Fasteners, Adhesives and Sealants

Question 0

Which is nail is commonly used for formwork and bracing?

Answer 0

Duplex

Question 1

Which finish is best suited for a fastener intended for constant exterior use?

Answer 1

Electro-Galvanized

Question 2

Which nail meant for exterior use has an oval head?

Answer 2

Oval Headed Siding Nail

Question 3

Which nail is the best choice to apply underlay flooring materials?

Answer 3

Ring shank

Question 4

What 3 characteristics are designated for screws?

Answer 4

1. Gauge
2. Length
3. Type of head

Question 5

What is the common shape of a drywall screw head?

Answer 5

Bugle

Question 6

What is one major difference between wood and sheet metal screws?

Answer 6

Wood - smooth shank;

Sheet metal - sharper point

Question 7

Which fastener has screw threads at one end and machine threads at the other end?

Answer 7

Hanger bolt

Question 8

What is the distinguishing feature of a carriage bolt?

Answer 8

Round domed head and short square shank.

Question 9

What is the one thing that is critical to the proper performance of most anchors?

Answer 9

The proper sized hole

Question 10

Which type of anchor wedges tighter as it is withdrawn?

Answer 10

Wedge/sleeve (quick bolt) anchor

Question 11

Which adhesive is assembled after it is dry to the touch?

Answer 11

Contact cement

Question 12

What is a characteristic of acoustical sealant?

Answer 12

Remains flexible and does not dry or harden

Question 13

What is the principal ingredient of contact cement?

Answer 13

Latex or rubber

Question 14

Which finish has a natural, uncoated steel?

Answer 14

Bright

Question 15

Which finish has a heat-treated to form a thin bluish oxide surface film?

Answer 15

Blued

Question 16

Which finish has been electrically plated with a think later of rust-inhibiting zinc?

Answer 16

Electro-galvanized

Question 17

Which finish has a hot dipped process that leaves a heavy layer of zinc. Provides excellent corrosion resistance.

Answer 17

Hot galvanized

Question 18

Which finish is a heat treatment that hardens steel?

Answer 18

Tempered

Question 19

Which finish has been chemically treated on its surface. Increasing corrosion resistance and holding power.

Answer 19

Phosphate coated.

Question 20

Which finish is steel, nickel and chrome alloy; used in severe or corrosive conditions.

Answer 20

Stainless steel

Question 21

Nails hold better in hardwoods. T or F

Answer 21

T

Question 22

A technique used to reduce splitting is to ____ the nail end, which crushes rather than splits the fibres.

Answer 22

Blunt

Question 23

A _____ ______ has a thick shank with a flat head and is widely used for interior and exterior carpentry.
Standard finishes: bright and hot galvanized.

Answer 23

Common

Question 24

_____ ______ are made from spiral wire, are used to increase holding power. These are more resistant loosening from shock loads and vibration. Standard finishes: bright, phosphate-coated and hot galvanized.

Answer 24

Spiral

Question 25

____ nails are used for general construction and framing. Thinner than common nails. Thinner shaft reduces splitting in softwoods. Standard finishes: bright, electro galvanized, hot galvanized, phosphate coated.

Answer 25

Box

Question 26

A _____ has a thin shank, small round head and a flat top is easy to conceal when used for mouldings and trim. Standard fin: bright and galvanized

Answer 26

Finish

Question 27

A ______ nail has a larger shank than a finishing nail. The head is tapered, providing good holding strength while allowing for easy concealment when used for exterior trim. Standard finish: hot galvanized

Answer 27

Casing

Question 28

___ _____ nails are short and have thick, slightly barbed or fluted shafts to give superior holder power in structural lumber. Standard finishes: bright, electro galvanized and hot galvanized

Answer 28

Joist hanger

Question 29

____ ____ have a thin, annular ringed shank with a small head. They come in a variety of lengths and color to match pre-finished panel products being installed. They come painted.

Answer 29

Panel

Question 30

_____ is used mostly with solid wood or composite material siding. It has a large shank and an oval head, which allows it to be driven tight without marring the surface. Standard finishes: hot galvanized

Answer 30

Siding

Question 31

______ roofing nails have a short thick shank and a large head, which prevents them from pulling through the relatively soft roofing materials. They are also used when installing vinyl siding. Standard finish: electro galvanized

Answer 31

Roofing

Question 32

_____ nails commonly have a straight fluted or spiral shank. They are usually hardened to drive easily in hard wood flooring materials with minimal bending. Standard finish: tempered

Answer 32

Flooring

Question 33

The _______ nail has a medium shank, a large thin flat head and annular rings , which greatly increases holding power and reduces nail popping. Standard: electro-galvanized

Answer 33

Drywall

Question 34

____ are available in various sizes and are commonly used to nail PARTICLEBOARD, plywood and other underlay material over existing plywood floors. The a ringed shaft that provides excellent holding power. Finished: bright

Answer 34

Ring shank

Question 35

____ are hardened for use in fastening lumber to concrete or masonry work. They have large shanks are are usually grooved or twisted. Standard finish: tempered

Answer 35

Concrete (masonry)

Question 36

The ____ the gauge size number for nails, the thicker the screw shank.

Answer 36

Higher

Question 37

Adhesives are categorized in three basic types. What are they?

Answer 37

Natural Synthetic (non-reactive) Synthetic (reactive)

Question 38

_____ glue is made from the hides or bones of animals. Commonly used for veneer king, assembly gluing and other operations.

Answer 38

Hide

Question 39

_____ glue us made from a protein in milk. Well suited to gluing oily woods such a steak, yew and pitch pine.

Answer 39

Casein

Question 40

______ is a white or yellow, ready mixed glue used by most woodworkers to edge and face glue most woods.

Answer 40

Polyvinyl acetate (PVA)

Question 41

_____ _____ is available as rubber or latex-based products. Ideal for bonding plastic laminates.

Answer 41

Contact cement

Question 42

___ ___ Glue us powder glue that must be mixed with water. Usually dark in color, but does not stain wood. Great for exterior projects or where moister is a problem.

Answer 42

Plastic resin

Question 43

_____ glues are two-part mixes ofresin and powdered catalyst. Usually dark reddish. They are waterproof and are excellent for marine and outside furniture.

Answer 43

Resorcinol

Question 44

____ glues are two-part liquid (resin and hardener). Excellent for bonding dissimilar materials or hardware.

Answer 44

Epoxy

Question 45

Mastics are heavy consistency compounds that remain adhesive and pliable with age. T or F

Answer 45

T

Question 46

Roofing cements are cold and hot application, asphalt based materials are repair of residential and built up roofing. T or F

Answer 46

T

Question 47

Caulking a are often referred to as being _____

Answer 47

Elastomeric (Ability to return to original shape)

Question 48

Tub and tile caulking had additives that inhibit the growth of _____ and _____.

Answer 48

Moulds and mildews

Question 49

Exterior caulking has additives that slows the destructive effects of the suns ultraviolet rays. T or F

Answer 49

T

Question 50

Silicon is a long lasting culling that remains flexible after curing. It _____ be painted, but special ones which can be _____ are available.

Answer 50

Cannot | Painted

Question 51

Silicon has excellent resistance to heat, moisture and chemicals. T or F

Answer 51

T

Question 52

Acrylic caulking cannot be painted. T or F

Answer 52

F. It can be painted

Question 53

Latex caulk is easy to work with and to clean up. T or F

Answer 53

T

Question 54

Latex caulk does not clean up with water when wet, but is not very resistant to water once it has cured. T or F

Answer 54

F. It cleans well with water but very resistant to water after it's cured

Question 55

_____ _____ Is a rubber based material that performs well in dealing between dissimilar materials.

Answer 55

Butyl caulking

Question 56

_____ _____ is recommended caulking for preserved wood foundations. Remains flexible after curing and is sticky.

Answer 56

Butyl

Question 57

____ _____ is used to fill gals that are too large for conventional caulking materials.

Answer 57

Polyurethane foam

Question 58

Insert a backing rod if the joint is wider than ____

Answer 58

1/4 " (6 mm)

Question 59

Which hollow wall anchor cannot be reattached to after it is disassembled.?

Answer 59

Toggle bolt

Question 60

What are the 3 basic categories of adhesives?

Answer 60

Natural Synthetic reactive Synthetic non-reactive

Question 61

What is polyvinyl acetate glue (PVC) commonly known as?

Answer 61

White or yellow carpenters glue

Question 62

Which glue requires both surface to be coated and allowed to dry before adhering?

Answer 62

Contact cement

Question 63

Which glue require application in a special pattern so that air is not trapped behind the material?

Answer 63

Panel glue

Question 64

Panel adhesives are available in tube and bulk for wood or plastic (tub surround) panels. T or F

Answer 64

T

Question 65

What is a powder and water mix adhesive that is an excellent choice for gluing outdoor furniture.

Answer 65

Plastic (urea) resin

Question 66

What designation will be on the label of caulking that has additives to prevent moulds and mildew from forming?

Answer 66

Tub and tile

Question 67

What is the base material for butyl caulking?

Answer 67

Rubber

Question 68

Installing caulking properly involves a ______ motion with the caulking gun.

Answer 68

Pushing

Question 69

Which type of bolt is used with an expansion shield?

Answer 69

Lag

Question 70

Describe a common nail?

Answer 70

Thick shank,flat head, bright or galvanized finish

Question 71

Describe a drywall nail?

Answer 71

Large think flat head and annual ring shank

Question 72

Contact cement is rubber or latex based. T or f

Answer 72

T

Question 73

Which bolt has very coarse steep threads?

Answer 73

Lag