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Open Ended

Describe the steps you would take to prepare a surface before applying decorative effects.

Multiple Choice

Why is it important to prepare a surface correctly before producing decorative effects?

• To ensure the paint adheres well and lasts longer

• To make the process faster

• To use less paint

• To avoid using primer

Open Ended

Explain why defects such as brush marks or bittiness can spoil the finished decorative effect.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for achieving a professional decorative effect on a surface?

• Applying two coats of ground colour

• Using low tack tape to prevent damage

• Leaving brush marks due to insufficient preparation

• Ensuring the surface is patchy and uneven

Multiple Choice

Which of the following methods can be used to apply the ground coat for decorative effects?

• Brush

• Roller

• Spray

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which tool is used to produce a rag roll effect in decorative painting?

• Stipple brush

• Lint free cloth/chamois leather

• Dragging brush

• Natural sponge

Open Ended

Compare the suitability of ground coats for oil-based and water-based glazes. What should be considered when choosing the ground coat?

Multiple Choice

What is one of the additives that make up a scumble?

• Glaze

• Pigment

• Binder

• Solvent

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ingredients commonly found in oil glaze?

• Linseed oil

• Whiting (ground chalk)

• Acrylic resin

• White spirit

Open Ended

Explain how the drying time of oil glaze can be adjusted and what impact this has on its application.

Open Ended

Describe the advantages and disadvantages of using water-based glazes for decorative paint work.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be added to oil glazes to extend the drying time?

• Linseed oil

• Glycerine

• Retarder

• Water

Multiple Choice

What safety precaution is recommended when using oil glaze?

• Wear gloves

• Work in a cold room

• Use only water-based varnish

• Mix glaze with thinner

Open Ended

List two ways to protect a finished decorative effect after glazing.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following materials can be used instead of a rag for rag rolling?

• Chamois leather

• Plastic bags

• Paper

• All of the above

Multiple Choice

Which technique uses a brush to create a textured effect on a painted surface?

• Stippling

• Rag rolling

• Sponging

• Banding

Multiple Select

What are two common faults that can occur when producing a rag roll?

• Banding/Tracking

• Slip/Skiding Marks

• Wet Edge

• Peeling

Multiple Choice

Which type of sponge is suggested to give a better effect in sponge stippling?

• Natural sponge

• Synthetic sponge

• Plastic sponge

• Foam sponge

Open Ended

Why is it recommended to sponge the darkest colour first when applying two or more colours in sponge stippling?

Open Ended

What is one important step you learned today about preparing a surface for decorative effects that you would apply in your own project?