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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: Repairing Traditional Brickwork
This INFORM guide gives Information on brick deterioration, with guidance on repair and maintenance techniques.
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Inform Guide: Plain Lime Plastering
This INFORM guide gives information on plain lime plaster and how to conduct repairs.
Inform Guide: Dry Stone Walls
This guide aims to raise awareness of the importance and complexity of dry stone walling in Scotland, and describes the maintenance tasks that can be performed to prolong the life of such walls.
![Growing Old Gracefully](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/14551a1f-5a61-4769-ad23-a59500a18d09/growing-old-gracefully-inform.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Growing Old Gracefully
INFORM guide explaining some of the aesthetic issues surrounding historic masonry.
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Inform Guide: Fire Safety in the Home
An INFORM guide giving an introduction to the factors which can create a fire risk within a historic property.
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Inform Guide: Repointing Ashlar Masonry
INFORM guide to the stages of repointing ashlar masonry, from understanding through to preparation and execution.
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Inform Guide: The Maintenance of Cast Iron Rainwater Goods
INFORM guide giving a brief history of rainwater goods and guidance on common problems, causes and maintenance.
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Inform Guide: Gilding Techniques, Care and Maintenance
INFORM guide to identifying, maintaining and repairing gilding.
Inform Guide: Lime and Cement in Traditional Mortars
INFORM guide about lime and cement mortars, the two most commonly used mortar types in Scotland.