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Timber Surface Treatments and Finishes Quiz

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is the purpose of painting timber?

a)

To make it transparent

b)

To make it heavier

c)

To give color and protect it

d)

To make it softer

2.

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

a)

Matt paint

b)

Translucent paint

c)

Opaque paint

d)

Glossy paint

3.

Which type of paint finish is shiny?

a)

Flat

b)

Matt

c)

Silk

d)

Glossy

4.

What is the main benefit of using wood stain?

a)

To make the wood waterproof

b)

To make the wood lighter

c)

To enhance the appearance

d)

To make the wood heavier

5.

Why is varnish applied in many layers?

a)

To increase durability

b)

To make it smell nice

c)

To make it colorful

d)

To make it lighter

6.

What is a characteristic of pressure-treated timber?

a)

It is softer

b)

It is lighter

c)

It is protected against rot

d)

It is more colorful

7.

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

a)

To change its color

b)

To enhance natural appearance

c)

To make it heavier

d)

To make it transparent

8.

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

a)

Dip-treated is softer

b)

Pressure-treated offers better protection

c)

Dip-treated is more colorful

d)

Pressure-treated is lighter

9.

What is the purpose of an undercoat when painting timber?

a)

To seal the timber

b)

To make the paint shinier

c)

To make the paint dry faster

d)

To make the timber heavier

10.

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

a)

Matt

b)

Glossy

c)

Silk

d)

Transparent

11.

What is a common use for pressure-treated timber?

a)

Clothing

b)

Indoor furniture

c)

Garden fences

d)

Paper production

12.

What does varnish provide to timber?

a)

A colorful pattern

b)

A soft texture

c)

A lighter weight

d)

A shiny appearance

13.

What is a benefit of using wood stain on pine?

a)

Makes it waterproof

b)

Makes it look like hardwood

c)

Makes it softer

d)

Makes it lighter

14.

What is the main reason for using oil on kitchen worktops?

a)

To make them heavier

b)

To repel water

c)

To make them transparent

d)

To make them colorful

15.

What is the main advantage of pressure-treated timber over dip-treated timber?

a)

It is softer

b)

It offers deeper protection

c)

It is more colorful

d)

It is cheaper