Publications

Technical Paper 34

Energy consumption and behaviour profiles for eight traditionally built dwellings

This paper gives an insight into the energy consumption and occupier comfort and behaviour for eight traditionally build dwellings in Edinburgh and surroundings.

Technical Paper 38

Digital documentation, computer vision and machine learning for masonry surveying and maintenance

A paper exploring innovative 3D surveying techniques and data processing solutions for the monitoring and maintenance of masonry walls, with the aim of introducing techniques which can improve efficiencies in inspection and maintenance approaches.

Technical Paper 35: Moisture Measurement in the Historic Environment

.This paper gives an overview of different methods for moisture measurement in historic structures.

Technical Paper 33: Masonry Pointing and Joint Finishing

This paper is a survey and discussion as well as gazetteer of different styles of pointing and joint finishing found in Scotland.

Technical Paper 37: Hygrothermal Properties of Scottish Masonry Materials

This paper outlines the results of research around the hygrothermal properties of Scottish masonry materials for use in modelling software such as WUFI.

Painted ceilings from 16th and 17th century properties

A technical paper commissioned in collaboration with AOC Archaeology providing information on a collection of painted ceilings from 16th and 17th century properties.

Development of Sash and Case Windows

"Development of Sash and Case Windows" is a detailed account of the historical evolution of the sash and case window, detailing the gradual technical and aesthetic refinements.

Focus Magazine

Our annual magazine showcasing technical conservation within Historic Environment Scotland (HES) and our partners.

Dry Rot in Timber

"Dry Rot in Timber" is a pamphlet produced from a paper read before the London Architectural Association on dry rot. The document includes a range of helpful illustrations.