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Key Facts: C-6 Cabinet, Millwork and Finish Carpentry Exam
3.5 hrs
Time Limit
CSLB
4 Years
Experience
CSLB
$450
App Fee
CSLB
5
Topics
Study Guide
25%
Cab. Installation
Outline
The C-6 examination is a 3.5-hour computer-delivered test administered by PSI. It requires 4 years of qualifying experience and a $450 application fee. Key topics include cabinet installation (25%), fabrication (24%), planning (20%), millwork installation (16%), and safety (15%).
Sample C-6 Cabinet, Millwork and Finish Carpentry Practice Questions
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1A finish carpenter needs to order 4/4 red oak lumber for a custom cabinet job requiring 5 boards measuring 1 inch thick, 8 inches wide, and 10 feet long. What is the total board footage required?
2An estimator is calculating 8/4 cherry lumber for a millwork order consisting of 4 rough planks measuring 2 inches thick, 6 inches wide, and 12 feet long. Including a 15% waste factor, how many board feet should be ordered?
3A room measuring 18 feet by 24 feet requires crown molding around the entire ceiling perimeter. Adding a 10% waste factor for miters and cuts, what total linear footage of crown molding should be purchased?
4A commercial millwork shop needs to fabricate cabinet carcases requiring 480 square feet of 3/4-inch veneer-core plywood. How many standard 4-foot by 8-foot sheet goods must be ordered, assuming zero scrap reuse?
5On architectural woodwork blueprints, what does a drawing callout symbol consisting of a circle divided horizontally with a number above and below indicate?
6According to the Architectural Woodwork Standards (AWS), which quality grade represents the highest level of material quality, joinery precision, and surface finish intended for high-profile executive millwork?
7A continuous base cabinet run measures 141 inches between finished walls. The combined width of the pre-assembled modular cabinets totals 138 inches. What total filler strip width is required to bridge the remaining opening?
8A plastic laminate countertop layout requires covering 110 square feet of surface area. If individual High-Pressure Laminate (HPL) sheets measure 4 feet by 10 feet, how many sheets are needed allowing 10% waste?
9In face-frame cabinet design, a double-door opening measures 36 inches wide. If a 1/2-inch overlay door style is used with a 1/8-inch reveal between the center doors, what is the required width of each individual door panel?
10A finish carpenter is bidding a custom wainscoting project encompassing 60 linear feet of wall space. If labor productivity is estimated at 1.5 linear feet per hour, how many total labor hours should be budgeted for installation?
About the C-6 Cabinet, Millwork and Finish Carpentry Exam
The C-6 exam tests the applicant's knowledge of planning and estimating, cabinetry and millwork fabrication, cabinet and millwork installation, and job site safety in California.
Exam sponsor: California Contractors State License Board (CSLB). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Assessment
Question count not published by the exam provider
Time Limit
3.5 hours
Passing Score
Disclosed at test site
Fees, eligibility, and exam policies can change. Confirm them with the exam sponsor before applying or paying.
Our practice resources: topics covered
We aim to reflect publicly available exam outlines and topic information in our study resources. Coverage, format, and difficulty may differ from the actual exam, and we cannot guarantee that every detail is accurate or current. Confirm exam requirements, fees, and policies with the official exam sponsor.
Planning and Estimating
Interpreting plans and specifications, estimating materials, and calculating labor costs.
Cabinetry and Millwork Fabrication
Knowledge of wood properties, joinery, machinery, adhesives, and finishing materials.
Cabinet Installation
Procedures for installing wall and base cabinets, hardware, countertops, and layout methods.
Millwork Installation
Installing doors, molding, trim, paneling, stair parts, and specialty millwork.
Worker and Job Site Safety
Cal/OSHA regulations, tool safety, hazardous materials, and personal protective equipment.
Preparing for the C-6 Cabinet, Millwork and Finish Carpentry Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: Disclosed at test site
- Assessment: Question count not published by the exam provider
- Time limit: 3.5 hours
- Exam / certification fees: $450 application fee Official sources
Using Our Practice Resources
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- Review every answer and explanation
- Track weak areas and revisit them
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C-6 Cabinet, Millwork and Finish Carpentry: Suggested Study Strategy
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the C-6 examination?
The examination is 3.5 hours long and is computer-delivered at PSI testing centers.
What is the experience requirement for the C-6 license?
Applicants must have at least 4 years of verifiable journey-level experience within the past 10 years.
Can I bring a calculator to the test?
You may only use the basic, non-programmable calculator provided at the testing center.
What materials do I need to study?
Review the official CSLB C-6 Study Guide, California Building Code, NAAWS guidelines, and Cal/OSHA safety regulations.