CID CID Textiles and Finishes Specification 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: In commercial carpet specification, what does the CRI (Carpet and Rug Institute) Green Label Plus certification indicate?
- The carpet meets minimum abrasion resistance standards
- The carpet has been tested for low VOC emissions, qualifying for LEED credits (Correct answer)
- The carpet is made from 100% recycled materials
- The carpet meets slip resistance requirements for ADA compliance
Correct answer: The carpet has been tested for low VOC emissions, qualifying for LEED credits
CRI Green Label Plus certifies that carpet products meet stringent VOC emission limits, supporting indoor air quality and qualifying for LEED for Schools and LEED BD+C credits.
Question 2: What does 'pattern repeat' mean in textile specification and why is it important for yardage calculation?
- The number of colors in the fabric design
- The vertical and horizontal distance before a woven or printed pattern repeats, affecting how much extra yardage is needed for matching (Correct answer)
- The thread count per square inch of woven fabric
- The number of times a fabric can be cleaned before pattern fading
Correct answer: The vertical and horizontal distance before a woven or printed pattern repeats, affecting how much extra yardage is needed for matching
Pattern repeat is the distance after which a woven or printed design repeats itself; larger repeats require extra yardage for matching at seams and cuts.
Question 3: Which natural stone finish is most appropriate for high-traffic commercial floors due to its slip-resistant texture?
- Polished
- Honed
- Flamed (thermal) (Correct answer)
- Brushed
Correct answer: Flamed (thermal)
A flamed (thermal) finish is created by exposing stone to high heat, producing a coarse, highly textured surface that provides excellent slip resistance for floor applications.
Question 4: What does the term 'cut pile' describe in carpet construction?
- A carpet with loops of yarn that remain uncut at the top surface
- A carpet construction where loops are cut, creating free-standing yarn ends that form the pile surface (Correct answer)
- A carpet installation method using a tack-strip perimeter
- A modular carpet tile with a pre-cut backing
Correct answer: A carpet construction where loops are cut, creating free-standing yarn ends that form the pile surface
Cut pile carpet has its yarn loops cut during manufacturing, producing upright yarn ends that create a soft, plush pile surface such as velvet or saxony styles.
Question 5: Which wall covering grade is designated for healthcare, hospitality, and high-traffic commercial applications per the Wallcovering Association standards?
- Type I
- Type II (Correct answer)
- Type III
- Residential grade
Correct answer: Type II
Type II wall covering is the standard for commercial applications including healthcare and hospitality, with a minimum weight of 20 oz per linear yard and high abrasion resistance.
Question 6: What is the purpose of specifying 'antimicrobial treatment' on healthcare interior textiles and surfaces?
- It makes fabrics fire-resistant for code compliance
- It inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew on surfaces, supporting infection control in healthcare environments (Correct answer)
- It adds UV protection to prevent fabric fading from window exposure
- It increases the tensile strength of the fabric for durability
Correct answer: It inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew on surfaces, supporting infection control in healthcare environments
Antimicrobial treatments on healthcare textiles and surfaces inhibit microbial growth, supporting infection prevention protocols and maintaining hygienic environments.
CID CID Textiles and Finishes Specification 2
In commercial carpet specification, what does the CRI (Carpet and Rug Institute) Green Label Plus certification indicate?