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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: Gilding Techniques, Care and Maintenance

INFORM guide to identifying, maintaining and repairing gilding.

This INFORM guide offers practical advice on the removal of graffiti to owners of historic buildings and structures.

INFORM guide explaining some of the aesthetic issues surrounding historic masonry.

This INFORM guide explains what hot-mixed lime mortars are and how they differ from other types of lime mortars.

An INFORM guide to what can be done to improve energy efficiency in traditional buildings, and how this relates to building standards.

This INFORM guide provides an introduction to replacing damaged stones in an ashlar built sandstone wall.

This INFORM seeks to guide building owners through identifying insect problems and how to best end such attacks.

This INFORM guide gives a background to traditional paint finishes and guidance on decorating a traditional home.

INFORM guide about lime and cement mortars, the two most commonly used mortar types in Scotland.

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