Interior Design Materials & Finishes Flashcards

Which flooring material is produced by pressing layers of wood veneer together with adhesive under heat and pressure?

Answer: Engineered hardwood

Engineered hardwood consists of a real wood veneer top layer bonded over multiple plywood layers, offering greater dimensional stability than solid wood.

A Janka hardness rating is used to measure which property of flooring materials?

Answer: Resistance to denting and wear

The Janka hardness test measures the force required to embed a steel ball into wood, indicating its resistance to dents and surface wear.

Which countertop material is non-porous, heat-resistant, and composed of natural quartz crystals bound with resin?

Answer: Engineered quartz

Engineered quartz (e.g., Silestone, Caesarstone) is manufactured from 90–95% ground quartz and polymer resins, creating a non-porous, low-maintenance surface.

In textile specification, what does the term 'double rub count' measure?

Answer: Fabric abrasion resistance and durability

Double rub count measures how many back-and-forth cycles a fabric withstands before showing wear, with 30,000+ considered heavy-duty commercial grade.

Which paint finish is most appropriate for high-traffic areas such as hallways, kitchens, and trim due to its durability and cleanability?

Answer: Semi-gloss

Semi-gloss paint offers a durable, moisture-resistant finish that is easily wiped clean, making it ideal for trim, kitchens, and bathrooms.

Terrazzo flooring is composed of which materials?

Answer: Marble or granite chips set in cement or epoxy

Terrazzo consists of chips of marble, quartz, granite, or glass poured with a cement or epoxy binder, then ground and polished to a smooth finish.