Section 4 Quiz

Which type of wood flooring could be installed easily and LEAST expensively in a residential living room? A. block B. strip C. laminate D. parquet

D. parquet

A designer wants to select a floor covering that is sustainable and resilient, and offers acoustical control. What flooring material best meets these criteria? A. cork B. linoleum C. vinyl tile D. wood parquet

A

when selecting a sofa for a residential family room, an interior designer is generally most concerned with which of the following? (Choose the four that apply) A. fabric color B. fabric type C. cushion density D. tufting pattern E. flame-retardant composition F. bacterial resistance

A, B, C, and E An interior designer who is choosing a sofa for a residential family room would be most concerned with the sofa's color, durability, cleanability, health implications, and flammability, all of which are influenced by the type of fabric selected. Cushion density affects the durability of the sofa. While bacterial resistance may be important in commercial installations, such as a hospital flame retardant used can have health implications. In most cases, the tufting pattern in a residential family room does not directly affect any of these, so this would be of least concern to the designer.

What is the characteristic of a Class I fire-rated carpet? A. does not burn B. does not offgass C. does not smolder D. does not ignite

D. does not ignite

Wood flooring will expand when it becomes damp. What type of materials can be used in the subfloor installation to prevent moisture from seeping up and to allow for expansion? A. #15 asphalt felt and polyethylene film B. none of these C. polyethylene film or 3/4" plywood D. 2x4 wood sleepers

A. #15 asphalt felt and polyethylene film

Which flooring test provides the best measure of slip resistance? A. ASTM D2047 B. ASTM F1677 C. ASTM C1028 D. ASTM F1679

A. ASTM D2047

Which method of veneer matching should a designer avoid when specifying veneer application if they have a small budget, have multiple areas in the project to cover and there are several windows or doors throughout the space? A. Blueprint match B. Warehouse match C. Balance match D. Random match

A. Blueprint match

To specify an acceptable type of wallcovering, which of the following tests should the designer require that the wallcovering pass? A. Steiner tunnel test B. smoke density chamber test C. vertical ignition test D. methenamine pill test

A. Steiner tunnel test

Which of these carpet fibers would be the BEST option for a specification on a project seeking LEED Certification and specifically concerned with Life-Cycle Cost (LCC)? A. Wool B. Silk C. Green Label Plus Cotton D. Nylon

A. Wool

How can an interior designer control the acoustic quality of a room? A. all of these B. design of ceilings C. through space planning D. selection of finishes

A. all of these

When estimating how much fabric will be required for custom designed draperies, which of the following will you need to consider when determining the total fabric width needed? A. all of these B. the return, the opening size, the stacking space C. the amount of fullness of the drapery, the opening size D. the opening size, the amount of fullness, the return

A. all of these

What type of cushioning would be best for a hospital waiting room? A. high-density foam B. low-density polyurethane C. cotton batting D. combustion modified foam with a low ILD

A. high-density foam

If you were looking for an inexpensive, compact light source that could easily be dimmed and produces warm color to be used in a dining room chandelier, which of the following would be your best choice? A. incandescent lamp B. halogen lamp C. high intensity discharge (HID) D. fluorescent lamp

A. incandescent lamp

When specifying a specialty flooring material, the interior designer can obtain unbiased information on the hazards of a cleaning agent, required for maintenance, from the A. material safety data sheet B. Environmental Protection Agency C. cleaning agent manufacturer D. flooring manufacturer

A. material safety data sheet

Which form of stainless steel should be specified for ornamental interior applications? A. ornamental tubing B. sheets C. ornamental strips D. plates

A. ornamental tubing

When working in commercial construction what should an interior designer have the mechanical engineer or architect check to ensure that it does not create a problem with the HVAC system? A. window treatments B. sprinkler head location C. speakers D. smoke detectors

A. window treatments

The most naturally fire-resistant untreated fabric is A. wool B. cotton C. acrylic D. nylon

A. wool

When a fabric has been fire-retardant treated, it will A. resist ignition B. not burn C. contribute to smoke inhibition D. have a lower flame spread

B

Which of the following organization would be the best resource for an interior designer looking for independent, third-party information on the sustainability of architectural woodwork materials? A. Architectural Woodwork Institute B. BuildingGreen C. Forest Stewardship Council D. U.S. Green Building Council

B

To increase the sound transmission coefficient (STC) of an interior partition, the interior designer should include which of the following? (Choose the four that apply) A. sound absorbing material on one side B. double layer of gypsum wallboard C. sealant at all joints D. wood studs E. resilient channel F. insulation in the wall stud cavity

B, C, E, and F. A double layer of wallboard increases the mass of the partition, sealant stops sound leaks through cracks, resilient channels minimize vibration, and insulation dampens any sound waves within the partition. Placing sound-absorbing material on the "quiet" side of the partition may reduce noise in the quiet room through absorption of the sound waves, but it will not increase the actual STC value. Using wood studs or metal studs does not significantly affect the noise reduction through the partition

Which of the following are effective strategies for controlling moisture when detailing the area around a spa pool? ( Choose the four that apply) A. adhesives B. drainage C. slip resistance D. flashing E. tile selection F. sealants

B, D, E, and F Drainage, flashing, tile selection, and sealants must be used correctly to prevent penetration of water to the substrates. Material selection must include impervious tile. Although the correct selection of adhesives and flooring materials with appropriate slip resistance ratings is important, these choices do not directly affect moisture control.

What MOST affects the flammability of upholstery? A. type of chemical retardant used B. cushioning and surface fabric C. surface fabric and interliner D. surface fabric

B. Although chemical retardants and interlines are important considerations in upholstery flammability resistance, the combination of surface fabric and cushioning has the greatest effect.

What is the most important criterion for lighting a fabric showroom? A. coefficient of utilization B. CRI C. color temperature D. visual comfort probability

B. CRI

________________ is best located with the help of drawings, as much of it is related to the communication, electrical, and other architectural features of the building. A. Furnishings B. Equipment C. Finishes D. all of these

B. Equipment

A client has requested that you select ergonomic task seating as part of the FF&E package you are preparing for an office space. In selecting the seating, which of the following elements of the chair do not need to be adjustable? A. Height of the backrest B. Seat firmness C. Seat height D. Lumbar support

B. Seat firmness

Which vinyl wall covering should be recommended for the family room in a single-family dwelling? A. Type IV B. Type I C. Type III D. Type II

B. Type I

You have been contracted to redesign a gutted condo in a high-rise multi-use building. Your client is a concert violinist who often practices at home. Which of the following wall treatments would be the most functional and aesthetically pleasing? A. leather tiles B. acoustic panels C. fabric wall covering D. upholstery

B. acoustic panels

Which of the following is NOT a type of resilient flooring? A. linoleum B. bamboo C. vinyl composition tile or VCT D. cork

B. bamboo

Your current design for a corporate space has several unique collaboration zones that are distinguished with their own finish and furniture specifications. Which is the best way to present the finish and furniture design for these areas for the client to provide their approval or comments? A. create a presentation model with a virtual fly-through of each area B. create a board for each area combining the finishes and furniture on each board C. create a finish board and a furniture board D. create a full scale mockup of each collaboration zone

B. create a board for each area combining the finishes and furniture on each board

In what order of importance should tables for a college library be purchased? A. quality, comfort, then finish B. durability, cost, then design C. flammability, design, then comfort D. finish, flammability, then cost

B. durability, cost, then design

Typically what are the first items of FF&E that an interior designer should research? A. finishes B. furniture or accessory items C. casegoods D. flooring

B. furniture or accessory items

FF&E is an acronym for? A. finishes, furnishing and equipment B. furniture, fixtures and equipment C. finishes, furniture and equipment D. none of these

B. furniture, fixtures and equipment

How would you best use color to widen a narrow room? A. paint all four walls a dark color and the ceiling a light bright contrasting neutral color B. paint the end walls with a bright warm color and paint the side walls a lighter, cooler color C. paint all four walls a light bright color and paint the ceiling a darker value of that color D. paint all four walls and the ceiling a light bright neutral color

B. paint the end walls with a bright warm color and paint the side walls a lighter, cooler color

When goods are shipped FOB destination, who has title to them while they are in transit? A. the buyer B. the seller C. the carrier D. none of the above

B. the seller

A manufactureer claims that its product meets an ASTM standard, but refers to the standard only by number and title. The interior designer can best review the standard by A. calling the trade association representing the type of product in question B. getting the standard form the manufacturer C. ordering th standard directly from ASTM or from a third-party sellers D. searching a university or research library

C

When making furnishing selections, what should an interior designer consider to ensure that the item will perform as expected and meet minimum construction standards? A. sustainability B. Material Data Sheets C. design D. industry standards for furniture

D. industry standards for furniture

In what order of importance should tables for a college library be selected? A. flammability, design, then comfort B. finish, flammability, then design C. durability, cost, then design D. quality, comfort, then finish

C. Because institutional furniture takes much abuse and must last a long time, its durability is important. This suggests option C or D because quality can be considered a measure of durability. However, cost is usually an important factor in furniture selection for this type of client, so option C is the best.

This is a measure of how well a light source makes colored objects appear when compared to a "reference" light source. The higher the number, the better the color appearance: A. Candelas B. Intensity C. Color rendering index D. Lumens

C. Color rendering index

Which of the following would be the best fabric selection to use for upholstery in a retirement facility? A. Polyester B. Acrylic C. Crypton D. Nylon

C. Crypton

Which element in the design of a residential space MOST directly establishes the character of the interior? A. Location and type of architectural lighting B. Furniture and upholstery patterns C. Wall colors and finishes D. Accessory items for impact

C. Wall colors and finishes

Which type of seaming is the MOST appropriate for upholstered furniture in a smoking lounge? A. channeling B. buttoning C. railroading D. welt cording

C. When smoldering resistance, sometimes referred to as cigarette ignition resistance, is a high priority (such as in a smoking lounge), railroad seaming should be used. Railroading is the application of fabric to furniture so that there are no intermediate seam details where cigarettes could lodge and ignite. Dropped cigarettes can easily lodge and ignite in channeling, buttoning, and welt cording seams; therefore, they should not be used

Your client has told you that they would like a living room rug that is natural, environmentally friendly, and free of dyes and other harsh chemicals. It must also be durable and wick moisture/spills. Which of the following would be the best choice? A. a sisal rug B. a combination wool and synthetic blend rug C. a 100% wool rug D. a berber rug

C. a 100% wool rug

All of the following are true about trade associations EXCEPT? A. make their information available to interior designer free of charge or for a nominal fee B. the guidelines and standards developed by trade associations are sometimes adopted as industry standards that become the benchmark against which the quality of manufacture and installation is compared C. are usually the most authoritative and biased information source D. are one of the best sources of product information

C. are usually the most authoritative and biased information source

Which type of seaming would be LEAST appropriate for seating where cigarettes are likely to be dropped? A. railroading B. buttoning C. channeling D. welt cording

C. channeling

NFPA 701 relates to which of the following items? A. wallcoverings B. fabrics C. draperies D. floor coverings

C. draperies

The following describes which type of flooring: Composed from various resins, fibers, plasticizers, and/or fillers, this material is formed under heat and pressure to produce a thin material, either sheets or tiles. This is applied with mastic to a subfloor of concrete, plywood or other smooth underlayment. A. stone flooring B. wood flooring C. resilient flooring D. terrazzo

C. resilient flooring

One of the most common lighting problems in traditional drafting rooms is? A. excessive heat from task lighting B. direct glare C. veiling glare D. excessive brightness ratio

C. veiling glare

Which of the following would be the least useful to a designer in procuring furniture and furnishing BUT are typically excellent sources of information? A. specialty shops B. showrooms C. manufacturer's website D. internet retailer

D. internet retailer

The interior designer's best source concerning the limitations on the use of a product can be obtained from the A. trade association representing the product type B. specialty contractor who installs the product C. building code official who inspects the product D. manufacturer who makes the product

D. manufacturer who makes the product

You are planning a wood paneling, ceiling coffers, and wainscoting design for a restaurant. What percentage of wall and ceiling area cannot be exceeded? A. 15% B. 25% C. 20% D. 10%

D. 10%

Which is the most correct statement about acoustic quality? A. Sound of 50 dB is twice as loud as a sound of 25dB. B. A good acoustic material absorbs all frequencies equally. C. A desirable goal of acoustic design is to eliminate all background noise. D. A 7 dB reduction of the noise within a room would be clearly noticeable.

D. A 7 dB reduction of the noise within a room would be clearly noticeable.

What testing method and standard is used for interior wall and ceiling textile finishes? A. NFPA 265 (Room Corner Test) B. NFPA 701 (Vertical Ignition Test) C. ASTM D2859 (Methenamine Pill Test) D. ASTM E-84 (Steiner Tunnel Test)

D. ASTM E-84 (Steiner Tunnel Test)

Fabrics are measured in their wear by a double rub test. What test is the measurement for this? A. British Standards Institution BSI BS 6165 B. International Standards Organization ISO 105-D15 C. American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists AATCC D. American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM D4157

D. American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM D4157

In which situation should an interior designer include a furniture plan as part of their construction drawing package? A. If the existing furniture is being reused/relocated B. A furniture plan should never be included in a construction drawing package as it is confusing to mix construction and furniture drawings. A furniture plan should always be separate. C. To coordinate the location of electrical outlets in relation to the location of furniture D. Both A and C E. To show locations of new furniture only. The client takes care of any furniture to be reused

D. Both A and C

Which furniture test requires that an actual piece of furniture, or an accurate full-size mockup, be tested for flammability in a large furnace? A. CAL TB 116 B. CAL TB 117 C. CAL TB 129 D. CAL TB 133

D. California Technical Bulletin 133, similar to NFPA 266, requires an actual sample of furniture, or an accurate mockup of it, be tested for flammability in a large furnace. CAL TB 116 and CAL TB 117 test the cigarette ignition resistance of upholstered furniture and only require samples of furniture upholstery components. CAL TB 129 tests the flammability of mattresses.

In a larger set of construction drawings, which drawing number would indicate a plumbing drawing? A. E2 B. FP2 C. A2 D. M2

D. M2

When selecting paint for a hospital, which of the following characteristics is MOST important? A. abrasion resistance B. chemical resistance C. flammability D. VOC emissions

D. Of the characteristics provided, volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions are the most important to consider when choosing interior paint for hospitals. Paints, varnishes, carpets, adhesives, and other household products can emit VOC gases, which have a variety of short- and long-term adverse health effects, such as headaches, fatigue, dizziness, or liver and kidney damage. In all indoor environments, but especially in healthcare facilities, products with low VOC emissions should be used. Where abrasion resistance is an important consideration, a finish other than paint should be used. Chemical resistant paint is a specially formulated finish that is unaffected by chemicals; for most hospitals, chemical staining is not an issue. Water-based paint is not flammable.

When making furniture decisions, what should the interior designer consider? A. FF&E requirements established by a rating system such as LEED B. industry standards C. federal, state and local restrictions related to FF&E D. all of these

D. all of these

What type of lighting system would be the most appropriate for a call center where each employee works in front of a bank of computer monitors? A. direct-indirect B. general diffuse C. semi-indirect D. indirect

D. an indirect lighting system, where all the ambient light is directed upward and reflected off the ceiling, would minimize glare. Any system that directs light downward has the potential for creating glare on a reflective surface, reducing visibility and causing eye strain. Options A, B, and C would all create this condition

The best way to avoid fabric slippage over a cushion would be to specify A. a high-density foam cushion with an interliner B. a heavy fabric pulled tightly over the cushion C. rounded corners with welts D. channeling

D. channeling

Which of the following would be a design concept statement for a restaurant with a great view? A. to create a design that increase nightly revenue B. all of these are examples of design concept statements C. to create an environment that encourages patrons to complete their dining in an expedient manner so as to maximize the number of nightly patrons D. to create a neutral background of cool color finishes while maximizing the view of the city skyline

D. to create a neutral background of cool color finishes while maximizing the view of the city skyline

When reviewing a detail of a gypsum wall board niche to receive a built-in millwork cabinet, the interior designer should be MOST concerned with A. clearance B. connection C. movement D. tolerance

D. tolerance

Who will use the finish plan? A. electrician B. furniture installer C. drywall subcontractor D. wall covering contractor

D. wall covering contractor

Kelly is specifying the fabric to be used for the custom fabrication of window treatments in an assisted living facility. Which of the following is the most important consideration when selecting the fabric? A. heat gain and heat loss B. colorfastness to light C. durability D. offgassing E. flammability

E. flammability