Finishes

Question 1

M
plastic dip coating

Answer 1

Any metal
Dipped into thermoplastic and left to cool
Enhance features (safety weather resistance, easy to hold)

Question 2

M
Polishing

Answer 2

Any metal
Machine or hand buffed
To enhance appearance

Question 3

M
Oiling

Answer 3

Any metal
Sprayed, Rubbed or smeared on
Prevents corrosion

Question 4

M
Painting

Answer 4

Any metal
Sprayed or brushed on
To prevent corrosion and enhance appearance

Question 5

M
Galvanising

Answer 5

iron and steel
Chemical process that coats metal in Zinc to make it rust and corrosion resistant

Question 6

W
Varnish

Answer 6

Spray or brush
protection and aesthetics

Question 7

W
Wood stain

Answer 7

All wood
Sprayed or brushed on
Gives color and brings out grain

Question 8

W
Paint

Answer 8

All wood
Brush/ sprayed on
protective coating that enhances appearance

Question 9

P
buffing/ polishing

Answer 9

buffed by wheel or hand
To remove sharp edges or static dust