Other Skilled Trades Painting and Coating

Question 1

What does VOC stand for in the context of paints and coatings?

Accepted Answer

Volatile Organic Compound

Answer

Volume of Coverage

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Viscosity of Coating

Answer

Variation of Color

Question 2

What is the purpose of a primer coat before applying finish paint?

Accepted Answer

To provide adhesion, seal the substrate, and improve topcoat performance

Answer

To add color to the surface

Answer

To increase the gloss level of the finish

Answer

To reduce the number of finish coats needed

Question 3

Which paint sheen level is most durable and easiest to clean, commonly used in kitchens and bathrooms?

Accepted Answer

Semi-gloss or Gloss

Answer

Flat/Matte

Answer

Eggshell

Answer

Satin

Question 4

What is the correct surface preparation step before painting bare wood trim?

Accepted Answer

Sand, prime with appropriate primer, then apply finish coats

Answer

Apply finish coat directly

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Apply two finish coats without primer

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Wet the wood before painting

Question 5

Which type of paint thinner is used with oil-based paints and alkyd coatings?

Accepted Answer

Mineral spirits or paint thinner

Answer

Water

Answer

Denatured alcohol

Answer

Acetone

Question 6

What does 'mil' mean when specifying paint coating thickness?

Accepted Answer

One-thousandth of an inch

Answer

Millimeter

Answer

Milliliter per square foot

Answer

Minimum application limit