Timber Surface Treatments and Finishes Quiz

What is the purpose of painting timber?

• To make it transparent

• To make it heavier

• To give color and protect it

• To make it softer

What type of paint allows the grain of the timber to be visible?

• Matt paint

• Translucent paint

• Opaque paint

• Glossy paint

Which type of paint finish is shiny?

• Flat

• Matt

• Silk

• Glossy

What is the main benefit of using wood stain?

• To make the wood waterproof

• To make the wood lighter

• To enhance the appearance

• To make the wood heavier

Why is varnish applied in many layers?

• To increase durability

• To make it smell nice

• To make it colorful

• To make it lighter

What is a characteristic of pressure-treated timber?

• It is softer

• It is lighter

• It is protected against rot

• It is more colorful

What is the main use of oil and wax on timber?

• To change its color

• To enhance natural appearance

• To make it heavier

• To make it transparent

What is the difference between pressure-treated and dip-treated timber?

• Dip-treated is softer

• Pressure-treated offers better protection

• Dip-treated is more colorful

• Pressure-treated is lighter

What is the purpose of an undercoat when painting timber?

• To seal the timber

• To make the paint shinier

• To make the paint dry faster

• To make the timber heavier

Which of the following is NOT a type of paint finish?

• Matt

• Glossy

• Silk

• Transparent