Efflorescence

GPTKB entity

Statements (23)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf physical phenomenon
Chemical process
gptkbp:causedBy Migration of water-soluble salts
gptkbp:commonIn New construction
gptkbp:hasViewOf Surface of porous materials
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Efflorescence
gptkbp:occurredIn Brick
Concrete
Masonry
gptkbp:prevention Waterproofing
Use of low-alkali materials
gptkbp:relatedTo Salt weathering
Subflorescence
gptkbp:removes Brushing
Mild acid cleaning
Washing with water
gptkbp:requires Porous substrate
Presence of moisture
Soluble salts
gptkbp:result White powdery deposit
gptkbp:studiedIn Building science
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Marie-Courtin
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7