165 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the Drywall Finisher regarding tools?
Transporting tools in a tool bag or box
What is essential to do a good drywall finishing job?
Using high-quality tools
What are the basic hand tools that a Drywall Finisher usually carries?
Small tools for simple finishing operations
What should a Drywall Finisher do with tools that are worn or warped?
Repair or replace them
What is necessary for a first-class drywall finishing job?
Knowing which tools to use and how to use them
What should a Drywall Finisher never compromise on when purchasing finishing tools?
Quality
How should the Drywall Finisher care for tools furnished by the employer?
Clean and put them away at the end of each day
What is the purpose of the small tools carried by the Drywall Finisher?
To perform simple finishing operations
What is the starting kit for a beginning apprentice Drywall Finisher?
Small tools for simple finishing operations
Which trade saw a shift to using drywall finishing tools in the 1950s?
Plastering
What led to the development of many tools for the drywall finishing trade?
All of the above
What did the invention of automatic taping tools eliminate in the drywall industry?
Slow work
Why is there a standardization of terms used in the drywall finishing trade?
To simplify teaching
Who owns the small hand tools used by Drywall Finishers?
The journeyman Drywall Finisher
Where are the larger tools used in drywall finishing placed?
On the job by the contractor
What caused confusion in teaching drywall finishing due to different names for tools?
Regional differences
What division of tool ownership has been established in the drywall finishing industry?
Ownership by the journeyperson Drywall Finisher
When did the shift from conventional plastering to drywall finishing occur?
In the 1950s
Which material is commonly used to make the blade of a trowel?
Tempered high-carbon steel
What is the purpose of the sponge-rubber pad on the hawk?
To act as a cushion for the hand
What is the size of a common trowel used by Drywall Finishers?
11"x4 1/2"
What are the two different shapes of trowel blades?
Straight and curved
What is the purpose of a trowel in drywall finishing?
To apply, spread, shape, and smooth materials
What is the size of a common hawk used in drywall finishing?
13"x13"
What is the purpose of a hawk in drywall finishing?
To hold and carry compounds
Which part of the drywall finishing tool connects the blade and handle?
The mounting
What material are the handles of drywall finishing tools made of?
Wood
How are the handles fastened to the mounting?
With a lock nut
What should be considered when selecting the quality of rivets or pins?
The material of the rivets or pins
What modification does a Drywall Finisher usually make to the handle?
Filing or sanding it down
What is the purpose of modifying the handle of a drywall finishing tool?
To prevent blisters
What is the recommended approach to ensure long performance of drywall finishing tools?
Proper storage
Which type of trowel is preferred by Drywall Finishers for applying the skim coat?
Broken-in trowel
How does a curved trowel compensate for the shrinkage of filling compound in exterior corners?
By leaving extra material
What is the width of a curved trowel used by Drywall Finishers?
4 1/2 inches
How many trowels does a Drywall Finisher generally carry in their toolkit?
Two
What is the purpose of the newest trowel carried by a Drywall Finisher?
To apply the embedding coat
What is the size range of curved trowels used by Drywall Finishers?
10" to 16"
What is the approximate curve of the blade on a curved trowel used by Drywall Finishers?
5/32"
Which type of trowel is commonly used by Drywall Finishers for troweling curved surfaces like domes and curved light coves?
Pool Trowel
What is the size range of Midget Trowels used by Drywall Finishers?
7 1/2"x3" to 8"x3 3/4"
What is the key difference between a Pool Trowel and a regular trowel?
Both ends of the blade are rounded
What is the size range of Pool Trowels used by Drywall Finishers?
10"x3" to 18"x5"
What are Midget Trowels used for in drywall finishing?
Window sills, closets, and small areas requiring a level five finish
What is the handle of a Pool Trowel like?
Curved (camel back) or straight
In what situations are specialty trowels helpful for Drywall Finishers?
Certain situations and types of work
Which type of trowel is specifically designed for use behind fixtures and between pipes and duct work?
Pipe trowel
What are the different materials that mud pans can be made of?
Plastic, galvanized steel, and stainless steel
What is the most popular size of mud pan?
12" (30.5 cm) x 4" (10.2 cm)
What is the purpose of the steel edges on a plastic mud pan?
To scrape clean the blade of a joint knife
What tool is used to apply compound from the mud pan?
Joint knife
Which tool is commonly used by Drywall Finishers for troweling curved surfaces like domes and curved light coves?
Curved trowel
What are the different types of work that require different approaches in drywall finishing?
Hand taping, automatic tool taping, working as a group or individually
Which tool is commonly used by Drywall Finishers to replace the Hawk and Trowel in many areas of the country?
Mud pan
Which type of knife is commonly used by Drywall Finishers to apply, spread, shape, and smooth the various materials used in drywall finishing?
Finishing knife
What is the width range of taping knives used by Drywall Finishers?
3" to 6"
What material are the blades of finishing knives made of?
Flexible stainless steel
What is the average length of the handles of finishing knives?
7"
Which broad knives are most commonly used by Drywall Finishers?
8", 10", and 12"
What are putty knives made of?
Flexible carbon steel
What is the width range of elastic knives used by Drywall Finishers?
1 1/4" to 5"
What are the handles of putty knives made of?
Shatter-proof plastic
What is the width range of joint knives used by Drywall Finishers?
1 1/4" to 5"
What is the purpose of the hammer heads on the handles of taping and putty knives?
To set nails
Which type of corner tool is commonly used by Drywall Finishers to finish both sides of an inside corner at the same time?
Corner trowel
What is the typical length of the blades of corner tools used by applicators?
3" to 5"
What angle are the blades of a corner trowel set at?
103 degrees
What is the main material used for the blades of corner tools?
Highly flexible stainless steel
Which trade sees a high usage of inside and outside corner tools?
Veneer and Exterior Insulation Finish Systems (EIES)
What is the recommended size of a corner trowel for Drywall Finishers?
3 1/2"x 4 1/2" or 4" x 5"
What is the primary purpose of a corner tool in drywall finishing?
To finish inside corners
Which of the following is NOT a requirement of the dress code for a Drywall Finisher?
Gloves
What is the purpose of a leather belt for a Drywall Finisher?
To carry small tools
What is the material commonly used for a mud pan holder frame?
Aluminum
What is the standard size of a tape roll that can be held by a tape holder?
500' (152.4 m)
What are the two materials that tape holders can be purchased in?
Aluminum and plastic
What is the face of a drywall hammer rounded for?
To create a dimple around the nail head
What is the purpose of the serrated face of a drywall hammer?
To prevent slipping off the nail head
What is the blade of a drywall hammer used for?
Prying or jacking wallboard
What is the notch in the blade of a drywall hammer for?
Pulling nails
What is the typical weight of most drywall hammers?
Light
Which tool is essential for properly setting or seating a screw in drywall?
Phillips screwdriver
What is the primary purpose of a utility knife in drywall finishing?
Cutting gypsum wallboard
Which tool is indispensable for a Drywall Finisher when applying any type of bead?
Tin snips
Why should a screw not be driven in with a hammer in drywall installation?
It damages the metal frame
What is the important safety feature of a utility knife in drywall finishing?
Retractable blade
Which type of snips can be used by a Drywall Finisher to cut bead made of paper, plastic, or metal?
Tin snips
What are drywall screws designed with to compress the board and face paper without cutting into it?
Phillips cupped heads
Which type of aviation snips is designed for cutting curves?
Straight and combination cutting (yellow)
What material are the blades of aviation snips made of?
Molybdenum steel
What is the advantage of using aviation snips?
They are spring loaded for leverage
What is the purpose of the contoured handles on aviation snips?
To provide a better grip
Which color of aviation snips is designed for left cutting?
Red
What is the material used for the handles of aviation snips?
Vinyl
What type of cutting can the yellow aviation snips perform?
Straight cutting
Which type of sander is specifically designed for sanding inside corner joints?
Angle sander
What is the size of the sanding face of a corner sander?
4"x4 1/2"
Which type of sanding tool is becoming increasingly popular among Drywall Finishers?
Foam sanding block
What is the main difference between a long handle sander and a hand sander?
The presence of a universal joint
Which type of sanding tool is shaped at a 90-degree angle and has two sides?
Corner sander
What is the length of the handle of a long handle sander?
5'
What holds the sandpaper in place on a long handle sander?
Clamps with wing nuts
Which type of sander is constructed with a base and face pad shaped at 90 degrees?
Corner sander
What is the size of the foam sanding block?
4"x23/4" x1"
Which type of sander is not as popular as the long handle sander and hand sander?
Corner sander
Which two parts make up the power actuated dustless sanding system?
Orbital sander and vacuum unit
What is the purpose of the foam-backed sanding pads used with the orbital sander?
To provide a smooth feathered edge to seams
What percentage of dust particles can the power actuated dustless sanding system remove?
99%
What is the purpose of the dual filtration system in the vacuum unit?
To remove and capture dust particles
What type of hose is used to connect the orbital sander to the vacuum unit?
Long vacuum hose
What are the foam-backed sanding pads specifically designed for?
Sanding drywall
Which type of mixing tool is often referred to as the potato masher due to its shape?
Round head mud masher
What is the typical width of the heads of mud mashers?
5" (12.7 cm)
What are the handles of mud mashers usually made of?
Wood
What is the length range of the handles of mud mashers?
24" to 37" (61 cm to 94 cm)
What is the maximum recommended speed for power mixers?
450 r.p.m.
What is the recommended r.p.m. range for a power mixer?
200 to 300 r.p.m.
What should be attached to a power mixer to mix powder material or re-stir a pre-mix filler?
Paddle
Where should the chuck key of a power mixer be attached?
To the cord of the drill
What type of cords or tools should be used when using a power mixer?
Grounded cords or double insulated tools
What should never be done to the third prong of a plug?
Break it off
What are small tools also called?
Ornamental tools
What are the general shapes commonly used by Drywall Finishers for small tools?
Leaf and square
What is the offset of the blade in a trowel and square small tool?
3/4"
What are the small tools commonly made of?
Steel
What is the purpose of the leaf-shaped end of a leaf and square small tool?
Pointing joints
What is the purpose of an extra bucket when mixing ready-mix compounds?
To aid in the mixing process
What is the typical size of the empty five-gallon pails used for mixing dry mix compound?
Five gallons
What is the recommended condition for the empty five-gallon pails used for mixing compounds?
Thoroughly clean and free from dried compound
Who typically supplies the power mixer for Drywall Finishers?
The contractor
What is the purpose of small tools in drywall finishing?
Finishing intersections
Which tool is preferred by most Drywall Finishers because it can be bent slightly while being floated over the filing compound and can be handled at a better angle to the surface?
Slicker
Which material is a slicker typically made of?
Magnesium
What is the primary purpose of a straightedge in drywall finishing?
To achieve straight and flat surfaces
What is the typical length range of slickers used by Drywall Finishers?
3' to 4' (0.9 m to 1.2 m)
What is the typical width range of slickers used by Drywall Finishers?
6" to 8" (15.2 cm to 20.3 cm)
What is the primary difference between a slicker and a straightedge?
Slicker is rigid and does not bend
What are the two examples of instances where straightedges or rods are handy in drywall finishing?
Filling columns and floating stubborn butt joints
Which tool does a Drywall Finisher typically neglect but can be very handy in certain instances?
Straightedge
What are the two examples of instances where slickers or straightedges are handy in drywall finishing?
Filling columns and floating stubborn butt joints
Why is the slicker preferred by most Drywall Finishers over the straightedge?
It can be bent slightly while being floated over filing compound
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a tool for creating textured surfaces?
Slickers
Which of the following is a popular system of texturing widely used in North America?
Spray machine texturing
What is the recommended width of the blade for a tape rule used by a Drywall Finisher?
3/4" or 19mm
What is the length of the standard case of a tape rule?
3" or 7.6cm
What is the purpose of the end lip of a tape rule?
To provide a slot for the blade
What material should be considered when selecting a measuring tape?
Alloy-metal or impact resistant plastic
What is the recommended length of a tape rule for a Drywall Finisher?
16 feet or 5m
What is the purpose of a measuring tape for a Drywall Finisher?
To apply bead or repair holes in Gypsum board
What is the primary material used for the blade of a measuring tape?
Steel
What is the recommended width of the blade for longer tape rules?
1" or 25.4mm
Which tool is considered a necessity but can also become a convenience tool for a Drywall Finisher?
Screw gun
What should a Drywall Finisher use to clean their tools?
Drinkable water
What type of brushes and sponges are used by Drywall Finishers for cleaning tools?
Different types of brushes and sponges
Which tools are considered handy for installing a pre-cast cornice?
Drywall rasp and mitre box
What tools are considered a must for minor repairs when using automatic taping tools?
Locking pliers and wrench set
What is the primary purpose of carrying a sponge or brush in the tool bag?
Cleaning the tools
What type of line is loaded in a winder for convenience in drywall finishing?
Braided nylon line
What is the recommended approach for checking tools for wear and warping?
Check them every day
What is the recommended method for drying tools after cleaning?
Using a cloth
What is the benefit of cherishing and keeping tools for a Drywall Finisher?
Improved professionalism
Which of the following is the most commonly preferred tool bag size for Drywall Finishers?
24"x 15"
What are the essential safety items that should be carried in a Drywall Finisher's tool bag or tool box?
Safety glasses, rubber gloves, and a respirator
What is the recommended material for a heavy-duty tool bag for Drywall Finishers?
Canvas
What additional tool can easily fit in a Drywall Finisher's tool bag along with a Hawk?
Finishing trowel
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