Painting and Decorating Practices

Questions and Answers

If you are bidding on a job that is similar to a job you completed 6 months ago and you are planning to use the same materials, what should be your bid for the materials?

Re-work the entire bid; prices for materials may change even in a short amount of time.

When should you apply a seaming roller?

Immediately, the adhesive should set for 10 to 15 minutes and then the seam should be rolled from top to bottom.

Where should you keep the brooms on a job site?

In a safe place to get.

Which of the following is the most flammable?

Shellac Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest dollar value for a promotional gift given by a salesperson?

$5 Signup and view all the answers

What solvent can be used for acrylic paint?

Water Signup and view all the answers

How many rungs of a ladder must be over the edge of a roof?

3 rungs Signup and view all the answers

How should you apply polyurethane finish to an oak door?

Brush it across the grain and finish by brushing it with the grain. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following knives is used for window glazing?

Glazier's knife Signup and view all the answers

What is the best material to fill in a crack in the corner of an interior wall?

Spackle Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum amount of asbestos that may be removed before DOSH is notified?

100 square feet Signup and view all the answers

What does back priming mean?

To seal the back side; applying a coat of paint to the backside of exterior siding/trim. Signup and view all the answers

What do you do with the remains after you have washed latex paint brushes with water?

Evaporate the liquids and throw the remaining solids in the trash. Signup and view all the answers

What do you paint first when painting a panel door?

Inside molded space Signup and view all the answers

Before sealing new plaster, when should you check for moisture?

Just before sealing Signup and view all the answers

How do you check for moisture in concrete and plaster?

Tape a small sheet of clear plastic to the surface and wait 24 hours. Signup and view all the answers

A 1/4 scale refers to:

4'=1'' scale on a plan Signup and view all the answers

When painting a window with a wood sash how far from the sash should the tape be placed?

1/16'' Signup and view all the answers

What will likely happen if a crack in a stucco wall is filled with silicone caulk?

The paint will not cover. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following improves the opacity of paint?

Pigment Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the materials if you are done with them?

Move them out of the way to keep the area clean, uncluttered and safe. Signup and view all the answers

What is most important when choosing what type of brush to use?

The type of material and surface to be covered. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best way to repair a 2'' hole in drywall?

Cover with joint tape and a coat of compound. Signup and view all the answers

How should you dispose of hazardous materials?

According to the EPA and local requirements. Signup and view all the answers

How should you load a 10' ladder into a truck bed?

Place it in the bed and if it extends out from the truck, place a red cloth to signify the hazard. Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason to cover concrete with plastic sheeting before applying a sealer?

To check the moisture content. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do with used rags?

Soak them in a container of water until they can be disposed of properly. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the best for applying paint on a rough stucco surface?

Roller Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the best material to coat a wood deck?

Spar Varnish Signup and view all the answers

Where is efflorescence found?

Concrete and masonry surfaces. Signup and view all the answers

What is efflorescence?

A white powdery residue on the surface of concrete or masonry caused by evaporation of moisture. Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step after using a chemical stripper on a door?

Rinse it. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Bidding and Pricing

Re-evaluate the entire bid for materials, as prices may fluctuate even in six months.
Maximum promotional gift value by a salesperson is $5, provided it is not conditional for contract signing.

Application Techniques

A seaming roller should be applied immediately after adhesive sets for 10 to 15 minutes, rolling from top to bottom.
When painting a panel door, start with the inner edges surrounding the panels, then paint the panels. Paint the vertical stile first if present, followed by horizontal members.

Job Site Safety and Equipment

Keep brooms in a designated area for easy access to ensure a clean job site.
Ladders must extend at least 3 feet over the edge of a roof for safety.

Combustible Materials

Shellac is the most flammable among the options, with a flash point of 55°F, compared to turpentine (95°F) and mineral spirits (140°F).

Paint and Solvents

Water is an acceptable solvent for cleaning acrylic and latex paints.
Spackle is ideal for filling small cracks and holes in plaster and drywall.
Rollers are best for applying paint on rough stucco surfaces.

Hazardous Materials and Disposal

No more than 100 square feet of asbestos can be removed without notifying DOSH.
Dispose of hazardous materials per EPA and local guidelines; soak used rags in water until disposal.

Moisture and Sealing

Check for moisture just before sealing new plaster; use clear plastic taped to surfaces for testing moisture in concrete and plaster.
Cover concrete with plastic sheeting prior to applying a sealer to assess moisture content.

Repair Techniques

To repair a 2-inch hole in drywall, cover with joint tape and compound, feathering the edges and sanding after 24 hours.
Silicone caulk in stucco cracks may prevent paint adhesion.

Surface Treatments and Finishes

For wood doors, apply polyurethane finish by brushing across the grain first, then with the grain for the final coat.
Spar Varnish is recommended for coating wood decks.

Efflorescence

Found on concrete and masonry surfaces, efflorescence is a white, powdery residue resulting from moisture evaporation, which carries soluble salts to the surface.

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