium glasspaper.

Explanation

Question 5 of 30

1

Which of the following is a solvent-borne primer suitable for timber?

Select one of the following:

  • a Zinc chromate primer.

  • b Alkali-resisting primer.

  • c Zinc-rich primer.

  • d Lead-free primer.

Explanation

Question 6 of 30

1

What is the iron content of non-ferrous metal?

Select one of the following:

  • a 0% iron content.

  • b 10% iron content.

  • c 40% iron content.

  • d 60% iron content.

Explanation

Question 7 of 30

1

Which of the following is created at the production stage of steel beams and girders?

Select one of the following:

  • a Flaking.

  • b Rust.

  • c Pitting.

  • d Millscale.

Explanation

Question 8 of 30

1

A primer appropriate for non-ferrous metal is

Select one of the following:

  • a alkali-resisting

  • b red oxide

  • c acrylic primer

  • d etch primer.

Explanation

Question 9 of 30

1

Open joints are a defect likely to be found in

Select one of the following:

  • a blockwork

  • b brickwork

  • c gypsum plaster

  • d plasterboard.

Explanation

Question 10 of 30

1

Chemically inactive materials are said to be

Select one of the following:

  • a alkaline

  • b acidic

  • c inert

  • d adhesive.

Explanation

Question 11 of 30

1

Dry lining is suitable for use as

Select one of the following:

  • a a load-bearing wall

  • b a load-bearing beam

  • c an external surface finish

  • d an internal surface finish.

Explanation

Question 12 of 30

1

Failure to remove old peeling coatings prior to repainting could result in

Select one of the following:

  • a bleaching

  • b chalking

  • c flaking

  • d wrinkling.

Explanation

Question 13 of 30

1

The correct method of removing paint coatings from a window frame is by

Select one of the following:

  • a steam stripping

  • b electric hot-air

  • c LPG burning off

  • d liquid paint-removal.

Explanation

Question 14 of 30

1

A hazard which could arise from the use of a steam stripper is

Select one of the following:

  • a scalding

  • b asphyxia

  • c radiation

  • d deafness.

Explanation

Question 15 of 30

1

When removing old paper, it must be allowed to soak so that it

Select one of the following:

  • a can be removed in several stages

  • b can be removed in one piece

  • c hardens and can be easily removed

  • d softens and can be easily removed.

Explanation

Question 16 of 30

1

The correct method of removing paper contaminated with mould is by

Select one of the following:

  • a abrading and washing

  • b washing and scratching

  • c washing and scraping

  • d burning off and washing.

Explanation

Question 17 of 30

1

At the end of the working day where should Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be
stored?

Select one of the following:

  • a In the workshop, clearly marked, with unrestricted access for public and employees.

  • b In the workshop, clearly marked, accessed only by a first aider.

  • c In a designated area, clearly marked, with restricted access for employees only.

  • d In a designated area, clearly marked, with unrestricted access for public and
    employees.

Explanation

Question 18 of 30

1

Multi-coloured spots or patches on defective surfaces are known as

Select one of the following:

  • a grease contamination

  • b efflorescence

  • c moss and lichen

  • d mould and fungi.

Explanation

Question 19 of 30

1

Crystaline salts on an alkaline surface is known as

Select one of the following:

  • a cissing

  • b efflorescence

  • c fungi

  • d saponification.

Explanation

Question 20 of 30

1

Removing dirt and dust with a tack-rag prior to painting will avoid

Select one of the following:

  • a saponification

  • b discolouration

  • c bittiness

  • d effloescence.

Explanation

Question 21 of 30

1

The test to determine if a surface coating is either acrylic or solvent-borne, is known as a

Select one of the following:

  • a mastic test

  • b moisture test

  • c litmus test

  • d meths test.

Explanation

Question 22 of 30

1

Bleeding on a painted timber surface can be caused by

Select one of the following:

  • a painting knotty or resinous woods

  • b paint being deficient in binder

  • c painting over greasy surfaces

  • d painting over powdery surfaces.

Explanation

Question 23 of 30

1

Flaking on a non-ferrous metal surface can be caused by the use of the incorrect

Select one of the following:

  • a roller

  • b primer

  • c filler

  • d mordant.

Explanation

Question 24 of 30

1

Plaster cracks caused by material drying out after completion are known as

Select one of the following:

  • a settlement

  • b expansion

  • c shrinkage

  • d shearing.

Explanation

Question 25 of 30

1

Which of the following is the correct sequence for repairing cracks in plaster?
1 Undercutting.
2 Dry Abrading.
3 Raking out.
4 Proud filling.
5 Wetting in.

Select one of the following:

  • a 1, 3, 5, 4, 2

  • b 5, 3, 1, 4, 2

  • c 3, 1, 5, 4, 2

  • d 3, 1, 5, 2, 4

Explanation

Question 26 of 30

1

One possible effect of heat on plaster is the formation of

Select one of the following:

  • a blisters on the surface

  • b fungi on the surface

  • c deep cracks

  • d hairline cracks.

Explanation

Question 27 of 30

1

Which of the following would be most suitable for making good screw holes in oak
skirting?

Select one of the following:

  • a Plastic wood.

  • b Cement-based filler.

  • c Caulk.

  • d Powdered filler

Explanation

Question 28 of 30

1

The correct abrasive to use when making good open grained timber is

Select one of the following:

  • a emery cloth

  • b aluminium oxide

  • c silicone carbide

  • d wire wool.

Explanation

Question 29 of 30

1

Which tool is used to apply stoppers to small holes and cracks?

Select one of the following:

  • a Palette knife.

  • b Putty knife.

  • c Hacking knife.

  • d Filling knife.

Explanation

Question 30 of 30

1

Which of the following is applied using a caulking gun?

Select one of the following:

  • a Flexible filler.

  • b Powdered filler.

  • c Interior filler.

  • d Ready-mixed filler.

Explanation

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