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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: Thatched Roofs
This INFORM guide gives information on thatch as a roofing material on traditional/vernacular buildings.
![Maintenance of Cast Iron Rainwater Goods](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/bf201d8a-54c1-484d-9783-a59500ae6974/inform-cast-iron-rainwater-goods.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
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.
![Maintenance of Iron Gates and Railings](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/fac4729f-9173-4854-b4ef-a59500f43f2b/inform-iron-gates-railings.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: The Maintenance of Iron Gates and Railings
INFORM guide with advice on maintaining and repairing iron gates and railings.
![Timber Floors](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/c9ceda9e-003a-484a-94b7-a59800a44b72/inform-timber-floors.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Timber Floors
This INFORM guide covers the basic aspects of construction and care of timber floors.
![Timber Staircases](https://app-hes-pubs-prod-neu-01.azurewebsites.net/imageprocessor/778d87a6-85f3-4d14-9281-a59800a56b87/inform-timber-staircases.jpg?mode=pad&width=400&height=400&bgcolor=ffffff)
Inform Guide: Timber Staircases
This INFORM guide covers the construction of timber staircases and issues associated with their repair and maintenance.
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.