Uploaded May 2019 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
In this installment of ARDEX Answers, James will be talking about a very common occurrence in tiling/grouting: Efflorescence - what causes this and what to look out for to help prevent this from happening.
Some further tips are below:
- In external tiled applications, 95% contact coverage MUST be achieved in accordance with Australian standards
- Installing the tiles as per the “TARVER” method as stated in Australian Standards.
- Try to work at temperatures above 10 degrees celcius and have adequate ventilation to promote water evaporation.
- Allow adequate curing times for the tile adhesive. - Where rising damp occurs a subfloor membrane may be required.
In this installment of ARDEX Answers, James will be talking about a very common occurrence in tiling/grouting: Efflorescence - what causes this and what to look out for to help prevent this from happening.
Some further tips are below:
- In external tiled applications, 95% contact coverage MUST be achieved in accordance with Australian standards
- Installing the tiles as per the “TARVER” method as stated in Australian Standards.
- Try to work at temperatures above 10 degrees celcius and have adequate ventilation to promote water evaporation.
- Allow adequate curing times for the tile adhesive. - Where rising damp occurs a subfloor membrane may be required.
