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Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which brand is most commonly specified for Type IP Portland-Pozzolan cement in DPWH projects?
Republic Cement
Holcim
Cemex
Taiheiyo
Which admixture brand is known for high-range water reduction in hot Philippine climates?
MasterRheobuild by BASF
Sika ViscoCrete
Fosroc Conplast SP430
Bostik FlowMix
Which cement brand offers a blended product with fly ash and is marketed for sustainability in the Philippines?
Holcim Excel
Republic Type 1
Cemex Rizal
Taiheiyo EcoMix
Which is a common mistake when specifying concrete strength for footings under NSCP 2015?
Using 21 MPa for isolated footings
Specifying 28 MPa for all structural elements
Ignoring curing time in mix design
Using Type II cement for slabs
Which brand is known for self-leveling concrete toppings used in Philippine malls and airports?
Ardex
Sika Level
Bostik SL C600
Mapei Ultraplan
Which AAC block brand is locally available and used in green buildings in the Philippines?
SmartBlock
Hebel
Ytong
BuildBlock
Which is a common error when using CHB in PD 1096-compliant walls?
Using 4-inch blocks for exterior walls
Omitting vertical rebars
Using mortar with sand only
Applying skim coat before curing
Which brand offers waterproofing additives for mortar in masonry walls?
Sika
Bostik
Mapei
Boysen Plexibond
Which wall system is promoted for rapid deployment in Philippine social housing projects?
Precast concrete panels
Steel stud drywall
Modular EPS panels
CHB with plaster finish
Which brand is known for fire-rated gypsum boards in commercial buildings in the Philippines?
USG Boral
Knauf
Elephant
Gyproc
Which engineered wood brand is commonly used for exterior cladding in Philippine resorts?
HardieFlex
Shera
Matimco
Wilcon WoodPlank
Which is a misleading assumption about Matimco products?
All products are solid wood
Some are engineered
Available in modular kits
Used in high-end homes
Which brand offers pre-finished wood flooring with UV coating in the Philippines?
Pergo
Matimco
Kronotex
Armstrong
Which cladding material is most prone to warping in the humid Philippine climate?
PVC panels
Fiber cement boards
Natural wood planks
Aluminum composite panels
Which brand is known for wood sealers and stains in the Philippines?
Boysen
Hudson
Davies
Minwax
Which insulation brand is commonly used in BPO ceilings for acoustic control in the Philippines?
Owens Corning
Rockwool
Isover
Armstrong
Which is a common mistake when installing torch-on membranes in the Philippines?
Applying on damp surfaces
Using primer before torching
Overlapping 100 mm
Using flame-retardant sheets
Which brand offers reflective roof coatings for warehouses in the Philippines?
Boysen Cool Shades
Davies Sun & Rain
ElastoSeal
SikaCool
Which roofing brand is known for stone-coated metal tiles in the Philippines?
Decra
Onduline
Puyat Steel
ColorRoof
Which waterproofing brand is commonly used for basement tanking in the Philippines?
SikaProof
Bostik Aquabloc
Mapei Idrosilex
Fosroc Brushbond
Which paint brand offers anti-bacterial coatings for hospitals in the Philippines?
Davies Bio-Fresh
Boysen Healthy Home
Nippon VirusGuard
Welcoat Medicoat
Which is a common error when applying epoxy floor coatings in the Philippines?
Not grinding the substrate
Using primer coat
Applying in two layers
Using roller application
Which brand is known for tile adhesives in high-rise condominiums in the Philippines?
ABC Tile Adhesive
Bostik
Mapei Keraflex
Davies GripBond
Which brand offers elastomeric wall coatings suited for tropical rains in the Philippines?
Boysen ElastiKote
Davies Roofshield
Welcoat Flexiguard
Nippon Weatherbond
Which is a misleading assumption about Davies paints?
All products are water-based
Some are solvent-based
Offers epoxy coatings
Available in Philippine hardware stores
Which sealant brand is preferred for glass curtain walls in high-rise buildings in the Philippines?
Dow Corning
SikaFlex
Bostik Seal N Flex
ABC Sealant
Which fastener brand is known for stainless steel screws suitable for coastal zones in the Philippines?
Buildrite
Simpson Strong-Tie
Elco
PowerSteel
Which brand is commonly used for expansion joint fillers in Philippine commercial buildings?
Fosroc Expancel
Sika Emseal
Bostik FlexiGap
Mapei JointSeal
Which is a common mistake when installing anchor bolts in concrete foundations?
Using epoxy without cleaning the hole
Drilling deeper than required
Using stainless steel bolts
Applying torque after curing
Which brand offers chemical anchors widely used in PH structural retrofitting?
Hilti HIT
Fischer FIS
Powers Fasteners
Sika AnchorFix
Which steel brand is most commonly used for NSCP-compliant rebars in Philippine high-rise construction?
Pag-asa Steel
Capitol Steel
SteelAsia
PowerSteel
Which is a common mistake when specifying structural steel sections in Philippine practice?
Using ASTM A36 for wide flange beams
Specifying ungalvanized steel for exterior use
Using metric dimensions in shop drawings
Referring to British standards in NSCP projects
Which brand is known for pre-painted long-span roofing in Philippine industrial buildings?
Puyat Steel
DN Steel
ColorRoof
Union Galvasteel
Which metal product is commonly used for fire-rated door frames in Philippine commercial buildings?
Galvanized steel
Stainless steel
Aluminum
Cold-rolled steel
Which is a misleading assumption about stainless steel in coastal projects?
Grade 304 is corrosion-proof
Grade 316 is better for salt exposure
Stainless steel still requires maintenance
Not all stainless steel is marine-grade
Which tile adhesive brand is preferred for large-format tiles in Philippine malls?
ABC Tile Adhesive Heavy Duty
Bostik UltraGrip
Mapei Keraflex Maxi
Davies GripBond Plus
Which is a common mistake when installing vinyl flooring in PH humid environments?
Not using moisture barrier
Applying adhesive with notched trowel
Using heat gun for seams
Installing over smooth concrete
Which brand offers anti-slip ceramic tiles for PH wet zones like kitchens and toilets?
Mariwasa
Eurotile
Niro Granite
Machuca
Which is a misleading assumption about Machuca tiles?
All tiles are handmade
Some designs are digitally printed
Tiles are suitable for outdoor use
Available in heritage patterns
Which brand is known for epoxy terrazzo flooring systems in PH commercial interiors?
Flowcrete
Sika
Bostik
ABC Chemcoat
Which glass brand is commonly specified for tempered safety glass in PH high-rise buildings?
Asahi
AGC
PVB Glass
Saint-Gobain
Which is a common mistake when specifying acoustic panels for PH offices?
Using fabric panels without backing
Installing panels on concrete walls
Using ceiling tiles for wall absorption
Ignoring NRC ratings
Which brand offers modular acoustic ceiling systems in PH BPO interiors?
Armstrong
USG
Knauf
Rockfon
Which glazing system is preferred for frameless glass partitions in PH commercial interiors?
Patch fitting system
Stick curtain wall
Spider system
Unitized glazing
Which brand is known for laminated acoustic glass used in PH conference rooms?
Saint-Gobain
Asahi
AGC
PVB Glass
Which brand offers VOC-free paints certified by BERDE and LEED in the Philippines?
Boysen KNOxOUT
Davies Bio-Fresh
Welcoat EcoGuard
Nippon Odour-less
Which is a common mistake when specifying solar reflective materials in PH roofs?
Ignoring SRI values
Using white paint instead of coating
Applying over rusted metal
Using elastomeric paint
Which brand offers recycled plastic panels for PH interior partitions?
Envirotech
Green Antz
EcoNest
SmartBlock
Which insulation material is made from recycled paper and used in PH green buildings?
Cellulose fiber
Rockwool
EPS
Polyurethane foam
Which brand is known for carbon-neutral cement products in the Philippines?
Holcim
Republic
Cemex
Taiheiyo
