News / efflock
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May 11, 2017
Tempo Apartments - 4 years on.
Read more →In recent meetings with Multiplex, we had the opportunity to tour a large project that used Efflock in approximately 4000m2 of tiling completed around 4 years ago. Joe Metlage of Casumo Constructions is the builder and still has his office located in the said building at 8 Bourke Street Mascot, in Sydney. It was pleasing to see that Efflock has performed extremely well, keeping efflorescence under control in the expansive common areas. The tile screeds are up to 200mm thick and the granite and bluestone paving and G684 basalt cobblestones are in excellent condition, free from efflorescence deposits and picture framing. Natural...
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Oct 12, 2016
Efflock presentation 19 October 2016 Wauchope NSW
Read more →Ben from Efflock will be giving a technical presentation on Efflock at next week's Master Builders Association meeting in Wauchope. It is free to attend, please see below for details and how to register.
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Aug 25, 2016
Keeping water out prevents efflorescence - a guide to caulked movement joints
Read more →Efflock prevents efflorescence by repelling water as illustrated in this triangular diagram: Every detail in a system is important. Caulked movement joints may seem an insignificant detail, but if they are installed incorrectly excessive water can enter masonry to cause efflorescence. Below is an information sheet which explains how to install caulked movement joints correctly, with some information on selecting the best sealant for the job:
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Sep 24, 2015
The advantage of Efflock when building a bathroom
Read more →The image below shows a freshly installed bathroom tile bed using Efflock to repel water absorption and lock efflorescence. Efflock provides a primary water barrier over and above relying on a waterproofing membrane alone, and improves the general health and amenity of a bathroom by reducing humidity. For around $30 per bathroom, it's a cost effective insurance policy for both the builder and client. Efflorescence does occur in bathrooms. With the growing trend of underfloor (under tile) heating, the potential for this problem is dramatically increased. The reason for this is that by heating an ordinary saturated tile bed, adhesive and grout, dissolved calcium...
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Jun 29, 2015
Architectural Product News
Read more →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?
Read more →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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Mar 18, 2015
Become a stockist today
Read more →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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Feb 25, 2015
Efflock now at Sutherland Shire Tile Supplies
Read more →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
Read more →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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Dec 17, 2014
Christmas Closure
Read more →Last orders for 2014 close Thursday 18 December. Any technical enquires can still be made over the Christmas period by phoning Ben on +61 414 730 736. We look forward to starting the new year on 5 January 2015. We'd like to thank all of our customers for an excellent year. We wish all of you a merry Christmas and a safe, relaxing holiday break!