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Efflorescence can affect old buildings too

By: Language: English Series: Building Today ; 196(5782) 17 November 1988, 25(1)Publication details: 1988Subject(s): Summary: Efflorescence , (deposits of soluble salts on the surface of masonry ), is usually associated with new brick work. However, it sometimes re-appears in older buildings. This article explains why efflorescence can recur and how it can be removed.

Efflorescence , (deposits of soluble salts on the surface of masonry ), is usually associated with new brick work. However, it sometimes re-appears in older buildings. This article explains why efflorescence can recur and how it can be removed.