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WorksheetsPPSHS -10 CON - Tiling
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 3mins
When tiling a wall, why is it important to first mark a level 'datum line'?
To ensure all joints are even
To ensure tiles are perfectly plumb
To fix level starting baton
All answers above
In the image shown, what is the name of the tool being used to spread the tile adhesive?
Float
Notched trowel
Tiling trowel
Adhesive applicator
When mixing 'grout' to fill the spaces between tiles, what is the preferred consistency?
Quite stiff
Very runny
Toothpaste
How ever it comes
What is the name of the equipment shown?
Spacer
Spreader
Joint
Leveler
Which type of tile listed below is NOT usually used for covering walls?
Ceramic
Slate
Terracotta
Concrete
What is the tool in the picture used for?
Measuring tile thickness
Cutting tiles to size
Spreading adhesive on tiles
Not used in tiling
When applying tile adhesive, what is the main purpose of the ridges in the adhesive?
Saves on adhesive
Prevents moisture form 'popping' the tile
Allows the adhesive to 'breathe'
Makes it easier to rub the tiles down level
What step in the tiling process is been undertaken in the image shown?
Cleaning
Polishing
Leveling
Grouting
Using variously coloured and closely set tiles to decorate a surface with a design is called .....
A mosaic
Tile patterning
Imagery
Tile setting
Which formula would you use to calculate the number of tiles required to cover a concrete floor?
Length x Width x Height
Length x Width
2 x Length + Width
1/2 Width x 1/2 Height
