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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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Inform Guide: Foundations and Wall Footings

INFORM guide examining foundations and wall footings in traditionally constructed buildings.

Inform Guide: Gilding Techniques, Care and Maintenance

INFORM guide to identifying, maintaining and repairing gilding.

Inform Guide: Graffiti Removal

This INFORM guide offers practical advice on the removal of graffiti to owners of historic buildings and structures.

Inform Guide: Growing Old Gracefully

INFORM guide explaining some of the aesthetic issues surrounding historic masonry.

Inform Guide: Hot-Mixed Lime Mortars

This INFORM guide explains what hot-mixed lime mortars are and how they differ from other types of lime mortars.

Inform Guide: Improving Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings

An INFORM guide to what can be done to improve energy efficiency in traditional buildings, and how this relates to building standards.

A cover page featuring the gable end of a sandstone house

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: Insect Attack to Timber

This INFORM seeks to guide building owners through identifying insect problems and how to best end such attacks.

Inform Guide: Interior Paint: A Guide to Interior Paint Finishes

This INFORM guide gives a background to traditional paint finishes and guidance on decorating a traditional home.

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The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.

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