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Building conservation publications from the Engine Shed, ranging from detailed technical papers to advice for conservation beginners.
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Refurbishment Case Study 8
Garden Bothy, Cumnock
A case study describing efficiency upgrade works to a two-storey stone building.
Hoppus's Practical Measurer
A book containing various tables for calculating the capacity of timber, stone and iron.
Refurbishment Case Study 2
Wells O’ Wearie, Edinburgh – Thermal upgrades to walls, roof, floors and glazing
A case study describing upgrades carried out to a single-storey stone cottage.
Inform Guide: Repointing Rubble Stonework
This INFORM guide takes you through the steps required to be taken by contractors carrying out repointing a traditional rubble stone wall.
Refurbishment Case Study 3
Wee Causeway, Culross – Insulation to walls and roof
A case study on upgrade work carried out to a detached stone cottage in Culross, Fife.
Inform Guide: Indent Repairs To Sandstone Ashlar Masonry
This INFORM guide provides an introduction to replacing damaged stones in an ashlar built sandstone wall.
Inform Guide: Restoration Mortars for Masonry Repairs
This INFORM guide provides information on the use of proprietary restoration mortars for repair of stone masonry.
Chemical Consolidants and Water Repellents for Sandstone
This report presents the findings of a 2-year project researching the use and effectiveness of consolidants and water repellents on Scottish sandstones.
Calanais Survey and Excavation, 1979-88
The full report on excavations at the stone ring and alignments at Calanais in the Western Isles. The digs took place between 1980 and 1986 in advance of repairs to the ground, much worn by visitors.