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Causes
- Failure to adequately prepare surface by removing all previous efflorescence.
- Excess moisture escaping through the exterior masonry walls from the inside.
- Failure to prime new concrete and masonry surface.
Solutions
- If excess moisture is the cause, eliminate the source by repairing the roof, cleaning out gutters and downspout, and sealing any cracks in the masonry with high quality, water-based all-acrylic or siliconized acrylic caulk. If moist air is originating inside the building, consider installing vents or exhaust fans, especially in kitchen, bathroom and laundry areas.
- Remove the efflorescence and all other loose material with a wire brush, power brush or power washer; then thoroughly rinse the surface. There are also commercially-available efflorescence removers that can be used for easy removal of efflorescence.
- Apply a quality water-based or solvent-based masonry primer & sealer and allow it to dry completely; then apply a coat of top quality exterior house paint, masonry paint or elastomeric wall coating. (Elastomeric wall coatings should not be applied to surfaces that may have excessive moisture coming through, such as soil retaining walls, uncapped walls or interior basement walls).
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FLAT
A flat sheen is non-reflective, and easy to apply and touch up. It will minimize the appearance of minor surface imperfections.
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