News / Is efflorescence a defect?

• May 03, 2013

  Did you know? Efflorescence can be a liable defect.

    Builders and tilers beware.In the past leaching or efflorescence was regarded as a 'maintenance issue' for building owners. However, since 2007 it has been listed as a defect in the national publication: 'Guide to Standards and Tolerances'. At the bottom of page 49 of the guide, is the following clause: "13.08 Calcification and efflorescence associated with decks and balconies   Calcification or efflorescence caused by water coming from a deck or balcony that occurs on walls below or beside the deck or balcony; or that appears in the mortar joints of the deck or balcony tiling, is a defect. Activities of others,...

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