Ceiling and Wall Treatments
Name one common type of Wall Covering
Paint, Wallpaper, or Paneling
What are curtains?
A piece of material sheared or gathered onto a rod.
What are the two types of light?
Natural and Artificial
What are natural textiles? Name 2 examples
Ex. Cotton, Silk, Linen, Wool
What is one benefit to hard wood flooring?
Durable, dent resistant, and long lasting
What is molding used for?
Adds trim or ornamentation in a room
What is a shade?
A single piece of material hung at the top of a window that can be pulled down
Where does Natural light come from?
Sun, moon, and fire
What are the two types of Manufactured Textiles? Explain both
Synthetic- Made from chemicals EX. Acrylic, nylon, olefin, polyester
Cellulosic- Plants material that is converted using chemicals. EX. acetate and rayon
What is a negative to soft flooring?
Hardest floor to clean, wears out, made from woven fibers
What are the characteristics of Satin paint finish
Smooth, velvety look with a bit more gloss, easy to keep clean
Which direction of the window has the most light control?
South facing windows
Which type of artificial light is the most cost effective?
LED- Light Emitting Diode
List the 4 standard textile finishes
Stain, flame, wear and tear, and anti-static
What is the density of carpet?
Closeness of the yarns
What is Wainscotting?
Decorative wooden paneling on a wall
What are Valances?
A short length of fabric across the top of a window
What is recessed lighting?
Recessed lighting is light fixtures hidden in the ceiling such as can lights are eyeball lights
What is the purpose of a flocking finish?
Adheres tiny fibers to the surface in patterns
Which type of carpet is the most widely used?
Nylon carpet
Which type of paint finish is used most in residences, has subtle shine, and is very washable
Semi-Gloss
What are Shutters?
Vertical sections of wood hinged together, much like
a folding door. The sections have crosswise slats
called louvers, which vary in width
What are the 4 sources of artificial light?
Incandescent, Halogen, Fluorescent, LED
Which type of weave is used to create tapestries?
Jacquard weave
What are some characteristics of Wool carpet?
Long life, great resilience, resists crushing, soil resistant