Flooring Quiz

Name 2 types of floor.

• Solid and hollow

• Carpet and tile

• Wood and laminate

• Concrete and vinyl

What is DPM and what does it prevent?

• Damp Proof Membrane, prevents moisture

• Dry Proof Material, prevents heat

• Damp Prevention Method, prevents cold

• Dry Protection Membrane, prevents dust

What needs to be maintained in a hollow floor to prevent dry rot?

• Moisture

• Ventilation

• Insulation

• Temperature

State 2 floor coverings for solid floors.

• Carpet and wood

• Tile and laminate

• Vinyl and tile

• Concrete and carpet

Where would you find a sleeper wall?

• In a basement

• Under a hollow floor

• In an attic

• Behind a fireplace

How is heat loss/transferral prevented in floors?

• Using insulation

• Adding ventilation

• Increasing thickness

• Applying paint

Why are herring bone struts preferred over solid struts?

• They are cheaper

• They provide better support

• They are easier to install

• They look better

What is the purpose of a ‘restraint strap’?

• To hold insulation in place

• To prevent wall movement

• To secure floorboards

• To attach tiles