N4/5 PWW - (Test Pieces) Finishing Woods

What is the primary purpose of applying finishes to wood?

• To make it more flexible

• To make it waterproof

• To protect it from environmental elements

• To make it heavier

Which of the following is NOT a common abrasive used in wood finishing?

• Glasspaper

• Sandpaper

• Steel wool

• Plastic wrap

What is the effect of using wax on wood?

• It makes the wood heavier

• It changes the color and makes it smooth

• It makes the wood flexible

• It makes the wood waterproof

How does varnish affect wood?

• It makes the wood waterproof

• It brings out the grain and changes the color

• It makes the wood lighter

• It makes the wood flexible

What is the purpose of using paint on wood?

• To make the wood waterproof

• To make the wood flexible

• To drastically change its color and provide protection

• To make the wood heavier

What is the role of abrasives in the wood finishing process?

• To make the wood waterproof

• To remove excess material and smooth surfaces

• To add color to the wood

• To make the wood flexible

Why must wooden items associated with food or children be coated with non-toxic finishes?

• To ensure they are safe for use

• To make them flexible

• To make them waterproof

• To make them more durable

What is the relationship between the amount of grit on sandpaper and its abrasion?

• More grit means less abrasion

• More grit means more abrasion

• Grit amount does not affect abrasion

• Less grit means more abrasion