Hardwood Floors June/July 2018

CHECK YOUR KNOWLEDGE RESOURCES

1. For which type of finish are steel trowels most often recommended by the finish manufacturer? A. Natural oils B. Waxes

C. Conversion varnishes D. Waterborne finishes

2. Which types of applicators are often used with lambswool?

A. Wood blocks and t-bars B. Cut-in pads and t-bars C. Rollers and cut-in pads D. None of the above

3. What does the nap size of a roller sleeve dictate?

A. If cleaning is necessary before use to minimize shedding B. The square footage that can be covered with a single roller sleeve C. The spread rate of the finish D. None of the above

4. What is a potential result when reusing an applicator for the same finish type, but with a different sheen?

A. Lack of adhesion B. Streaks C. Oily film after cure D. All of the above

HOW DID YOU DO? See suggested NWFA University learning path on page 98. Answer key is on page 114.

5. Match the finish type with the product best used to clean it up.

A. Oil-modified finishes: B. Waterborne finishes: C. Conversion varnishes: D. Moisture-cured finished:

Clean water Xylol Virgin mineral spirits Lacquer thinner

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