{"product_id":"efflock-1-litre","title":"EFFLOCK 1 LITRE","description":"Efflorescence is caused by water entering masonry. Water travels through the pores and dissolves soluble salts. In cement paste within concrete and mortar, the most problematic salt is known as 'free lime' (calcium hydroxide). Calcium hydroxide deposits then absorb carbon (carbonation), and become extremely stubborn to remove.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEfflorescence can also occur from atmospheric deposits or inherent salts in clay and aggregate. Efflorescence from inherent salts is often observed on face brickwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHow does Efflock prevent efflorescence?\u003cbr\u003eThe product creates a water repellent molecular structure within the pores of concrete. Should any small amount of moisture be absorbed, it allows the controlled release of moisture while preventing salts from migrating to the evaporation point.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe want to use Efflock in our tiling job. How far does 1 litre go? \u003cbr\u003eUsing it saves around 80% cost compared to the application of secondary membranes, and protects the tile adhesive and grout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe product is designed to dilute 100 times to use as gauging water in the tile bed*, adhesive and grout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1 litre bottle    =   approx. 16m2, including 40mm tile bed, adhesive and grout\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 litre bottle    =   approx. 80m2, including 40mm tile bed, adhesive and grout\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e20 litre drum   =   approx. 320m2, including 40mm tile bed, adhesive and grout\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n","brand":"B\u0026B Hardware ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48356178755892,"sku":"8220725","price":97.8,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/8448\/9524\/files\/20250618002817.jpg?v=1750177812","url":"https:\/\/bbhardware.com.au\/hi\/products\/efflock-1-litre","provider":"B\u0026B Hardware ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}