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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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A dry stone wall in the countryside

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.

Earth and Clay Construction

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.

Exterior Masonry Steps

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.

External Timber Doors

Inform Guide: External Timber Doors

An INFORM guide giving a brief history of Scottish doors, identification of faults and methods of repair and maintenance.

Finials and Terminals

Inform Guide: Finials and Terminals

This INFORM guide gives an outline of materials used for finials and terminals, with guidance on repair and maintenance.

Fire Safety in the Home

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.

Front cover of Fireplaces INFORM Guide

Inform Guide: Fireplaces

This INFORM guide aims to show the value of a properly maintained fireplace.

Flood Damage to Traditional Buildings

Inform Guide: Flood Damage to Traditional Buildings

INFORM guide on how to protect traditional buildings from flood damage, and how to mitigate the effects if flooding occurs.

Foundations and Wall Footings

Inform Guide: Foundations and Wall Footings

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

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