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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: 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.

This INFORM guide provides information on the use of proprietary restoration mortars for repair of stone masonry.

INFORM guide on the types of lead sheet used on Scottish roofs and their repair and maintenance.

INFORM guide on identifying rot and repair and maintenance in historic Scottish buildings.

This INFORM guide outlines, dating structure, repair and maintenance.

INFORM guide on recognising and diagnosing various types of settlement cracks.

This INFORM guide covers the survey, inspection and repair options associated with structural joinery.

INFORM guide on the conservation and maintenance of terracotta and faience.

This INFORM guide gives information on thatch as a roofing material on traditional/vernacular buildings.

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