News / architectural concrete
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Jan 31, 2014
Architect's specification to include Efflock
Read more →"In ten years we are not going to talk about sustainability anymore, because it is going to be built into the core processes of architecture.”With its growth in the architecture industry, claiming a building is sustainable will eventually be like an architect getting up in front of an audience to “proudly proclaim how his buildings did not fall down.” - Architect Robert Stern, Dean of the Yale School of Architecture** Many builders and trades are now using Efflock, and many have suggested that we speak to architects and have Efflock included into their plans and specifications. We've taken that advice onboard and...
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Dec 12, 2013
Ten reasons to get Efflock
Read more →Why should you get Efflock for your building project? 10 key benefits: A water-based green building product (in high liquid concentrate form to minimise packaging), free of VOCs, to prolong the durability and service life of all concrete materials. Prevents efflorescence discharging when mixed with any type of concrete. Makes concrete hydrophobic to repel damp. Enhances and retains colour in coloured concrete. Prevents salt attack. Prevents frost attack. Provides a primary water repellant barrier in wet areas. Improves curing of concrete (slows moisture release, prolonging the hydration of cement). Ideal for off-form concrete in architectural applications. (Will not change...