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TAN 02 - Conservation of Plasterwork
Information on plaster found in Scottish traditional buildings.
Timber Decay in Buildings - The Conservation Approach to Treatment
A guide tackling issues relating to building decay.
TAN 12 - Quarries of Scotland
A guide to Scottish geology and stone working methods.
TAN 06 - Earth Structures and Construction in Scotland
A guide to the recognition and conservation of earth technology in Scottish buildings.
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TAN 01 - Preparation and Use of Lime Mortars
A guide to the principles underlying the use of lime mortars in re-pointing and masonry consolidation.
Refurbishment Case Study 10
Rothesay, Installation of insulation and secondary glazing
Information on thermal performance improvements at two residential properties in Rothesay.
TAN 19 - Scottish Aggregates for Building Conservation
A guide to aggregates for use in mortars to match those used in historic buildings in Scotland.
Managing Change in the Historic Environment: Fire and Historic Buildings
Fire and Historic Buildings is a practical guide to support good decision-making for fire safety measures and in response to fire damage.
Building with Scottish Stone
This guide aims to encourage use of stone sourced from Scotland’s working quarries and to provide a better understanding of those mineralogical properties that give each stone its distinctive quality.