Painting and decoration NECO past questions and answers

Painting and decoration NECO past questions and answers

What does the term "nap" refer to when talking about paint rollers?

A) The roller's frame

B) The roller's handle

C) The roller's cover texture

D) The roller's size

Answer: C) The roller's cover texture

Which tool is best for removing wallpaper?

A) Putty knife

B) Steam stripper

C) Sandpaper

D) Wire brush

Answer: B) Steam stripper

What is the purpose of a paint sprayer in painting?

A) Creating texture

B) Applying paint evenly

C) Removing old paint

D) Sanding surfaces

Answer: B) Applying paint evenly

What is the primary purpose of using painter's tape?

A) Protecting surfaces from paint

B) Mixing paint colors

C) Cleaning paintbrushes

D) Applying a base coat

Answer: A) Protecting surfaces from paint

What is the main benefit of using a paint grid in a paint tray?

A) Providing a place to mix colors

B) Reducing paint splatter

C) Increasing paint adhesion

D) Adding texture to paint

Answer: B) Reducing paint splatter

Which painting technique involves using a comb-like tool to create a wood grain effect?

A) Graining

B) Marbling

C) Strie

D) Rock rolling

Answer: A) Graining

Which type of paint is suitable for covering imperfections due to its ability to reflect less light?

A) Eggshell paint

B) Flat paint

C) Semi-gloss paint

D) Satin paint

Answer: B) Flat paint

What does the term "color washing" refer to in painting?

A) Adding multiple layers of different colors

B) Staining wood surfaces with paint

C) Applying a base coat of color

D) Mixing paint with water for a translucent effect

Answer: D) Mixing paint with water for a translucent effect

Which painting technique involves using a cloth to create a mottled effect on walls?

A) Sponging

B) Rag rolling

C) Frottage

D) Strie

Answer: B) Rag rolling

What is the purpose of a paint conditioner or retarder?

A) Speeding up drying time

B) Thinning paint

C) Increasing paint opacity

D) Slowing down drying time

Answer: D) Slowing down drying time

Which type of paintbrush is ideal for cutting in around trim and edges?

A) Flat brush

B) Angled brush

C) Round brush

D) Fan brush

Answer: B) Angled brush

What is the primary function of a paint stir stick?

A) Scraping off excess paint

B) Mixing paint colors

C) Applying paint to small areas

D) Creating textured effects

Answer: B) Mixing paint colors

Which type of paint is generally preferred for painting ceilings due to its splatter-resistant properties?

A) Oil-based paint

B) Latex paint

C) Enamel paint

D) Acrylic paint

Answer: B) Latex paint

What is the purpose of a paint strainer or filter?

A) Adding texture to paint

B) Filtering out impurities

C) Increasing paint adhesion

D) Creating glossy finishes

Answer: B) Filtering out impurities

Which painting technique involves applying diluted paint with a cloth to create a soft, veiled effect?

A) Stippling

B) Sponging

C) Frottage

D) Feathering

Answer: C) Frottage

What is the purpose of a paint shield in painting?

A) Protecting adjacent surfaces

B) Creating textured effects

C) Mixing paint colors

D) Sanding surfaces

Answer: A) Protecting adjacent surfaces

Which paint type is more environmentally friendly due to its lower levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)?

A) Oil-based paint

B) Latex paint

C) Enamel paint

D) Acrylic paint

Answer: D) Acrylic paint

Which tool is used to create a textured finish on walls by applying joint compound or plaster?

A) Trowel

B) Putty knife

C) Spackle knife

D) Wire brush

Answer: A) Trowel

What is the primary function of a paint scraper?

A) Applying paint evenly

B) Removing excess paint

C) Scraping off old paint or debris

D) Mixing paint colors

Answer: C) Scraping off old paint or debris

Which type of paintbrush is suitable for painting large, flat surfaces?

A) Angled brush

B) Round brush

C) Flat brush

D) Foam brush

Answer: C) Flat brush