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Learn more about CTEF's Tile Inspection Course scheduled November 12-16, 2007.


 
 


Learn the vital knowledge you need to successfully install ceramic tile in fast track construction...taught in practical, hands-on modular room settings.

 
 

If you miss more than one of the questions below, your job is at greater risk of an installation failure. Keep up-to-date with the latest technology and cost saving techniques.

Ceramic Tile Inspection Course

Under ANSI A-108. 11 Cement backer units can be installed over?

ANSWER: C. 16" Centers

The basis of acceptance for Standard Grade tile using an 80 tile lot of glazed wall or quarry tile allows for how many tile may have facial and structural defects before rejection of the lot?

ANSWER: C. 7

The standard test for performance rating using a flooring system as defined under ASTM C627 is known as:

ANSWER: E. Robinson Floor Test

The Gypsum Association Standards for the application and finishing of Gypsum Board are

ANSWER: B. GA-216

Which material should be used for bonding a 12 x 12 porcelain tile in direct bond applications:

ANSWER: C. 118.4

The allowable moisture content for concrete surfaces to receive ceramic tile using thinset is:

ANSWER: E. None of above


The expansion joint in an interior floor exposed to direct sunlight under EJ 171 should be:

ANSWER: C. 8'-12"


Which of the following would not be considered a cleavage membrane under ANSI standards.

ANSWER: D. Red Rosin

Which of the following is the absorption rate of a semi Vitreous tile:

ANSWER: A. 3 - 7%


The breaking strength for ceramic mosaic shall be:

ANSWER: A. Greater than 250 PSI