Paints Quiz

What are the main components of paint?

• Water, Oil, Pigment, Binder, Solvent

• Binder, Solvent, Color, Additives, Thinner

• Base, Vehicle, Pigment, Thinner, Drier

• Pigment, Binder, Solvent, Drier, Additives

Which component of paint helps it to spread over surfaces?

• Base

• Vehicle

• Pigment

• Drier

What is the primary purpose of a paint thinner?

• To adjust the viscosity of the paint

• To give color to the paint

• To provide a hard finish

• To bind the components together

Which type of paint is known for its quick drying properties?

• Emulsion

• Lacquer

• Wood Stain

• Enamel

What is the role of additives in paint?

• To provide color

• To modify surface tension and improve flow properties

• To act as a binder

• To increase drying time

What characteristic should a good paint have regarding drying time?

• It should have a reasonable drying time

• It should dry only in sunlight

• It should dry too quickly

• It should never dry

Which type of paint is primarily water-based and used for interior and exterior surfaces?

• Varnish

• Lacquer

• Emulsion

• Enamel

What is the main function of a primer in painting?

• To act as a thinner

• To make the paint glossy

• To increase paint durability and adhesion

• To provide color

Which component of paint is responsible for its hardness after application?

• Pigment

• Thinner

• Vehicle

• Base

What is the main solvent used in industrial paints?

• Xylene

• Water

• Fish oil

• Linseed oil