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Which finish is best suited for fasteners intended for constant exterior use?
Hot galvanized
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Which nail is commonly used for form-work and bracing?
Duplex
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Which nail, meant for exterior use, has an oval head?
Siding
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Which nail is the best choice to apply underlay flooring materials?
Ring shank
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What 3 characteristics are designated for screws?
- 1. Gauge (width)
- 2. LengthÂ
- 3. Type of head
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What is the common shape of a drywall screw head?
Bugle
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What is the major difference between wood and sheet metal screws?
- Sheet metal has very sharp point
- Wood has a smooth shank
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Which fastener has screw threads at one end and machine threads at the other end?
Hanger bolt
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What is the distinguishing feature of a carriage bolt?
Round, dome head with a short, square shank which sinks to prevent turning
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What is the one thing that is critical to the proper performance of most anchors?
Increase holding power by increasing friction or pressure
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Which type of anchor wedges tighter as it is withdrawn?
Wedge/sleeve anchor
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Which hollow wall anchor can NOT be reattached to after it is disassembled?
Toggle bolt
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What are the 3 basic categories of adhesives?
- 1. Natural
- 2. Synthetic (non-reactive)
- 3. Synthetic (reactive)
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What is polyvinyl (PV) acetate glue commonly known as?
White or yellow wood working glue (carpentry glue)
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Which glue requires both surfaces to be coated and allowed to dry before adhering?
Contact cement
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Which glue requires application in a special pattern so that the air is not trapped behind the material?
Panel adhesives
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What is a powder and water mix adhesive that is an excellent choice for gluing outdoor furniture?
Plastic (urea) resin
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Which non-hardening sealant is often used to stop the passage of sound and air?
Acoustical sealant
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What is the property of having the ability to return to its original shape after distortion called?
Elastomeric
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What designation will be on the label of caulking that has additives to prevent moulds and mildews from forming?
Tub and tile
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What is the base material for butyl caulking?
Rubber
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Installing caulking properly involves a ______ motion with the caulking gun.
Pushing
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