Wood Preparation
Staining
Finish
Safety
Tools / Machines
100
What is the rating of the size of abrasive materials on the sandpaper called?
Grit
100
What is the main purpose of wood stain?
Change the color/ appearance of wood.
100
What are the 2 bases of stain/ finish?
Water-based
Oil-based
100
Name 1 safety rule that must be followed when using a stationary sander.
Tie back loose hair/ clothes
Keep the stock flat on the table
Wear PPE
Keeps hands a safe distance away
etc.
100
What are these tools?
Sanding blocks
200
The lower the grit, the more __________ (texture/ feeling) the sandpaper.
Coarse
200
Name 2 tools/ application methods of stain
Brush
Rag
Staining Pad
200
What must be done between each coat of finish?
Lightly sand and vacuum.
200
Name 3 workplace conditions that must be met during the finishing process.
Warm
Dry
Well ventilated
Clean/ dust free
200
What is this tool?
Random orbital sander
300
What direction should you sand in?
With the grain.
300
When applying an oil-based stain/ finish, what type of brush should you use?
Natural bristles
300
What is the primary purpose of wood finish?
Protect wood
300
How should you dispose of rags after wiping away excess stain?
Fireproof bin
300
What is this machine? What is it used for?
Disk sander - sands smaller straight edges and convex curves.
400
What is the best way to remove dust after sanding / before applying a finish?
Vacuum
400
When using a water-based stain/finish, what type of brush should you use during application?
Synthetic bristles
400
Name 2 factors that affect the appearance of your final product.
# of coats
Type of finish used
Application method
Workplace conditions
400
Name 4 items of PPE that should be worn while finishing.
Gloves
Safety glasses
Apron
Mast/ respirator
400
What is this machine? What is it used for?
Spindle sander - sands concave curves.
500
If you start with 80 grit sandpaper, the next grit you should use is 120. This sanding sequence follows what rule?
50% rule
500
How do you clean a brush after using water-based vs oil-based finishes?
Water-based = soap + water
Oil-based = mineral spirits / paint thinner
500
What is the technique of running your brush (45° angle) very gently across the surface immediately after you apply the finish?
Tipping
500
What side of the disk sander should you use? Why?
The left side. The disk spins counterclockwise so when the stock is on the left, the disk is spinning the wood downwards towards the table.
500
What is this machine? What is it used for?
Belt sander - sands larger straight edges and convex curves