Sealer Beefs Up Alkali Resistance

Dunn-Edwards Corp. has reformulated its EffStop Premium masonry primer/sealer to improve its alkali and efflorescence resistance.

Masonry Primer/Sealer Gets a Makeover

Dunn-Edwards has rolled out a more alkali-resistant version of its Eff-Stop Premium epoxy-fortified acrylic primer/sealer for interior and exterior masonry.

Concrete Product Tackles Efflorescence

NewLook International is touting a permanent solution for concrete and masonry efflorescence with its new admixture, called EffLock.

True or False: Efflorescence can move through permeable paint films on masonry substrates.

True or false: Efflorescence can move through permeable paint films on masonry substrates.

When coating concrete, what is the biggest challenge you come across?

How do I get permanently get rid of efflorescence on clay brick?

Can efflorescence be removed from integrally colored CMU without damaging the appearance? How?

Coating System Concerns For Single-Wythe CMU Construction

from D+D Online Features, November D+D online 2012 ; by Ken Trimber

Within a 20-mile radius of your home, you have seen one or more Big Box stores, strip...

Putting a hold on leaks

from JAC, June/July 2008 ; by Christopher Perego, BASF Construction Chemicals-Building Systems

Sealants and coatings for concrete play a crucial role in keeping water on the outsid...

Architectural Coatings: A PaintSquare Video Education Series

A collection of archived webinars focused on architectural coatings.

Concrete: A PaintSquare Video Education Series

A collection of archived webinars focused on concrete coatings and maintenance.

Standard Practice for Evaluating Accelerated Efflorescence of Latex Coatings

issued by ASTM

Latex paints are sometimes applied over substrates that contain a high level of water soluble s...