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• Jul 20, 2014

  Every new bathroom should have Efflock

  Check out this photograph. Leaking bathrooms due to waterproofing failure remain on top of the list for building defects and disputes. Beyond demolition of the bathroom, water can cause major structural damage and attract termites (if you live in a termite area). A tiny pinhole in waterproofing from accidental damage is all that is required for the whole system to fail.So how does Efflock help? When mixed with the tile bed, tile adhesive and grout, Efflock makes these materials hydrophobic. Without it, these materials are just as porous as beach sand. and are forever wet. Having a drier bathroom means reduced ambient humidity...

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• Dec 18, 2013

  The RALAN Group - New Development now using Efflock

  Builders for The RALAN Group, Steve Nolan Constructions Pty Ltd are currently constructing two multi storey developments. These projects are located at 6-8 and 10 Drovers Way, Lindfield, in Sydney. The two buildings share a total of 112 apartments, from 1 bedroom, to 3 bedroom penthouses.  Efflock is currently being used in face brickwork, both to control efflorescence and keep the mortar clean to reduce maintenance and keep the building looking good. Efflock is planned for use in any areas of the building where efflorescence is considered a risk externally, and will also be included internally in the bathrooms to...

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• Nov 04, 2013

  Want more info on Efflock? Visit Joe and Sons Building Supplies tomorrow!

  Joe and Sons Buildling Supplies in Five Dock are one of our reputable stockists who carry an excellent range of bulk building and tiling supplies servicing the inner west of Sydney. Pop by tomorrow morning, Tuesday 5th November and speak with Ben Burdett about the advantages of using Efflock for all of your building projects. Efflock provides easy and very cost effective protection against water borne building defects such as efflorescence, rising damp and membrane failure. 

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• Apr 14, 2013

  Australian Master Tilers Association

   Efflock is proud to be a member of the newly established, Australian Master Tilers Association. The Association was created last year to benefit the tiling and waterproofing industries and their customers (see their 'About Us' page). The AMTA Forum is an excellent platform for exchanging problems, ideas and advice, and is open for participation both from trade professionals and the general public. 

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• Mar 04, 2013

  Efflock is a sustainable product choice

      Efflock is 100% VOC free. Being water based and solvent free, also means Efflock is not flammable and has no offensive or dangerous odour. Efflock's maximum concentrate formula also means minimal plastic packaging waste and minimal fossil fuel consumption through transport. Sustainability Through Longevity: Production of masonry products like tiles, bricks and cement by nature, demand a carbon hungry manufacturing process. Each of these materials however, are some of the most versatile and useful building materials we have, and can be very long lasting when installed with diligence. Increasing the 'service life' of each of these building materials...

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• Feb 01, 2013

  Efflock now available at Skippens!

  Skippens is a family business and has been supplying bulk building materials to the Eastern Suburbs and greater Sydney for over 85 years. One of the most common questions they get is "how do I clean off efflorescence?".  Unfortunately we don't have a solution for that, other than a cold chisel. However, Efflock will prevent efflorescence in all your future projects! By simply adding Efflock to the water of all your cementitious building materials, you will prevent efflorescence, reduce mould and algae, and prevent water 'wicking' through those materials. Nothing else has to change, you can keep your favourite mixes...

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• Jan 25, 2013

  New pricing for 2013

  Growing demand has meant lower manufacturing costs and savings that we can pass on to our customers.  Efflock was only launched in October last year but already (and excitingly) our second shipment is on it's way!

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• Jan 21, 2013

  Leaking shower prevented with Efflock

  Leaking showers remain one of the most common building defects in Austraila. This is alarming when you consider bathroom renovations generally cost at least $20,000.00. And, often it is brand new bathrooms that are leaking - a Sydney based builder who is a customer of Efflock recently mentioned having to replace a 2 year old bathroom for a client only last year. Usually a leak remains undetected until serious damage has already occurred. This can be carpets and furnishings, paintwork, plaster or render, rotting of structural timber, or even possibly termites who love nothing more than moisture, darkness and a tasty timber framed house. A common flaw: If there is...

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• Jan 14, 2013

  Efflock is now available in 5 litres

  We have now launched a 5 litre container of Efflock. 5 litres makes up to 505 litres of gauging water to prevent efflorescence and repel damp in all cement based materials. Ideal for larger jobs such as balconies, and for professional tilers requiring larger quantities. Please see our 'Where to Buy' page or click the 'Buy Online' if we don't yet have a stockist near you, and we can send it out.  

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• Jan 05, 2013

  BAM! Harsh cleaning chemicals are gone!

  MOULD PREVENTION Mould reduction in tiled showers is one of the best selling points the next time you're tiling a new bathroom for a customer. 'Off the shelf' tile grouts with hydrophobic claims have proved porous with submersion testing. This means grout becomes saturated deep into the grout joint with mould chasing the moisture source. Mould then becomes ingrained beyond the reach of bleach or cleaning chemicals. Tile grout mixed with Efflock keeps the core of grout dry, so that only surface mould will occur, and can generally be removed using water and a few strokes of a stiff brush.  A SUSTAINABLE CHOICE Efflock is water based, maximum...

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