Wood Shingles & Shakes, Part I - Roof Coverings Flashcards
What is the primary difference between a wood shingle and a wood shake?
A) Shingles are machine-cut, while shakes are split
B) Shakes are machine-cut, while shingles are split
C) Shingles are always thicker than shakes
D) Shakes are only used for siding, not roofing
Answer: A) Shingles are machine-cut, while shakes are split
Which type of wood is most commonly used for wood shingles and shakes?
A) Oak
B) Cedar
C) Maple
D) Birch
Answer: B) Cedar
What is the typical number of overlapping layers for wood shingles?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
Answer: C) 3
What is the typical number of overlapping layers for wood shakes?
A) 1
B) 2
C) 3
D) 4
Answer: B) 2
Why should wooden roofs generally not be walked on during inspection?
A) They are expensive to repair
B) They are easily damaged and slippery when wet
C) They have a short lifespan
D) They are too soft to support any weight
Answer: B) They are easily damaged and slippery when wet
Which grain pattern provides the highest quality wood shingles?
A) Flat grain
B) Sash grain
C) Edge grain
D) Horizontal grain
Answer: C) Edge grain
How much spacing should be left between wood shingles to allow for swelling?
A) 1/16-inch to 1/8-inch
B) 1/8-inch to 3/8-inch
C) 3/8-inch to 5/8-inch
D) No spacing is required
Answer: B) 1/8-inch to 3/8-inch
How much spacing should be left between wood shakes to allow for swelling?
A) 1/16-inch to 1/8-inch
B) 1/8-inch to 3/8-inch
C) 3/8-inch to 5/8-inch
D) No spacing is required
Answer: C) 3/8-inch to 5/8-inch
Which type of sheathing is preferred for wood shingle and shake installations in humid climates?
A) Plywood sheathing
B) OSB (Oriented Strand Board)
C) Skip sheathing or planks
D) Fiberglass underlayment
Answer: C) Skip sheathing or planks
What is the minimum recommended roof slope for installing wood shakes?
A) 2:12
B) 3:12
C) 4:12
D) 5:12
Answer: C) 4:12
What is required under each course of wood shakes for weather protection?
A) A double layer of shingles
B) A layer of roofing felt (interlayment)
C) A layer of metal flashing
D) A vapor barrier
Answer: B) A layer of roofing felt (interlayment)
What type of fasteners should be used for securing wood shingles and shakes?
A) Galvanized or corrosion-resistant fasteners
B) Aluminum nails only
C) Plastic-coated staples
D) Glue and nails
Answer: A) Galvanized or corrosion-resistant fasteners
How far from the edge of a shingle should fasteners be placed?
A) No less than ¼-inch
B) No less than ½-inch
C) No less than ¾-inch
D) No less than 1-inch
Answer: C) No less than ¾-inch
Which of the following factors improves the longevity of a wood shingle or shake roof?
A) Installing it on a low-slope roof
B) Using tight-grain wood
C) Placing shingles with no spacing
D) Applying an extra layer of felt underlayment
Answer: B) Using tight-grain wood
