What shape is the tip of a Phillips screwdriver?
AnswerA cross
Phillips drivers have a cross-shaped tip.
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The basics
'Righty-tighty, lefty-loosey' says to tighten most screws by turning which way?
AnswerClockwise
Standard threads tighten clockwise.
Going deeper
What does a stud finder locate?
AnswerWood framing behind drywall
It detects the framing studs that hold heavy items securely.
On sandpaper, what does a higher grit number mean?
AnswerFiner grit
Higher grit numbers mean smaller abrasive particles and a smoother finish.
What is the most common spacing between wall studs in US homes?
Answer16 inches on center
Studs are commonly set 16 inches apart, center to center.
Expert level
What are the actual dimensions of a standard 2x4 board?
Answer1.5 by 3.5 inches
The name reflects rough-sawn size before drying and planing.
What do drywall installers commonly call joint compound?
AnswerMud
Joint compound is nicknamed 'mud' on job sites.
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