40 Questions
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the minimum total thickness of the stucco?
15 mm
What is the minimum thickness of the first coat of stucco?
6 mm
When is the stone dash finish partially embedded in the second coat of stucco?
Before the second coat starts to set or stiffen
What is the minimum height to which a waterproof finish should be provided in shower stalls?
1.8 m
What is the maximum spacing of furring supports for the attachment of wall and ceiling finishes?
400 mm
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, what is the minimum diameter of nails for stucco lath or reinforcing?
3.2 mm
Which of the following materials can be used for stucco lath according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
Galvanized wire mesh
What is the maximum mesh opening for woven or welded wire used as stucco lath on vertical surfaces?
1.50 mm
According to the National Building Code of Canada 2015, how far should stucco lath be held away from the backing?
6 mm
What is the maximum percentage of pigment that can be used in stucco mixes according to the National Building Code of Canada 2015?
6%
Which type of finish material requires the thickest application?
Insulating Fibreboard
Which type of finish material requires the thinnest application over continuous backing?
Plywood
Which type of finish material requires the use of nails spaced not more than 100 mm o.c. along edge supports?
Insulating Fibreboard
Which type of finish material requires the use of nails not less than 38 mm long?
Hardboard
Which type of finish material requires all edges to be supported by furring, blocking, or framing?
Particleboard
What is the maximum spacing of nails for single-layer application on a ceiling?
180 mm o.c.
Which standard should nails for fastening gypsum board to wood supports conform to?
ASTM F 1667
What is the required minimum penetration of screws for gypsum board fastening to wood supports?
30 mm
In cold weather, what is the minimum temperature that should be maintained for 48 hours prior to taping and finishing?
10°C
What is the maximum spacing of supports for plywood interior finish with no horizontal blocking?
400 mm o.c.
Which type of sheathing is required beneath stucco applied over wood-frame walls?
Sheathing shall be provided beneath stucco applied over wood-frame walls except as permitted in Article 9.28.4.2
Under what conditions should stucco lath or reinforcing be used to attach stucco to masonry?
Stucco lath or reinforcing should only be used if the masonry surface is not sound, clean and sufficiently rough to provide a good key
What is the minimum clearance above finished ground level for stucco?
200 mm
What type of flashing and caulking should be used with stucco?
Flashing and caulking should conform to Subsections 9.27.3. and 9.27.4.
What type of cement should be used for stucco?
Portland cement should conform to CSA A3001
According to Sentence (2), how should OSB or waferboard be fastened when it provides required bracing in braced wall panels?
In accordance with the fastening requirements for sheathing stated in Sentence 9.23.3.5.(2)
What is the minimum length requirement for nails used to fasten particleboard, OSB or waferboard?
38 mm casing or finishing nails
How should nails be spaced along edge supports when fastening particleboard, OSB or waferboard?
150 mm o.c. along edge supports
How should nails be spaced along intermediate supports when fastening particleboard, OSB or waferboard?
300 mm o.c. along intermediate supports
What is the purpose of edge support for particleboard, OSB or waferboard?
To fasten the edges of particleboard, OSB or waferboard
True or false: Nails for fastening particleboard, OSB or waferboard should be at least 38 mm casing or finishing nails?
True
True or false: Nails for fastening particleboard, OSB or waferboard should be spaced not more than 150 mm o.c. along edge supports?
True
True or false: Nails for fastening particleboard, OSB or waferboard should be spaced not more than 300 mm o.c. along intermediate supports?
True
True or false: OSB or waferboard should be fastened in accordance with the fastening requirements for sheathing?
True
True or false: All particleboard, OSB or waferboard edges should be supported by furring, blocking, or framing?
True
True or false: The maximum spacing of nails for single-layer application on a ceiling is 150 mm o.c.?
False
True or false: The minimum diameter of nails for stucco lath or reinforcing is 38 mm?
False
True or false: The minimum length requirement for nails used to fasten particleboard, OSB or waferboard is 38 mm?
False
True or false: The maximum spacing of furring supports for the attachment of wall and ceiling finishes is 150 mm o.c.?
False
True or false: The minimum thickness of the first coat of stucco is 38 mm?
False
Test your knowledge on the length of fasteners for gypsum board and their requirements according to Table 9.29.5.5. Explore exceptions for fire-resistance rated assemblies and learn about the adequate depths of penetration for different ratings.
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