Why Is Efflorescence Important?

When efflorescence happens, it can indicate a moisture issue that could potentially damage the structure. When water reaches a building material's surface, evaporation will occur. After the water evaporates, salt is left behind, but water absorption and wicking continue.

What effect does efflorescence have?

Effects of Efflorescence:

Effects of efflorescence is damp wall leading to various damages like unhygienic conditions, decay, dry rot of woodwork, disintegration of masonry, damage to furniture and internal decorations, crumbling of plaster, etc.

What is efflorescence in concrete and why does it occur?

Efflorescence is a chalky white salt residue that can occur with any product containing cement. As moisture migrates up to the surface of the concrete, it carries along with it calcium salts from within the concrete. When the salts reach the surface, they react with CO2 in the air and form insoluble calcium carbonate.