Surface treatments

Question 1

Define painting

Answer 1

A process where a coat is sprayed directly or put with a brush.

Question 2

define varnishing

Answer 2

a shiny layer placed to protect and enhance wood

Question 3

define staining

Answer 3

enhance the natural grain of wood using a cloth or brush

Question 4

define wax

Answer 4

A seal surface that protects from dirt and gives shine.

Question 5

define oil

Answer 5

used to nourish and enhance wood colour

Question 6

define shellac

Answer 6

denatured alcohol used to give expensive furniture glossy shines

Question 7

define veneering

Answer 7

a thin layer of wood.

Question 8

State the advantages and disadvantages of painting

Answer 8

1. easy to apply.
2. protects wood.
3. improve aesthetic.

however-
1. covers the woods natural grain.
2. time consuming.
3. brush strokes.

Question 9

state the advantages and disadvantages of staining

Answer 9

1. spirit based which dries quicker.
2. enhances wood.
3. oil based which lasts longer.

however-
1.flammable.
2. must be used in a well- ventilated area.

Question 10

state the advantages and disadvantages of varnishing

Answer 10

1. waterproof.
2. attractive.
3. easy to apply
4. cheap
   however-
5. stains wood which makes it darker
6. harder to apply in summer.

Question 11

state the advantages and disadvantages of wax

Answer 11

1. gives glass shine.
   2.enhances wood.

however-
1. prone to marking if someone places hot objects.

Question 12

state the advantages and disadvantages of veneering

Answer 12

1. decorative wood which can be put on cheaper would to make it appear expensive.
2. improves properties of wood by making it tough.
   however-
3. since being a natural wood, it still needs to be finished.

Question 13

state the advantages and disadvantages of shellac

Answer 13

1. glossy.
2. dries quickly.
3. non-toxic.

however-
1. not scratch resistant.
3. easily damaged by heat and water.

Question 14

state the advantages and disadvantages of oil

Answer 14

1. good waterproofing for timber.
2. easy to apply.

however-
1. surfaces feel oily.
2. need to be reapplied.
3. less protective than other finishes.

Question 15

Benefits of surface treatments

Answer 15

1. makes product look better.
   2.makes surface water resistant.

Question 16

Define the term porous

Answer 16

means it will absorb water and grease quickly and will look dirty and damaged.