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House Painting 101 Trivia Quiz

Here are some questions about interior house painting.

A multiple-choice quiz by fertigline. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
fertigline

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
247,726

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. The first thing you will need to do is to estimate how much paint you will need. Approximately how much wall space will 1 gallon of paint cover? Hint

300 sq. ft.

100 sq. ft.

400 sq. ft.

200 sq. ft.

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Question 2 of 10

2. The two types of paint are water-based and oil-based.

True

False

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Question 3 of 10

3. Flat and Gloss refer to how reflective a paint finish is.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. What are some of the basic tools used in painting? Hint

linesmans, dikes, screwdriver, strippers & tester

brush, roller, tray, edger, tape & dropcloth

hammer, level, square, chaulkline & saw

wrenches, sockets, mirror, timing gun & visegrips

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Question 5 of 10

5. Before applying paint you have to prepare the surface. What are some basic prepping techniques? Hint

pitting & blasting

sanding & glossing

sanding & priming

oiling & priming

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Question 6 of 10

6. Why do you use primer? Hint

To dilute the intensity of the wall color.

Because the paint store wants to sell more products.

To seal the surface and prepare it to accept paint.

To make the surface waterproof.

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Question 7 of 10

7. When painting multiple colors in one space you will have to tape off or use edging tools.

True

False

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Question 8 of 10

8. A "Sash tool" is used for trim painting.

True

False

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Question 9 of 10

9. What is the recommended technique used for wall painting? Hint

Splattering and throwing

Sanding and spraying

Measuring and taping

Brushing-in and rolling

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Question 10 of 10

10. What is the most common way for a homeowner to paint a ceiling? Hint

Spray

Roll

Brush

Splatter

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. The first thing you will need to do is to estimate how much paint you will need. Approximately how much wall space will 1 gallon of paint cover?

Answer: 400 sq. ft.

The exact coverage depends on the quality of the paint, but the industry standard is 400 sq.ft. per gallon.

2. The two types of paint are water-based and oil-based.

Answer: true

Water-based paints clean up easily, dry fast, and are easy to apply. Oil-based paints adhere really well, form a hard coating, and have a heavier coverage on the first coat.

3. Flat and Gloss refer to how reflective a paint finish is.

Answer: True

Flat finishes will hide wall imperfections. Eggshell, Satin & Semi-gloss all offer durability and washability. High-gloss finishes will reflect light well.

4. What are some of the basic tools used in painting?

Answer: brush, roller, tray, edger, tape & dropcloth

Linesmans, dikes, screwdriver, strippers & tester are tools that an Electrician would use. A hammer, level, square, chaulkline & saw are tools that an Carpenter would use. Wrenches, sockets, mirror, timing gun & visegrips are tools that an Mechanic would use.

5. Before applying paint you have to prepare the surface. What are some basic prepping techniques?

Answer: sanding & priming

You will have fix any holes, dents, scratches or other damaged area's with spackling, sand it when the spackling dries and then wash all the dust and dirt off.

6. Why do you use primer?

Answer: To seal the surface and prepare it to accept paint.

You must use Primer when the surface hasn't ever been painted, when going from a dark color to a light color or when the surface is stained with nicotine, crayon, ink or has lots of scuff marks.

7. When painting multiple colors in one space you will have to tape off or use edging tools.

Answer: false

Thay aren't needed when you learn the proper brushing techniques. You tape off only the things the will not be painted (carpet, baseboard, etc.).

8. A "Sash tool" is used for trim painting.

Answer: True

The recomended method for painting trim is to paint outwards and downwards.

9. What is the recommended technique used for wall painting?

Answer: Brushing-in and rolling

There are two types of brushes, Flat and Angled. They come in a variety of sizes and are made of different materials. Rollers consist of a roller handle and a roller cover and they come in a variety of sizes, textures and thickness'.

10. What is the most common way for a homeowner to paint a ceiling?

Answer: Roll

Most homeowners "roll" their ceilings. You can use a paint roller and tray or a paint stick. The only places you will have to brush are around the edges and any ceiling fixtures that are in the area.

Source: Author fertigline

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