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NHIE Home Inspection Manual: House Interior Study Questions With Complete Solutions
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NHIE Home Inspection Manual: House Interior StudyQuestions With Complete Solutions
Cabinet & countertop, description Correct Answer Common
cabinet dimensions:
- base cabinets: 24" deep
- wall cabinets: 12" deep
- distance between base & wall: 18"
Common vanity dimensions
- base cabinet: 18"-21" deep
- base cabinet height: 31 (old standard); 36 (new standard)
Misc
- filler strips prevent drawers & doors from interfering with
drawers & doors on other wall
Lower quality construction:
- frames made of partial board or MDF
- fasten to wall through back panel
Higher quality construction:
- frames made of solid-wood or plywood
- fasten to wall through solid framing
Cabinet & countertop, installation Correct Answer - should be
installed securely
- fastened using#8x2 1/2" screws or larger
- installed level and plumb
- shims to compensate for wall & floors out of plumb & level
,Cabinet & countertop, overview (P. 475) Correct Answer 1)
cabinets, description
2) cabinets, installation
3) cabinets, typical defects
Cabinet & countertop, typical defects Correct Answer 1)
cabinets worn or damaged
2) cabinets loose on wall
3) cabinets not level or plumb
4) drawers or doors strike other drawers or doors
5) handles or pulls absent or loose
6) doors or drawers front are loose
7) drawers don't open/close properly
8) wall cabinets too low
9) shelves sag
Can wood paneling be installed as an interior finish in a garage?
Correct Answer Answer:
- No, paneling cannot be installed in a garage because it does not
provide fire separation.
countertops, overview Correct Answer 1) description
2) installation
3) typical defects
countertops, typical defects Correct Answer 1) countertop or
substrate worn or damaged
2) countertop loose
3) countertop not level
4) laminate loose at seams or edges
5) countertop seams near sink
, 6) gap between countertop & backsplash not sealed
grout worn or absent on backsplash or countertop
7) countertop cantilever not supported
8) countertop has sharp edges
Floor cover, carpet, installation Correct Answer - installed on
almost any subfloor
- not recommended in wet areas or over damp subfloors
- joined w/seam tape (e.g., fiberglass or plastic material with
heat activated adhesive)
- secured in place with tac strips
Floor cover, carpet, typical defects Correct Answer 1) carpet
dirty, stained, worn, faded, or damaged
2) carpet shrunk or expanded causing pull away from wall or
ripple
3) carpet is loose
4) seams unusually visible
5) carpet installed in damp area causing odor/mold
6) odors detected immediately after installation (off gassing)
7) transitions piece is absent, improper type, or improper
installation
Floor covering, carpet, description Correct Answer - natural or
synthetic yarn attached to backing
- usually synthetic yarn (e.g., nylon, acrylic or polyester)
- wool and cotton yarn available for natural options
- uncommon because of high cost
- commonly available in 12 ft. width
- less commonly 13 1/2' to 15
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