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1. What is the cleaning solution Sikkens recommends prior to application of its products?

A) 1qt Hydrochloric Acid, 4oz bleach, 3qts Ammonia B) Water and dish soap C) 4oz TSP, 1qt household bleach, 3qts of water D) Any cleaning solution you can find on the shelf

2. Mold and mildew can grow on wood or the surface of a coating when the following conditions are present.

A) 80% relative humidity or above B) 70 degrees Fahrenheit or above C) 21% moisture content of the wood D) All of the above

3. How many weeks of UV exposure will cause vertically installed, uncoated wood to lose 50% of its ability to hold a coating?

A) 2-3 Weeks B) 4 Weeks C) 1 Day D) Never

4. What is the best method of wood preparation to ensure a clean, porous surface on a new deck which has been exposed for 6 weeks?

A) Clean with 4oz TSP, 1qt bleach, 3qts water and power wash @500 psi B) Wipe with acetone C) Sand with 220 grit sandpaper D) Clean with 4oz TSP, qt bleach, 3qts water; power wash @500 psi and then sand with 80 grit sandpaper

5. A synthetic nylon-polyester brush is recommended for application of:

A) Rubbol Siding Finish B) Rubbol DEK C) Rubbol Solid Stain D) All of the above

6. How often is a maintenance coat necessary for southern exposed siding coated with either the Cetol Log & Siding or Cetol 1 and Cetol 23 Plus systems?

A) 5 to 7 years, or when visually required B) 10 years if ever C) 2 to 3 years D) 5 to 6 years, or when visually necessary

7. All of the Cetol products provide protection for wood due to the following:

A) The use of finely ground iron oxide pigments for UV protection B) The use of high quality proprietary resin giving excellent durability C) The use of resins which combine good durability with excellent microporosity (breathability) D) All of the above

8. If a film building product with a rich, translucent look is desired on fences or garden furniture which system should be used?

A) 3 coats of Cetol 1 B) 3 coats of Cetol SRD C) 2 coats of Cetol DEK D) 2 coats of Door & Window

9. Which Sikkens Cetol translucent product can be used on both siding and decking applications?

A) Cetol DEK B) Cetol Door & Window C) Cetol SRD D) All of the above

10. When using the Cetol DEK Finish system for decks, the following rules apply:

A) 2ft or more clearance from the ground B) Coated on all six sides C) Floorboards should be properly gapped D) All of the above

11. The system to be used when a film building, translucent system is desired on a hardwood deck is?

A) 3 coats of Cetol DEK or 2 coats Cetol DEK Finish B) 3 coats of Cetol SRD C) 1 coat Cetol SRD D) 2 coats of Cetol UV Interior

12. The best system for doors and windows, especially where they receive full southern UV exposure is:

A) 1 coat Cetol SRD B) 3 coats Cetol Door & Window clear C) 3 coats Cetol Door & Window ready mix color D) 1 coat Cetol Door & Window ready mix and 2 coats Cetol Door & Window clear

13. Rubbol Siding Finish is a solid color product which gives excellent durability and performance due to:

A) Superior color retention B) Excellent flexibility C) Hybrid alkyd/acrylic technology instead of pure linseed oil D) All of the above

14. Which Sikkens product would you recommend on wood siding installed on the interior of an indoor pool, or table (eating surface)?

A) Nothing B) Cetol 1 C) Cetol UV Interior D) Cetol Interior Clear

15. Which clear interior product was developed to maintain a natural wood appearance and retard the yellowing of the wood?

A) Cetol UV Interior B) Cetol BL Interior Clear C) Cetol Interior Clear D) All of the above

16. What are the advantages of using the Next Wave High Solids Cetol Log & Siding product?

A) Soap and water clean-up B) Less coats needed to achieve optimal performance C) Can be recoated in 4 to 6 hours D) None