News
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Sep 04, 2015
Check out this tile bed!
The photo below shows a flood test of an Efflock tile screed 1 metre x 1 metre wide. Around the perimeter is a 20mm aluminium angle stuck to the surface with silicone, and filled with water. This test was made independently by Don's Tiles in Narellan (near Sydney). At the time this photo was taken, the screed had been flooded for 48 hours (notice on the right hand side one small leak coming from the sealant). Don's Tiles now include Efflock into their bathroom installations because it makes good sense. When an average bathroom costs around $20,000, $30 worth of Efflock is...
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Jul 02, 2015
Elastomeric paints are a wise choice for efflorescence prevention
Without damp or water penetration, efflorescence cannot occur. Efflorescence is caused by a concentration of salts that have been dissolved by moisture and transported by capillary action to a point of discharge where the moisture evaporates, and leaves the salts behind. Water is the most destructive compound that works against the health and longevity of any building, in so many different ways other than just efflorescence. Therefore, a quality building specification must always pay careful attention to preventing the ingress of water and damp in every situation. For over a decade, a cement rendered and painted finish has been very popular in Australia. Render has often been applied...
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Jun 29, 2015
Architectural Product News
Efflock appears in the current issue of Architectural Product News. To see the online version, click here. Readers of APN can request more information on Efflock or any other product through the magazine's enquiry card system.
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Jun 05, 2015
Waterproofing a Pool - Is it necessary?
It is often cited in the building industry that waterproofing typically represents 1% of a building's cost, yet it accounts for 80% of defects. Is waterproofing in pool building another example of where it is not seen, it is being ignored? An excellent blog article by V-Vo Architectural Mosaics based in Western Australia makes a strong argument for more attention to waterproofing, based on simple building facts that we all accept. V-Vo are leading experts in pool tiling systems with extensive experience in Australia and internationally. This is well worth a read: Waterproofing a Pool
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Apr 14, 2015
Technical Data Sheet update
Please check out our freshly updated Technical Data Sheet which now includes our quick reference info-graphic instruction sheet. The TDS is always available on site by scanning the QR code on the label of the Efflock bottle. A QR code reader app is available for free on your smart phone.
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Mar 18, 2015
Become a stockist today
Specialists in tiles, tiling trade suppliers, and building and landscape suppliers are the key types of businesses we are seeking to help grow Efflock. With over 80 independent stores across Australia and New Zealand, Efflock is being asked for by name and our customer base is growing exponentially. We are only at the tip of the iceberg. Efflock is a stand alone product that compliments rather than competes with existing produce lines, and offers a solution to an enormous, well known problem. If you're part of a dynamic building supplies business with passionate knowledgeable staff, then please contact ben@efflock.com.au
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Mar 13, 2015
Featured stockist: Gasparre Tiles
Gasparre Tiles are central to the Sydney metropolitan area in the suburb of Canterbury. Pierre Cerroni and his staff offer welcoming personalised service and infectious enthusiasm for all the latest trends and best quality installation products for tiles. Gasparre Tiles are one of our newest Efflock stockists, but already promise to be one of our leading stores in NSW, with a large customer base and experience stretching back to 1964. Gasparre Tiles are located at 357 Canterbury Rd. Canterbury, NSW 2193.
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Feb 25, 2015
Efflock now at Sutherland Shire Tile Supplies
Since 1970 Ashley Tucker and his team have been servicing the Sutherland Shire. Their Tile Power store at 538 Princes Highway Kirrawee is the place to go for tiles and trade supplies and excellent customer service.
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Feb 19, 2015
Efflock features in Architectural Product News
We're delighted to feature in the February/ March edition of Architectural Product News! This is the go to publication in Australia for architects and specifiers. APN is endorsed by the Australian Institute of Architects, the Design Institute of Australia and the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects. We are listed online at item #73, please click here to view. Front cover Feb/March 2015.
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Jan 29, 2015
Novatex Products endorse Efflock
The unique advantage with using Efflock for efflorescence protection is that it is an additive which is compatible with all cement based products, meaning that in tiling, it will prevent efflorescence leaching from tile adhesive and grout as well as tile beds. We have sought many tile adhesive manufacturers' approval to combine Efflock with their products, and we're delighted that the Sydney based company Novatex Products are the first company to lend their support. Novatex Products have recently completed testing with their range of proprietary cement based products. Their testing has concluded that Efflock can be used in their products and does not have any...