New Trends In Bath Design

1. What can be the advantages of cabinetry pre-fitted to countertops and fixtures?

A. Reduces cost overruns because everything is calculated to fit the first time
B. The cabinetry storage capacity can be maximized by the manufacturer
C. Pre-fitting the materials and eliminating countertop templating results in quicker installation time
D. All of the above.

2. Minimalism is defined by which principles?

A. You can remove nothing further to improve the design
B. You will have less usable storage.
C. Gives the illusion of more space to a room
D. All of the above.
E. A and C only

3. What are some ways to maximize drawer storage capacity in vanities?

A. Select a sink with a rear drain and overflow
B. Choose a shallow sink, vessel sink and or thicker countertop
C. In a two-person vanity use a large single sink with a center drain
D. Have drawers fitted around plumbing constraints in U or L shape configuration
E. All of the above
F. B and C only

4. Which of the following are true statements about Bottle Traps?

A. There are bottle traps in both round and square shapes. These are the standard trap in most European countries
B. There is no need to check with your Authority Having Jurisdiction for local approval.
C. Bottle traps may have "S" traps, bell traps, and may be double trapped
D.Bottle traps that are made with a permanent liner, corrosion free barriers inside, and do not depend on moving parts to function, will meet the nationally recognized Uniform Plumbing Code
E. All of the above
F. A and D only

5. Which of the following statements about new fine fireclay technology are false?

A. Shrinkage of the clay in firing is reduced from 12-15% to 3-5%
B. There is no deviation from the originally intended perfect shape
C. New technology allows the molding of very thin profile porcelain sinks
D. Sinks may have a very delicate and elegant appearance

6. Which of the following are false regarding hands free water and soap dispensing?

A. This technology is for commercial use and not for the residential market
B. Dispensing is fully automated so you don’t have to operate controls, or share germs with other users
C. It provides resource conservation dispensing just the correct amount of water and soap that is necessary
D. It is vandal resistant and shuts off after a short interval

7. Which of these are advantages of floor mounted towel bars?

A. Floor mounted towel bars free up wall space for other purposes. They can help with door swing and window issues
B. Floor mounted towel bars come in single, double and triple configurations. They come in varying heights and widths
C. Towels can be convenient to where they are needed, near to the bath, or the vanity
D. It is possible to free towel access from wall constraint. This in turn may affect where the designer chooses to place plumbing centers and fixtures
E. All of the above

8. Which of the statements about free standing bath accessory features is false?

A. Freestanding tubs can have a built-in shelf area for soaps and shampoos or that can also serve as a platform to sit on and swing your legs into the bath
B. Hand-held sprays add convenience for hair washing, body and hair rinsing and cleanup of the bathtub
C. Wall mounted towel bars can always be reached easily from the bath
D. A bridge shelf rests on the lip of a bathtub for the same utility as an adjacent countertop
E. An adjacent stool or bench for dressing/undressing or grooming makes using a freestanding bathtub more pleasurable, than sitting on a tub edge

9. Which of these are options for ergonomically personalizing bathroom spaces for the size and reachability of the user?

A. Wall mounting sinks, counters, consoles, cabinets, toilets, and bidets allows for height adjustment
B. Shower head heights may be varied, or adjustable shower heads may be clamped to rods and be easily raised or lowered
C. Providing adjustable items such as: hand-held sprays, portable stools, benches and furniture, and free arm or freestanding mirrors
D. All of the above
E. A and C only

10. Which statement about Solid Surface material is false?

A. It is a man-made stone that consists of a homogenous mixture of natural stone, vacuum-treated polyester and aluminum trihydrate
B. The material is inert and non-toxic and is created from a clean production process where a chemical reaction takes place inside the cast molding. Solid Surface is renewable and highly resistant to bacterial and fungal growth. This material is environmentally friendly
C. It is heat, chemical, stain, scratch and impact resistant. It is non-porous and consistent in color and composition the whole way through. The solid nature of the material means any scratches or stains that might occur can be buffed out and then re-polished back to its original finish
D. Solid Surface is created through a new technology created in 2007
E. This material retains heat well. The material has a very natural feel and appearance. Sinks and bathtubs in this material can be cast in molds

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