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Producing specialist decorative finishes Level 2

Producing specialist decorative finishes Level 2

Question 1 of 23

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Which one of the following is the main ingredient added to a colourant to produce a broken colour effect?

Select one of the following:

  • a Glaze.

  • b Driers.

  • c Glycerine.

  • d Spirit.

Explanation

Question 2 of 23

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Which of the following paper types is used when undertaking a glaze and wipe effect?

Select one of the following:

  • a Ingrain.

  • b Embossed.
    .

  • c Lining.

  • d Washable

Explanation

Question 3 of 23

1

What is the main ingredient of water borne scumble that extends the working time?

Select one of the following:

  • a Glycerine.

  • b White spirit.

  • c Linseed oil.

  • d Colourant.

Explanation

Question 4 of 23

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What is the reason for extending drying time when using water borne scumble?

Select one of the following:

  • a It makes the materials last longer.

  • b It keeps a wet edge.

  • c It makes the effect more hard wearing.

  • d It reduces defects.

Explanation

Question 5 of 23

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What is the reason for mixing additional scumble

Select one of the following:

  • a Allow for repairs.

  • b Allow for spillages.

  • c Minimise waste.

  • d Save time.

Explanation

Question 6 of 23

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What is the best method of producing uniform broken colour on broad areas with water borne coatings?

Select one of the following:

  • a Rush the work.

  • b Section off walls.

  • c Work slower.

  • d Work in pairs.

Explanation

Question 7 of 23

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Which one of the following faults is caused by loss of wet edge when producing broken colour effects?

Select one of the following:

  • a Banding.

  • b Slipping.

  • c Skidding.

  • d Misses.

Explanation

Question 8 of 23

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When applying masking tape, creepage is caused by

Select one of the following:

  • a lack of adhesion

  • b incorrect tape

  • c incorrect positioning

  • d excess tape.

Explanation

Question 9 of 23

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Removing masking tape which is not low tack

Select one of the following:

  • a is quicker to remove

  • b pulls off previous coatings

  • c causes creepage

  • d allows crisp edges

Explanation

Question 10 of 23

1

What is the correct sequence for cleaning chamois leathers?

Select one of the following:

  • 1 Fold
    2 Store
    3 Dry
    4 Wash

  • a 4,3,2,1

  • b 1,2,4,3

  • c 4,3,1,2

  • d 3,1,2,4

Explanation

Question 11 of 23

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How should an application brush be stored after cleaning?

Select one of the following:

  • a Laid in a box.

  • b Hung up in a cupboard.

  • c Laid on a bench.

  • d Hung in a ventilated area.

Explanation

Question 12 of 23

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A positive stencil is

Select one of the following:

  • a a design that includes different colours

  • b a design that includes only one colour

  • c made by cutting out the design

  • d made by cutting out the background of the design.

Explanation

Question 13 of 23

1

Which stencil method is described as ‘using a paper over the top and imprinting on to the paper below’?

Select one of the following:

  • a Trace.

  • b Pounce.

  • c Photocopy.

  • d Transfer.

Explanation

Question 14 of 23

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Which one of the following materials is most suitable for sealing and strengthening stencils cut from card?

Select one of the following:

  • a Emulsion.

  • b Knotting.

  • c White spirit.

  • d Varnish.

Explanation

Question 15 of 23

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Why is it important to seal all edges of a stencil?

Select one of the following:

  • a To prevent soaking.

  • b To hold ties together.

  • c To keep it clean.

  • d To stick to the surface.

Explanation

Question 16 of 23

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What would be the best base for cutting a stencil from acetate?

Select one of the following:

  • a Glass sheet.

  • b Self healing mat.

  • c Wooden mat.

  • d Perspex mat.

Explanation

Question 17 of 23

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Which of the following methods is the quickest way of enlarging/reducing a design on to paper?

Select one of the following:

  • a Print.

  • b Photocopy.

  • c Illumination projection.
    .

  • d Accurate measurement

Explanation

Question 18 of 23

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Which ground coat is suitable for a Mahogany wood effect?

Select one of the following:

  • a 10.C.33.

  • b 08.C.35.

  • c 08.C.31.

  • d 04.D.44.

Explanation

Question 19 of 23

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What is the main colourant used to produce Carrera veins?

Select one of the following:

  • a Red.

  • b Yellow.

  • c Grey.

  • d Green.

Explanation

Question 20 of 23

1

What colourant is used with a mahogany scumble to add dark and light streaks?

Select one of the following:

  • a Raw umber.

  • b Van dyke brown.

  • c Yellow ochre.

  • d Raw sienna.

Explanation

Question 21 of 23

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What is the purpose of a retarding agent used in water borne scumble?

Select one of the following:

  • a Add shine.

  • b Remove shine.

  • c Slow down drying.

  • d Speed up drying

Explanation

Question 22 of 23

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Which one of the following is used with water borne scumble to prevent ‘cissing’?

Select one of the following:

  • a White spirit.

  • b Glycerine.

  • c Fullers earth.

  • d Pigment.

Explanation

Question 23 of 23

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Which one of the following effects is produced by a metal comb?

Select one of the following:

  • a Highlights.

  • b Grain.

  • c Pores.

  • d Veins.

Explanation

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