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Efflorescence

Water dissolves salts in masonry and leaves crystals as it evaporates at the surface.

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Typical location

Concrete, brick, block and mortar surfaces

Timing fingerprint

After moisture passes through masonry and evaporates

Visible or audible pattern

Dry white crystalline powder that can return after cleaning

Best separating check

Confirm crystalline texture and trace moisture source

Evidence that weakens this cause

Soft fuzzy organic material

Do not confuse it with

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Efflorescence vs surface growthDry crystals and soft organic growth require very different interpretations.→