Interior Design Interior Design Materials & Finishes 3

Question 1

What is the primary advantage of using porcelain tile over ceramic tile in interior applications?

Accepted Answer

Greater density, lower water absorption, and increased durability

Answer

Lower cost

Answer

Softer feel underfoot

Answer

Easier installation process

Question 2

Which wood finish penetrates the wood grain rather than forming a surface film, enhancing the natural texture while providing protection?

Accepted Answer

Oil/wax finish

Answer

Polyurethane

Answer

Lacquer

Answer

Conversion varnish

Question 3

In paint specification, LRV stands for which metric used in interior design?

Accepted Answer

Light Reflectance Value

Answer

Lateral Reflective Value

Answer

Lumens per Relative Viewing distance

Answer

Low-Resistance Varnish

Question 4

Which metal finish applied to fixtures and hardware is most resistant to tarnishing, fingerprints, and everyday wear in kitchen and bath applications?

Accepted Answer

Brushed nickel

Answer

Polished chrome

Answer

Oil-rubbed bronze

Answer

Polished brass

Question 5

What does the CE (Coefficient of Friction) rating on tile specify for interior designers?

Accepted Answer

Slip resistance of the tile surface

Answer

Color evenness across a tile batch

Answer

Chemical resistance to cleaning agents

Answer

Carbon emissions during manufacturing

Question 6

Which sustainable certification assesses building materials for environmental and health impacts across their full life cycle?

Accepted Answer

Declare/Living Product

Answer

LEED

Answer

WELL

Answer

Energy Star