Which light-colored woods may be

finished in their natural color or stained?

• Ash
• Elm
• Beech
• Birch
• Cherry
• Oak
• Maple
• Chestnut
• Mahogany

K&B Products, p 68

What are the wood floor styles generally in use?

• Parquet: 12" x 12" interlocking or nailed
• Plank: interlocking and blind-nailed, generally random lengths and widths (3" & 4"); (3", 4", & 6"); (3", 5" & 7"), (4" 6" & 8")
• Strip: butt flooring is top nailed; same width (2" and 2 /4") and random lengths

Variation in color can be caused by the way the tree grows, or by bundles of fibers within the tree growing at angles to the main direction of growth.  Open surfaces take on darker hues than the bundles of fibers.

K & B Products, pgs 67, 68

What is a dual refrigeration system, 

and what are its benefits?

A refrigeration unit that has separate, self-containing cooling systems.

•  Benefits are:
• Higher humidity in fresh food compartment
• No transfer of air between freezer/refrigerator
• Dry air in freezer (less frost)
• Uniform temperature for fresh food
• Greater energy efficiency in overall appliance

Hardwood lumber is produced from

deciduous trees; softwood lumber is

produced from coniferous or evergreen

trees.  Which is normally used in

construction?

Softwoods

K & B Products, p 51

How does a bidet with a

vertical spray deliver water?

What is needed to prevent water

contamination?

It delivers water through the outlet

in the center of the bowl.

It requires a vacuum breaker to prevent

contaminated water from entering 

the fresh water supply.

K & BProducts, pgs 227, 228

What is the recommended temperature

for storing fresh meat?

Between 25 and 31 degrees Fahrenheit

K & B Products, p 148

What are the two approaches to

whirlpool jet design?

• Fewer jets with larger outlets, serviced by bigger water lines (high volume/low pressure)
• More jets with smaller outlets, serviced by small water lines (low volume/high pressure)

K & B Products, p 239

What information is listed on the Energy Guide and Energy Star labels?

• Capacity of the model
• Estimated annual kilowatt hour energy consumption for refrigerators, freezers, water heaters, dishwashers, clothes washers
• Energy efficiency rating for air conditioners, heat pumps, furnaces, boilers and pool heaters
• Range of estimated annual energy consumption, or energy efficiency ratings of comparable models

What is the KCMA Certification Program?

(Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association)

It is a nationally recognized testing and certification program for cabinets.  Cabinets bearing the seal comply with rigorous standards for manufacturing.

K & B Products, pgs 88 - 92

40 degrees Fahrenheit

or

4.45 degrees Centigrade

K & B Products, p148

What products create a painted

appearance on cabinetry?

• Paint
• Colored Lacquer
• Tinted varnish

K & B Products, p69

Columns

Turnings

Brackets (corbels)

Curved moldings

K & B Products, p85

It is a tub without finished ends, and one finished side, typically called the apron.

They usually have an internal tile flange on the side and back walls to prevent water "wick up" behind surround material.

K & B Products, p234

Every 5 years.

K & B Products, pgs 88, 89

Before firing

K & B Products, p295

Construction materials

K & B Products, p51

What door options do trash compactors have?

• Swing-out 
•  Pull-out
• Tilt-out

K & B Products, p158

Clusters of cells within the maple explode after being frozen and then thawed in cold climate forests.

K & B Products, p57

• Water stain
• NGR Stain (non-grain raising)
• Spirit Stain
• Pigmented Wiping stain
• Varnish stain

95 degrees to 105 degrees Fahrenheit

K & B Products, p 263

It allows a user to close the drain when filling the sink.  A lever that passes out the side of the drain fitting is connected to a lift rod on top of the lavatory faucet.  The rod opens and closes the stopper.

K & B Products, p258

Limestone

K & B Products, p345

Oak

K & B Products, p64

1 1/4" is optimal and it can support an overhang of 12"

The 3/4" is minimal because it is fragile.

K & B Products, p336

• Trompe l'Oeil (3 dimensional mural)
• Color washing (layering of paint colors-fresco)
• Crackling (deterioration of finishes)
• Distressed wood (physical distressing, wear-through, glazing)
• Dragging, combing and striated (brush technique to create directional pattern)
• Sponging & rag rolling (dipping with sponge or rag)
• Stippling

K & B Products, pgs 321 - 323

At least 1/8", because solid surface materials expand when heated.

K & B Products, p 326

To what does

 W3015

 refer?

Wall 30" wide, 15" tall, 12" deep

K & B Products, p.101

Diagonal corner wall, 3 drawers, 24" wide, 42" tall, Left Hinge

Utility 24" wide, 12" deep, 90" tall, Left Hinge

"Whatnot" shelf 12" wide, 30" tall, shelf on right

7' to prevent heat from rising into unused space.

K & B Products, p 284

1' 8" to 2' 0" wide door, 6' 8" high, that swings out and has no type of locking device.

K & B Products, p 284

What are three methods of installation used for ceramic tile projects?

• Conventional mortar bed (mud): mortar bed is 3/4" to 2" thick; tile is set on soft or cured mortar
• Mastic (organic adhesive): floor is raised the thickness of the tile; used on existing tile, fiberglass, wood paneling, bricks, masonry, concrete, plywood or vinyl
• Thin set over backerboard; glass mesh concrete backerboard; 1/2 the weight of conventional mortar

• Masonry & molded-stone
• Solid surface
• Plastic
• Cast polymer

K & B Products, p 242

The grain matching refers to whether and how the veneer is matched within an elevation (i.e. doors, drawer fronts, cabinet frames) or room

K & B Products, p 61

Three drawers base cabinet, 36" wide, 34 1/2" high

K & B Products, p6

What method of heat transfer is safest and most efficient?

Induction

K & B Products, p165

Houses built 50 or more years ago.

K & B Products, p226

Polished Chrome

K & B Products, p 248

• Appealing matte finish
• Non-porous, resistant to chemicals
• Can be treated with mineral oil
• Max slab length is 4' to 6' (compared to granite at 8' to 12')

K & B Products, p 343

• Superior screw holding power
• Clean, tight edge
• Extremely smooth surface
• Can be shaped to a profile and painted

• 24" (23 5/8" for European manufactured)
• 18"
• 30"

K & B Products, p159

To which does the following refer?

3DB15

Three drawer base, 15" wide 

K & B Products, p.

Base cabinet 27" wide

K & B Products, p. 94

Sink Base 33" wide

K & B Products, p. 94

Base Cabinet with full-height door, 12" wide, Right hinge

K & B Products, p. 96

Reversible base blind corner, 45" wide

K & B Products, p. 97

 Diagonal corner wall , 24" wide, 30" tall

hinged left

K & B Products, p. 106

Base Peninsula, 12" wide, left hinge

K & B Products, p. 99

1972

K & B Products, p 141

How does a bidet with a horizontal water spray deliver water?

What is needed to prevent water contamination?

It delivers water by means of a deck-mounted faucet.

Nothing is needed to prevent water contamination, because the bowl cannot be filled above the height of the spray.

K & B Products, p228

What are types of kitchen faucets?

• Bridge
• Single hole
• Gooseneck
• Pot filler
• Pull-Out and Pull-Down
• Two handle
• Wall mounted

• Hot water requirements
• Water flow rate
• How to get it into the house/bathroom (dimensions and weight)
• How to support its dead weight filled

K & B Products, p 241

What types of ventilation systems are used in the kitchen?

• Proximity or down-draft ventilation
• Decorative metal or wood with integral or remote blower
• Overhead ventilation systems
• Combination microwave and hood
• Mantel or chimney hood, with ventilator in custom enclosure

K & B Products, p 186

What are the types of flushing methods used by toilets?

• For 1.6 gallon toilets: gravity flush or pressure-assisted flush
• For flushometer toilets: large diameter pipes with a flow rate over 25 gpm

10", 12" or 14"

K & B Products, p 223

Vitreous china, which is a high-fired, non-porous ceramic material similar to porcelain.  It has a high-gloss glaze that adds to the sanitary properties.

K & B Products, p 221

The amount of splash-back that would result from the faucet.

K & B Products, p212

• Siphon vortex: action based on diagonal rim outlets that cause swirling
• Siphon Wash: relies on incoming rush of water to develop siphoning action
• Siphon Jet: jet flow volume begins the siphoning action instantly w/o rise in level of water before passage
• Blowout (Compression): relies entirely on force of jet action; used in tankless toilets only; large trap and water surface area.

K & B Products, p 225

12" rough-in, distance from the center of the outlet to the finished surface of the wall

K & B Products, p 223

A pedestal base could be open on the back, be partially solid, or have a solid support bar along the back.  Check the pedestal design to ensure it does not interfere with the drain location and to verify rough-in measurements.

K & B Products, p 212

Conduction

Induction

Radiation

Convection

K & B Products, p 164

The process in which heat is transferred through a substance or from one substance to another that is in direct contact with it by molecular activity.

(microwave & magnetic)

K & B Products, p 164

They are susceptible to damaged edges and warpage, and may have a wide caulking joint.

K & B Products, p 210

Fill in this statement:

The deeper the sink, the _________ the sides of the sink.

The deeper the sink, the straighter the sides of the sink.

K & B Products, p 210

• Console table
• Countertop
• Integral
• Pedestal
• Vessel (above counter)
• Wall hung

K & B Products, pp. 211-212

What is the difference between a fixture, fitting and accessory?

• Fixture: sink, tub, bidet, toilet, etc. that received water.
• Fitting: faucet showerhead, body spray, or other finished piece through with water passes and then enters a fixture.
• Accessory: towel bars, handrails, etc.

K & B Products, p 195

In a water-containing fixture, such as a toilet.

(All surfaces containing water must be glazed.)

K & B Products, p 199

Cast glass

Hand-painted glass

Metal finishes

Stainless steel

Natural stone

Natural wood

K & B Products, pgs 205-207

60% to 70%

K & B Products, p 165

What are the types of composite sinks?

• Acrylic/polyester: scratch and stain more easily but come shiny and in many colors
• Granite base: most scratch resistant sink material, resistant to staining; matte finish
• Quartz composite: 70% quartz, 30% resin; resistant to stains, scratching; available in variety of colors; color is uniform throughout.

To what does the following refer?

SO3384

Single Oven, 33" wide, 84" tall

K & B Products, p. 111 

Continuous feed

Batch feed

• Check with local codes to see if it is allowed
• Inform the client that the septic field should be 40% to 50% bigger or that it will need to be cleaned out twice as often

What is the typical widths and openings for under-the-counter trash compactors?

• Typically 12" or 15" wide, with some 18" wide
• Doors can be pullout, left or right hinged or tilt-out

K & B Products, p 158

Compactors may have charcoal filtering systems built-in, or use a deodorizer to minimize odors.  Care manuals instruct users how to clean containers before replacing them in the compactor.

K & B Products, p 158

If these appliances are left unused for several weeks during the renovation, they may not work properly when reinstalled.

K & B Products, p 158

The flow of cold water.  Cold water should run during the entire operation of the disposer, and several minutes afterward to clear the line.

K & B Products, p 157

The centerline of the drain pipe at the wall should be between 17" and 19" AFF.

K & B Products, p 157

That of a doughnut, since it allows maximum of surface area for maximum penetration.

K & B Products, p 173

Hammering

Grinding

Shredding

Cutting

Rubbing

Pulverizing

K & B Products, p 157

Built-in

Drop-in

Slide-in

K & B Products, p 164

It cooks food by activating water molecules so they rotate in a rapidly alternating electrical field.  The energy is converted to heat.  The amount of moisture in a food has a direct relationship to its heating rate.  The energy penetrates the food, and produces heat instantaneously.  The highest temperature occurs 1" in from the surface.  The heat is restricted to the food.

K & B Products, p 172

An air-gap installed as an overflow protection.

K & B Products, p 160

Hobs are made of one or more coils of ferromagnetic material through which an alternating current is passed.  When a magnetic based pan is set on the hob, the magnetic field induces a current in the pan, and the internal resistance of the pan causes heat to be dissipated.  (Joule effect)

K & B Products, p 165

Conventional coil elements

K & B Products, p 167

Between 140 and 160 degrees Fahrenheit, for sanitation and to dissolve dishwasher detergents.

K & B Products, p 160

More rapid process of heat transfer involving the motion of heated matter itself from one place to another; in both air and liquid currents.  Ex. Heating water on a burner and when hot air rises in the oven.

K & B Products, p 165

Controls on the back panel are awkward to reach and a potential danger to the cook.

K & B Products, p 179

Pyrolytic (self-cleaning)

Catalytic (continuous cleaning)

K & B Products, pp 174 & 175

Typical residential is 9,000 to 12,000 BTUs per burner; commercial sized for residential use is 15,000 BTUs or more per burner.

K & B Products, p 180

Why should over the range microwaves be avoided?

• It requires a cook to reach dangerously high to retrieve food
• The installation reduces the available clear space at the cooktop
• The ventilation system is marginally successful

K & B Products, p 184

• Coffeemakers
• Electric fryer Cooktop
• Electric Grills
• Griddle
• Steam ovens
• Steamer Cooktop
• Warming drawers
• Wok Cooking

• Color goes all the way through
• Deeper color tones
• More resistant to abrasions
• Scratches are repairable (acrylic)
• More expensive than fiberglass

K & B Products, pgs 199 - 200

• Weight - can it be carried into the space, are the floor joists able to support it
• Heat transference - is it cold to the touch, will it cool down the water faster, the tub may feel uncomfortable initially

• Diverter valve - it can be either a rotary action valve or a spring-loaded push or lift valve
• Rotary action valve - requires a vacuum breaker

K & B Products, p 265

What are the four broad categories of fitting that offer protection from scalding?

• Pressure balance valve
• Thermostatic valve
• Combination valve (pressure & thermostatic)
• Temperature limiting valve

K & B Products, p 273

10 to 20 minutes in an enclosed environment with high humidity and temperature levels.

K & B Products, p 281

Veneers or woods:

Butternut

Mahogany

Teak

Rosewood

Walnut

K & B Products, p 68

Lyptus

K & B Products, p 57

Glazing

Physical Distressing

Special Effects

K & B Products, p 71

The sealer coat is a thin coat of the coloring material; it is used to keep the stain from bleeding into succeeding coats by sealing the pores, and to smooth it for the final finish.

K & B Products, p 69

White pigment is rubbed into a wood to enhance the grain; it gives wood cabinets the look of an antique scrubbed surface.

K & B Products, p 69

It requires that cabinets pass 5 tests for structural and installation integrity, 2 tests for drawer operation, and 4 finish tests.

K & B Products, pgs 90 - 92

Teak

Butternut

Mahogany

Rosewood

Walnut

K & B Products, p 68

• Intake vent near the floor behind the stove
• Outlet on wall opposite the intake vent, about level with but not below the intake vent
• Lighting, soft, controlled from outside the sauna

K & B Products, p 285

Describe these refrigerator types:

• Boxed-in
• Built-in
• Integrated

• Boxed in: refrigerator is framed with panels that extend to the floor
• Built-in: 24" deep refrigerator, designed to be flush with the edge of the cabinets
• Integrated: refrigerator is completely concealed

It is a combination of marble, concrete and cement.  It is hard and durable.  It can be formed into a variety of shapes.  Available in field tiles.

K & B Products, p 345

Range is between 15% for ceramic tile on water-resistant sheetrock to 100% for natural stone, travertine, marble or slate.

K & B Products, p 283

55 to 70 minutes

K & B Products, p 284

Thickness range is 12 to 20 mil; where 12 mil is the minimum acceptable thickness.  20 mil is more durable but subject to crazing, term for tiny cracks in the coat.

K & B Products, p 291

• Eastern hard rock sugar maple (hardest, least wear)
• Western maple; western alder
• Walnut, cherry or other specialty hardwoods (used in focal point so it will receive less wear)
• Full length edge grain lamination (long strips)
• Butt-joined edge grain laminations (varied strips)
• End grain lamination (checkerboard effect of small squares, usually for counter inserts)

K & B Products, p 287

The extra tile width protects the drywall surface underneath from moisture damage. 

K & B Products, p 308

Both raise the floor the thickness of the tile, mortar bed or glass-mesh backerboard.  Some adjustments are necessary to match existing floor height.

K & B Products, p 303

What are the three broad categories of grouts?

• Epoxy (use when superior strength and chemical resistance needed)
• Non-sanded(suited for grout joints not exceeding 1/8" in width)
• Sanded used for grout joints up to 3/8" in width)
• A latex additive increases bonding strength and provides a a better cure; use for wet areas

The height of the vanity and backsplash

K & B Products, p 309

Its weight; some cabinets or spans may require reinforcement.

K & B Products, p 310

• Natural wood (pine and cold weather hardwoods:oak, cherry, reclaimed antique woods)
• Laminated wood flooring (tile and plank); often noisy but durable
• Bamboo flooring (renewable grass 12" in diameter and 30' high); comparable in price to hardwood, durable

An offset flange (ring) can modify the old outlet center dimension to the standard 12"; the ring can offset the fixture outlet up to 2"

K & B Products, p226

They do not provide a comfortable bath or the safest showering experience.

K & B Products, p 244

For a corner sink, or when installing an integral sink in a custom arrangement that is further apart than normal

K & B Products, p 256

• Hot and cold water variation
• Incremental volume increases
• Digital read out
• Remember settings for up to 5 individuals

It should be 7' high, and slope away from the seating area.

K & B Products, p 282

In 5 to 10 minutes

K & B Products, p282

Avoid any material that is subject to decay because of prolonged exposure to steam or moisture.  Also, use waterproof adhesives or silicon sealants, as well as waterproof or epoxy paint.

K & B Products, p 282

It is a tub with no finished panels, designed to drop into a platform.

K & B Products, p 234

It slows down the decomposition process.

K & B Products, p 158

Wood subfloors; the tile is installed with a cleavage membrane and the tile floats on top of the wood.

Also, it is recommended for areas of heavy traffic.

K & B Products, p 304

12"

K & B Products, p 223

It holds enough hot water for instant coffee, tea or soup.

K & B Products, p 257

Most have a 2.5 gpm flow rate

K & B Products, p 275

To emulate a mortise and tenon door; it is typically painted or finished in thermofoil.

K & B Products, p 81

White or off-white paint is left in joints and distressed sections.

K & B Products, p 69

Muntin

K & B Products, p 85

• Crackle: finish deterioration
• Spatter/cowtailing: watery black, light or dark brown lacquer sprayed in fine, random pattern
• Wear-thru: edge of doors, raises of molding

Mortise-and-tenon

Mitered

K & B Products, p 81

• Vanity base height ranges from 28 1/2" to 34 1/2"
• Vanity depths are 18", 21" or 24" deep
• Base units come in several combinations of doors and drawers
• Wall units range between 4", 5" and 9" deep

K & B Products, pgs 121, 128-130

Between 32 and 35 degrees Fahrenheit

K & B Products, p 148

What does the Energy Star logo signify?

That the appliance is significantly more energy efficient than the average comparable model, exceeds by 10% or more.

K & B Products, p 141

• Patting
• Burnished (penetrating)
• Striated (consistency of stripes of paint - horizontal & vertical)
• Dry (defining; chalk-like consistency, applied after burnishing)

K & B Products, p 71

The order for bases and walls is width then height then depth (typically used when depth differs from standard).

On tall cabinets, depth is 2nd and height is last.

K & B Products, p 92

The compressor compresses a gas that has a low boiling point.  As it compresses, the gas heats up.  The coils on the back of the refrigerator allow the gas to cool to room temperature, still under high pressure.  The gas flows through the expansion valve, which releases the pressure and cools the gas below room temperature.  The now cold gas flows through coils inside the refrigerator, cooling the interior.  Gas flows back to the compressor to repeat the cycle.

K & B Products, p 148

Desk bases are typically 28 1/2" high and 21" or 24" deep

K & B Products, pgs 135 -140

On the www.energystar.gov website

K & B Products, p 141

Through the walls of the appliance.

K & B Products, p 149

33 to 38 degrees Fahrenheit

K & B Products, p 150

Because the handles are close to the spout, it may be hard to clean.

Unless it has a lever handle, it may be difficult to use.

K & B Products, p 261

What wood is the principle millwork species and is used for window framing, sashes, doors, molding, shelving, and paneling.

Ponderosa Pine

K & B Products, p 58

The wet test: moisten an area of the unfinished wood with clean water.

K & B Products, p 68

Divide the number of centimeters by 2.54.

K & B Products, p 4

Book match and slip

K & B Products, p 65

Oak

K & B Products, p 58

• Flat -cut in half length-wise, then cut parallel to original cut.
• Rift - quartered section of log cut on angle of about 15% off the quartered position
• Quarter - 90 degree angle to growth ring
• Rotary - full log turned on later to peel a continuous sheet along the annual growth ring

K & B Products, p 64

Alder

K & B Products, p 54

Yellow Birch

K & B Products, p 55

What are some specialty center panels?

Typcially called frame-only doors, center panels are of:

K & B Products, p 83

Book

Slip

Book & Butt
Diamond
Reverse Diamond

Bamboo - renewable grass

Bleaching - neutralizing variations of color in wood

Lyptus - premium plantation hardwood

Dyed veneers

New wood - reconstituted veneers

 

K & B Products, pgs 66-67

 

Anegre

Bubinga

Lacewood

Pearwood

Wenge

K & B Products, pgs 59, 60

All the holes, hinge fittings, cabinet joints and mountings are set 32 mm apart.

K & B Products, p 16

Some form of particleboard.

K & B Products, p 44

• Granite based sink
• Quartz composite
• Acrlic/Polyester

K & B Products, p 197

What is quartz?

What sizes are the slabs?

Quartz is a composite made of quartz particles with an acrylic or epoxy binder.  It is more stain-resistant than solid surfaces.  Slabs are 3/8" to 1 1/8" thick.  Widths are 52" to 55".  Counters are 25" deep so fabricators can cut 2 lengths from 1 slab.

K & B Products, p323

What are the characteristics of stainless steel?

Heat-resistant
Stain-proof
Non-corrosive
Susceptible to dents and scratches
Shows fingerprints, watermarks, smudges

K & B Products, p 329

Highly polished

Flamed finish

Honed finish

• Tung oil and wax
• Polyurethane
• White-wash
• Prefinished - penetrating sealant
• Unfinished & urethane

K & B Products, pgs 315, 316

Flagstone: Flagging stone, bluestone & slate

Granite (igneous): dense, low absorption rate, less prone to stain, somewhat slip resistant, variety of colors, color varies from slab to slab
Limestone: easily stained and etched, okay for floors, backsplash and bathroom surfaces, must be sealed.
Marble: crystallized limestone, not as durable as granite, soft and porous, stains easily.
Slate: durable, stain resistant, NE slate is stronger than granite or marble, metamorphic, non-porous

K & B Products, p 330, 335-338, 341

In high moisture areas such as the bathroom

K & B Products, p 312

Proximity -  popular for commercial

Touch pad - popular residential

K & B Products, p 263

What is a functional, safe fitting design with respect to the water comfort zone?

A handle with a 120° arc from the hottest setting to the coldest, and with a 40° arc within the comfort zone from 95° to 105° Fahrenheit

K & B Products p.263

• Semi-gloss
• High-gloss - can dull with heavy use
• Matte
• Two-tone - combination of gloss & matte
• For floors, matte or unglazed is recommended

K & B Products, pgs 298, 299

What dimensional issues apply when you are adding wall tile to a bathroom?

• Clearance dimensions apply to finished walls, so you need to account for the thickness of the tile
• Plan the grout lines so that they line up on critical intersections
• Plan accessory placement so they do not interfere with the tile pattern

NAHB RC

K & B Products, p 326

What are common features of solid surface materials?

• Stain resistant because it is non-porous
• Repairable because color runs through it
• When properly fabricated, seams are almost imperceptible
• Comes in 1/2" (max overhang 6") and 3/4" (max overhang 12") thicknesses
• Expands when heated, so recommend it be 1/8" clearance on wall-to-wall installations

Alkyd paint: has replaced oil-based for most cases. Most durable of the common finishing paints.  Dry enough after 5 to 6 hours for 2nd coat.

Latex paint: practically odor free, quick drying (~1 hour), easy to clean up, water solvent; less durable than alkyd or oil paint

K & B Products, pgs 320, 321

140° to 160°

K & B Products, p160

•It allows light in, but is private.

•They deaden outside noise

•They offer insulating properties similar to thermal-pane windows.

•They are availabe in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors.

K & B Products, p 312

•Gloss is labeled flat, eggshell, Satin, Semi-gloss and High gloss.

•Flat paints have a low-glare surface for walls and ceilings that do not need frequent washing

•Semi-gloss paints are moderately durable and are less chiny for woodwork

•High gloss paints are the most wear-resistant and moisture resistant, ideal for areas of heavy use and frequent washing

K & B Products, p 320

What is an alternative to glass block?

Blocks made out of plastic materials.  They are strong, lightweight, faster to assemble because they have an engineered interlocking system that fastens them together.

K & B Products, pgs 312, 313

What two methods are used to manufacture glass tile?

•Slumped or heat molded: glass sheets are heated until they soften and sink into molds; this gives them the 3D patterning or texture.

•Cast or poured: molten glass is poured into forms, glass is colored by adding pigment oxides or colored glass to the back of the tile.

K & B Products, p 296

Glue is applied to the tongue-and-groove edge of each piece, which is pressed to the abutting piece on the floor without actually attaching it to the floor.  It has an underlayment of 1/4" thick low-density fiber panel or a closed-cell foam cushion.

K & B Products, p 317

Bamboo should be allowed to sit in the environment at least 48 hours before installation so it adjusts to the humidity of the room.

K & B Products, p 314

A surface created by pouring a mixture of ground minerals and polyester resin into a treated mold.  Curing is at room temperature or in a curing oven.  (Cultured marble, onyx, granite, solid-colored polymers)

K & B Products, p 291

Extreme temperatures stimulate the circulatory system, so individuals with high blood pressure, respiratory or heart disease, circulatory problems or chronic illnesses, should check with a physician before installing one.  Also pregnant women and people who have been drinking should avoid them.

K & B Products, p 286

What should you consider when selecting a tile for an installation?

•Check the manufacturer's use recommendations.

•Check the porosity of the tile

•Check the availability of trim for corners, edges and coves

•Select grout

•Specify the recommended installation method for that tile.

K & B Products, p 293

First by their small size.  The most common types of mosaic tile are natural clay and porcelain in which the color is throughout the tile.  Porcelain ceramic mosaics are always vitreous or impervious, so they have a very low water absorption rate.  They have a harder, denser body than non-vitreous tiles.

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Tile made from shale, clays or earth extruded to produce an unglazed product that has color throughout the tile.  Tiles may be very soft and irregular in shape.  Some are porous and require a penetrating sealant to protect the surface.  Suitable for interior residential and commercial floors and for walls and fireplace facings.

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What are the types of tile available?

•Decorative tile (glazed ceramic), accent pieces with raised or recessed pattern or silk screen.

•Glazed tile (glazed and fired), variety of finishes, many sizes, may be slippery when wet

•Glass tile (clear through or with backing), variety of colors, textures, and sizes; requires diamond wet saw to cut, installed using special white adhesive

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Use an individual 3/4" hot and cold water supply line and a 3/4" bath spout and valve.

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At each supply line

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Lift is the movement of the handle from off position to the fully on position. Water flow should begin a 1° off the lift and continue in a gradual increase that is in proportion to the degree of movement.

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• Water surface, depth and area.  The larger the water surface, the easier to keep the bowl clean, reduce odor and minimize splash.

• Trapway size (measurement of the passageway)

•Extent of glazing in the trapway; glazing provides minimal resistance to passage.

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• Make sure you can get it into the house

• Specify the drain location as determined by the manufacturer

• Specify the curb

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10", 12", and 14" lengths

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An acceptable back-flow preventing device; some codes require a vacuum breaker.

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What are three broad categories of water filtration systems?

• Installing a filter on the cold water line that leads to the faucet

• Mounting a filter on the faucet itself

• Mounting a filter on the line that diverts cold water to a separate faucet

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An air gap is a metal or plastic cap that sits on the sink and is connected to a hose that leads to the dishwasher.  A second hose leads to the knock-out on the side of the food dispenser.  It is required to prevent back up of water in the dishwasher.

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At the upper body, mid-body and lower body (knee) heights, but actual height depends on the clients' height.

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Water Pressure

Size of the piping

Flow rate of the  showerheads

Mixers and diverters

Overhead shower

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Wood, traditionally aspen, but more recently A-grade redwood is substituted.

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How do you determine the size of the steam generator for the steam shower?

The surface area is source of heat loss:

• Cubic footage of the enclosure, deducting for the seat.

• Type of construction & decorative surfacing materials

• Surround temperature (room), including placement in room (interior vs exterior wall)

• Recommended to add 10% for each exterior wall

• Length of pipe run: the longer the more heat loss

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• Unfinished, oiled throughout life span

•Prefinished with penetrating sealant and varnish (may use damp cloth to clean)

•Polyurethane on unfinished wood (not to be used for chopping or come in contact with food)

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30" to 34" wide

14" to 20" deep

60" to 72" long

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If the existing hot water tank is not adequate for a whirlpool, what are the three options?

•Increase the size of the household water heater or install two water heaters side-by-side.

•Provide a separate water heater specifically for the whirlpool

•Specify several tankless water heaters along the supply line

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Height range is 14" to 18"

Width range is 20" to 24"

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It is noisy.  Minimize transmission by placing the tank away from a common wall by a commonly used room or a bedroom.

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What two problems can occur when choosing a faucet for self-rimming lavatories?

A mini-widespread faucet has rigid piping, so there can be no flexibility between the drilling holes on the lavatory.

Cast iron is difficult and expensive to drill. 

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What are the typical specifications for pumps for a jetted bathtub?

•Pump varies from 1/2 to 1 1/2 horsepower

•Delivery is 5 to 7 gallons of water per minute per jet

•System should have UL approved components

•Pumps may be 120v or 240v, depends on hp and whether an in-line heater is included

•Requires access to pump for maintenance/repair

•Pump placed no higher than highest jet

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•Faucet holes clear the sink rim edge

•Over-sized faucets have enough room to operate behind the sink

•Faucet shank length can accommodate extra thick counters

•Sinks with multiple bowls may require a faucet with wider arc of spout swivel

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Away from the steam nozzle so no one gets hurt!

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Because of the increased surface space of the aerated drops, the water temperature will cool dramatically from the time it leaves the showerhead until it hits the bather's body.

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Flush mounted 

Integral

Rimmed

Self-rimming

Under-mounted

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120 volt electrical line

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1.6 gpf

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A cooktop drops into a countertop cutout; a range top has front controls and requires a lowered cabinet height to set in the unit.

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By conduction, where the elements touch and by radiation.

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A brushed finish is created using a wire wheel to abrade the surface so the chrome does not "take" during the plating process. A matte finish is created by blasting with fine glass to create a soft matted surface that plates better.

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It is a process that applies metal finishes over chromed brass.  Typical finishes are brushed bronze, brushed nickel, polished nickel, polished gold and polished brass.

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