Question 8
(a) State three reasons for applying finishes on timber products.
(b) State one use of each of the following materials in carpentry work:
(i) wiggle nail;
(ii) latex foam;
(iii) creosote oil;
(iv) contact glue;
(v) corrugated asbestos sheet.
(c) List four means by which carpentry entrepreneurs advertise their products.
Observation
Most of the candidates were able to:
- state three reasons for applying finishes on timber products;
- list four means by which carpentry entrepreneurs advertise their products.
However, few of them were unable to:
- state one use of the listed materials in carpentry work;
- state three reasons for applying finishes on timber products.
The expected response to question 8 is as given below:
(a) Three reasons for applying finishes on timber products:
- to protect the surface of wood;
- to decorate the surface of wood;
- for hygienic purpose;
- to improve the appearance quality of the wood.
(b) One use of each of the following materials in carpentry work:
- wiggle nail – to strengthen butt joints / mite joints;
- latex foam – in upholstery work to provide softness;
- creosote oil – as preservative for timber;
- contact glue – bonding materials such as plastic, fabrics, leather, glass to wood;
- corrugated asbestos sheet – roof covering, perimeter fencing and hoarding.
(c) Four means by which carpentry entrepreneurs advertise their products:
- Radio
- Television
- Pamphlets/flyers
- Newspapers/magazines
- Internet
- Personal contact
- Product shows/exhibition – hawking