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![Exterior Masonry Steps](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/34f7ede0-35b3-4221-a0a5-a59500f1211c/masonry.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Exterior Masonry Steps
"Exterior Masonry Steps" is an INFORM guide that offers owners of buildings information on masonry steps, their different forms and parts, and the repair and maintenance issues that can arise.
![Insect Attack to Timber](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/7e1b64d2-14dd-41b8-9137-a59500f29818/inform-insect-attack.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Insect Attack to Timber
This INFORM seeks to guide building owners through identifying insect problems and how to best end such attacks.
![Ceramic Tiled Flooring](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/9936e830-231c-4712-8bb7-a59500af7b72/inform-ceramic-tiled-flooring.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Ceramic Tiled Flooring
This INFORM guide provides guidance on ceramic floor tiles. The various types and layouts of tiles are considered such as geometric tiles, encaustic tiles and quarry tiles.
![Earth and Clay Construction](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/de6ba891-a250-4773-8cd4-a59500bbe276/inform-earth-and-clay-construction.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Earth and Clay Construction
"Earth and Clay Construction" is an INFORM guide that provides detailed information on recognising common forms of earth and clay construction and their repair and maintenance.
![External Timber Doors](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/e53b0abe-2038-491a-833b-a59500e4b21f/inform-external-timber-doors.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: External Timber Doors
An INFORM guide giving a brief history of Scottish doors, identification of faults and methods of repair and maintenance.
![Foundations and Wall Footings](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/2557962c-9373-410a-b897-a59500eab82b/inform-foundations-and-walls.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Foundations and Wall Footings
INFORM guide examining foundations and wall footings in traditionally constructed buildings.
Inform Guide: Timber Window Shutters
This INFORM guide highlights the benefits of traditional wooden window shutters.
![Ventilation in Traditional Houses](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/effb593d-4f80-4101-9f9f-a59800a7b97d/inform-ventilation-in-traditional-buildings.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Ventilation in Traditional Houses
INFORM guide on the importance of ventilation in a traditionally built structure.
![Biological growth on masonry](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/34029d50-89a3-4c3a-a348-a595009defcb/bio-growth-masonry-inform.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Biological growth on masonry
This INFORM guide provides an overview of the types of biological growths that are commonly found on Scottish building and historic structures, and gives advice on their monitoring and management.