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Paperhanging tools and equipment

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  • Name three types of equipment that are used for measuring and setting out starting points.
    Spirit level, laser level , plumb bob
  • What fold do we use when hanging paper horizontally?
    Concertina
  • What are water colour pencils used for when decorating?
    To colour roll ends or to 'fix' tiny tears
  • Where should you store your tools and equipment after use?
    In a dry, well ventilated place.
  • What equipment can you use to clean your tools?
    Rags, sponges, kettle/bucket and water
  • Why is it important to have warm water, a kettle and sponge with you when paperhanging?
    To clean down tools, the table and any surfaces that shouldn't have paste on.
  • Explain the process for painting a panel door.
    Mouldings and panels first, muntins next, rails top to bottom, stiles.
  • What type of equipment is made up of a counterweight and string?
    Plumb bob
  • Where do we store oil brushes?
    Brush keep
  • Why is it important to keep your tools and equipment in good condition?
    So they stay in the best condition and do their job better, because they are expensive to replace, leaves a better impression on your customers.
  • Name two types of equipment that can be used to smooth wallpaper when applying it to a surface?
    Paperhanging brush, vinyl smoother, plastic smoother, seam roller.
  • How can paperhanging shears be sharpened?
    On an oil stone or rubbed gently with fine abrasive
  • What year did the first world war start?
    1914
  • What's the difference between a trimming knife and a stanley knife?
    A trimming knife can be snapped off regularly to keep a sharp blade, a stanley blade needs replacing when blunt.
  • What tools can be used to cut and trim wallpaper?
    Shears/scissors, trimming knife.
  • What is a mist coat and why do we use it?
    Thinned down vinyl matt used to seal bare plaster and highlight imperfections
  • How do you use a plumb bob?
    Hold to wall, let gravity do its work until the weight stops swinging then draw a pencil behind straight behind it.
  • Do 10 squats
    Hurrah
  • What fold do we use on paper when hanging vertically?
    Centre fold/half fold