FLOORING
SUSTAINABILITY
WALL FINISHES
RANDOM
TRADE TERMS
100

This flooring material is made by slicing a thin layer of real wood and adhering it to a plywood or composite core.

What is engineered hardwood?

100

This type of paint releases fewer harmful chemicals into indoor air.

What is low VOC?

100

This paint sheen is commonly used on walls because it is easy to clean and hides imperfections.

What is eggshell or satin?

100

This countertop material is a natural stone known for its veining and heat resistance.

What is marble?

100

This term describes removing existing finishes.

What is demo?

200

This natural flooring material is made from the bark of a tree.

What is cork?

200

This term describes materials that contain content reused from previous products.

What is recycled content?

200

This type of wall finish is typically used behind sinks and stoves.

What is tile backsplash?

200

This countertop surface is engineered and made from natural stone particles and resin.

What is quartz?

200

This trade installs cabinets, trim, and wood details.

What is a millworker or carpenter? 

300

This soft flooring material is commonly used in office spaces and is modular. 

What is carpet tile? 

300

This organization provides green building certification systems such as LEED.

What is the USGBC?

300

This wall finish is made from thin slices of real wood applied to a substrate.

What are wood veneer panels?

300

This paint finish is commonly used on doors and trim.

What is semi-gloss?

300

These words are what FF&E stand for.

What are finishes, fixtures, and equipment? 

400

This flooring product is designed to look like wood but is made from vinyl.

What is LVT or LVP?

400

This interior material is considered sustainable because it is made from fast-growing grass.

What is bamboo?

400

This type of wall covering is durable and often used in healthcare or hospitality settings.

What is vinyl wallcovering? 

400

What is the material that goes between installed tiles?

What is grout? 

400

This document shows finish locations, materials, and installation notes.

What is a finish plan? 

500

This flooring material is often used in gyms and playrooms because it absorbs impact.

What is rubber flooring? 

500

This rating system evaluates buildings for environmental performance, including interior finishes.

What is LEED?

500

This wall finish is made from gypsum and is the most common interior wall surface.

What is drywall?

500

List a metal type commonly used in interiors.

What is nickel, stainless steel, bronze, etc?

500

This term refers to the final walkthrough to identify construction defects.

What is a punch walk?

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