CSLB C-33 Painting & DecoratingPlanning and EstimatingEasy
A painting contractor is preparing a bid for a project that specifies 'Level 3 Drywall Finish'. What is the primary implication for the painting scope of work?
- AA surface suitable for heavy-textured or non-critical painted finishes, requiring minimal sanding of fasteners and corner beads.
- BA surface where all joints and interior angles have tape embedded in joint compound, and one additional coat of compound applied.
- CA surface that receives a skim coat of joint compound over the entire surface, ensuring a uniform texture.
- DA smooth, uniform surface suitable for all types of paint, including gloss finishes, without further preparation.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. A surface where all joints and interior angles have tape embedded in joint compound, and one additional coat of compound applied.
Level 3 drywall finish means that all joints and interior angles have tape embedded in joint compound, and one additional coat of compound applied. Fastener heads and corner beads should also be covered with two separate coats of joint compound.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This describes a Level 2 finish, which has less finish work than Level 3.
- C. This describes a Level 5 finish, which involves a skim coat over the entire surface.
- D. This describes a Level 5 finish, which is much smoother than Level 3.
Level 3 Drywall Finish
A drywall finish standard where all joints and interior angles have tape embedded in joint compound and one additional coat of compound applied, along with two coats over fastener heads and corner beads.
- Suitable for heavy-textured or medium-to-heavy-textured paints.
- Requires more finishing than Level 2, less than Level 4 or 5.
- Commonly used in areas not subject to critical lighting.
Memory trick: Each level builds on the last, for a better wall, faster.