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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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Technical Paper 30
Historic Literature Review of Traditional Lime Mortars
This Technical Paper is a review of historic literature relating to lime mortars, focusing on historic texts from 160BC - 1955
Technical Paper 31
Historic External Lime Finishes in Scotland
A paper exploring historic external lime coatings on traditional buildings.
Technical Paper 33: Masonry Pointing and Joint Finishing
This paper is a survey and discussion as well as gazetteer of different styles of pointing and joint finishing found in Scotland.
Technical Paper 34
Energy consumption and behaviour profiles for eight traditionally built dwellings
This paper gives an insight into the energy consumption and occupier comfort and behaviour for eight traditionally build dwellings in Edinburgh and surroundings.
Technical Paper 35: Moisture Measurement in the Historic Environment
.This paper gives an overview of different methods for moisture measurement in historic structures.
Technical Paper 37: Hygrothermal Properties of Scottish Masonry Materials
This paper outlines the results of research around the hygrothermal properties of Scottish masonry materials for use in modelling software such as WUFI.
Technical Paper 38
Digital documentation, computer vision and machine learning for masonry surveying and maintenance
A paper exploring innovative 3D surveying techniques and data processing solutions for the monitoring and maintenance of masonry walls, with the aim of introducing techniques which can improve efficiencies in inspection and maintenance approaches.
The Gardeners and Poultry Keepers
An illustrated export catalogue of William Cooper Ltd, featuring agricultural buildings and furniture.
The Performance of Replacement Sandstone
A report on restoration schemes in Edinburgh's New Town.