Red Seal Drywall Finisher and Plasterer Practice Exam

What finishing technique is required for Level 3 drywall?

1. Only the first coat of joint compound

2. Two coats of joint compound with a texture

3. One coat of joint compound with no texture

4. Skim coat over the entire surface

The correct answer is: Two coats of joint compound with a texture

Level 3 drywall finishing is typically characterized by the application of two coats of joint compound, followed by a spray texture. This level of finish is generally used in environments where walls will be subjected to significant wear and tear or where a texture is desired for aesthetic reasons, such as in commercial applications. The textured finish helps to hide inconsistencies in the drywall surface and provides a more visually appealing outcome. In contrast, a single coat of joint compound without texture or simply the first coat alone does not meet the standard for a Level 3 finish, which requires the additional layer and texturing for proper durability and aesthetics. A skim coat over the entire surface generally describes a more advanced level of finish (Level 5), which involves a very smooth texture and is not applicable to a basic Level 3 finish. Therefore, the requirement for two coats of joint compound with a texture aligns perfectly with the standards for achieving a Level 3 drywall finish.