CFI CFI Tools & Equipment

Question 1

What is the primary function of a pneumatic flooring stapler (cleat nailer) in hardwood installation?

Accepted Answer

Blind-fastening hardwood planks through the tongue to the subfloor

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Cutting planks to length at precise angles

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Applying adhesive beads along plank edges

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Scoring vinyl planks before snapping

Question 2

Which type of saw is best suited for making precise miter and bevel cuts in hardwood flooring transition pieces and moldings?

Accepted Answer

Compound miter saw

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Reciprocating saw

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Table saw

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Oscillating multi-tool

Question 3

A tapping block and rubber mallet are used during flooring installation to:

Accepted Answer

Gently seat tongue-and-groove planks together without damaging the edges

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Drive nails through the face of planks

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Score and snap vinyl tile

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Flatten high spots in the subfloor

Question 4

What is the purpose of a floor scraper or floor stripper machine in a flooring project?

Accepted Answer

Removing old adhesive, tile, or floor coverings from the subfloor

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Applying new adhesive evenly before installation

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Grinding high spots down to level the subfloor

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Buffing the finished floor after installation

Question 5

Which tool is used to check whether a subfloor is flat (within 3/16 inch over 10 feet) before flooring installation?

Accepted Answer

Long straightedge or 10-foot floor-flatness gauge

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Moisture meter

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Chalk line

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Spirit level (torpedo level)

Question 6

A notched trowel's primary purpose in flooring installation is to:

Accepted Answer

Spread adhesive at a controlled, uniform thickness over the subfloor

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Apply grout between tile joints

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Score resilient sheet flooring before cutting

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Mix self-leveling compound before pouring