Can You Correctly ID These Common Building Materials?

Rebar is also known as reinforcing steel. It is used to strengthen concrete.

Mortar functions as a paste to hold bricks together. It can be dyed different colors for any job.

Wood putty is used to fill defects in wood or to cover nails and screws on woodworking jobs.

Gravestones are commonly made from limestone as well.

Steel is a common material for large buildings because it is incredibly strong.

Plywood is made by gluing several layers of wood together. This makes it incredibly strong.

Asphalt shingles are usually overlapping and can be great insulators. They are great for cold climates.

Capping bricks are generally used to top off freestanding brick walls and give a bit more visual design appeal.

The most common trade name for acrylic glass is Plexiglass. This is a very common building material that can be used in a great variety of building projects.

Fiberglass insulation is also known as glass wool. It is one of the most common types of home insulation.

Pine is a soft wood and is easily recognized by its white or yellow coloring.

Vinyl siding has been incredibly popular for some time. It is especially good to have in areas that experience a lot of harsh weather conditions.

While plaster has many uses, when it comes to building construction, it is generally used to coat walls and ceilings and hide seams where two pieces of drywall meet.

Stucco is generally applied wet. When it dries, it hardens and becomes very solid.

Carbon fiber is stronger than steel, and more flexible.

Hex bolts are very strong. They can fasten steel, wood, and other materials for large construction projects.

Terra cotta is a strong earthenware material. It makes a great natural insulator.

Ceramic tiles can be used for much more than flooring. A new trend is ceramic tile countertops.

Finishing nails are used in molding projects or other situations in which you might want to hide the head of the nail.

Tack nails can be spotted from their tiny stature. They are also used for stretching fabrics.

Green board drywall is generally used in the construction of bathrooms and other areas prone to moisture. While it is moisture resistant, it is not waterproof.

Brick veneers are a less expensive way to give your home or project a brick exterior.

Kevlar is also used in construction. What makes it appealing to builders is that it isn't as rigid as steel.

Masonry nails can be used in materials like concrete, stone, and brick. They are preferred for a lot of building jobs because they are so strong.

Flathead screws are often used in carpentry and home repair projects.

Some cotton batting is made from recycled blue jean material; this is known as denim insulation.

Oak is a high-quality wood that can be used to build pretty much anything. However, it takes about 150 years for an oak tree to be mature enough to turn into lumber.

Cedar works well for projects that will end up outdoors because it can resist rotting. You can spot it from its red tint.

Common burnt clay bricks are used in a variety of building projects. They are made by being pressed into molds and fired in kilns.

This is the most common kind of caulk. It is great for sealing molding and windows.

While not used as much anymore, these nails were once the most common flooring nail used.

The button head screw is a light-duty fastener. It shouldn't be used in constructions that will need to withstand a lot of force.

Fiber cement is known for its strength and durability. It's commonly used for siding in buildings.

The blue color in engineering bricks comes from the type of clay used and their being fired at high temperatures.

Balsa wood is generally used in decorative building and model work.

Cherry wood is notoriously easy to work with. It's a common wood for natural hardwood flooring.

Building a foundation takes the right materials. After all, the foundation sets the rest the building.

Sand-lime bricks are popular in the United States and Germany. They are a less expensive substitute for cement.

The purpose of this screw is to create fastening support with minimal surface obstruction.

This drywall is covered in fiberglass to help protect its gypsum core, which is water resistant.