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What is the purpose of a DEVIL OR NAIL FLOAT in plastering?
What is the purpose of a DEVIL OR NAIL FLOAT in plastering?
- To spread mortar on bricks and tiles
- To finish corners and plastering
- To roughen the surface of plaster for the next coat (correct)
- To produce a fined grained texture on plaster
Which tool is specifically used for finishing corners in plastering?
Which tool is specifically used for finishing corners in plastering?
- MEASURING BOX
- TROWELS
- EDGER
- ANGLE FLOAT (correct)
What is the primary function of a BRICK TROWEL?
What is the primary function of a BRICK TROWEL?
- Spreading mortar on bricks and tiles
- Removing and laying mortar in masonry joints
- Picking up or spreading mortar with an offset blade (correct)
- Shaping plaster or mortar in the final stage of finishing
What is the purpose of a SPADE in masonry work?
What is the purpose of a SPADE in masonry work?
What function does a RUBBER FOAM serve in plastering?
What function does a RUBBER FOAM serve in plastering?
How is a PAINTER'S BRUSH typically used in masonry work?
How is a PAINTER'S BRUSH typically used in masonry work?
What is the function of retarders in concrete?
What is the function of retarders in concrete?
Why is it important for water intended for use in concrete to be free from certain substances?
Why is it important for water intended for use in concrete to be free from certain substances?
What do air entraining agents do in concrete?
What do air entraining agents do in concrete?
What is the purpose of bonding agents in concrete construction?
What is the purpose of bonding agents in concrete construction?
In what situation would concrete waterproofing agents be most beneficial?
In what situation would concrete waterproofing agents be most beneficial?
Why might specifications require exposed aggregates in concrete surfaces?
Why might specifications require exposed aggregates in concrete surfaces?
Which tool is used for turning screws in carpentry?
Which tool is used for turning screws in carpentry?
What is the primary function of a hatchet in carpentry?
What is the primary function of a hatchet in carpentry?
Which tool is classified based on the type of cuts it makes in carpentry?
Which tool is classified based on the type of cuts it makes in carpentry?
In carpentry, what is the purpose of using a file?
In carpentry, what is the purpose of using a file?
What distinguishes a claw hammer from a wrench in carpentry?
What distinguishes a claw hammer from a wrench in carpentry?
Which tool is considered to be an inertia tool in carpentry?
Which tool is considered to be an inertia tool in carpentry?
What type of adhesive is made from protein materials and comes in a dry powder form?
What type of adhesive is made from protein materials and comes in a dry powder form?
Which adhesive is specifically designed for use with leathers and paper?
Which adhesive is specifically designed for use with leathers and paper?
What type of adhesive is usually latex emulsions or dissolved rubber?
What type of adhesive is usually latex emulsions or dissolved rubber?
Which material is used to simulate stone from concrete methods?
Which material is used to simulate stone from concrete methods?
What are Asphalt Cements made from?
What are Asphalt Cements made from?
Which concrete block type is known for its exceptional thermal and sound insulating properties?
Which concrete block type is known for its exceptional thermal and sound insulating properties?
Which type of adhesive is Neonprene-rubber adhesive?
Which type of adhesive is Neonprene-rubber adhesive?
What is the form in which Urea Formaldehyde resin Glue is available?
What is the form in which Urea Formaldehyde resin Glue is available?
What are Oils & turpentines primarily used for in the context of wood surfaces?
What are Oils & turpentines primarily used for in the context of wood surfaces?
Which adhesive type is used as sealers over concrete, wood, or old terrazzo surfaces before epoxy resin terrazzo is applied?
Which adhesive type is used as sealers over concrete, wood, or old terrazzo surfaces before epoxy resin terrazzo is applied?
What is the primary characteristic of Melamine resin glues?
What is the primary characteristic of Melamine resin glues?
What is the main characteristic of Sodium silicate adhesives in terms of bond strength?
What is the main characteristic of Sodium silicate adhesives in terms of bond strength?
