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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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Refurbishment Case Study 16
Kirkton of Coull, Aberdeenshire
A case study describing thermal improvements to the fabric of an 1800s granite farmhouse in Aberdeenshire.
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
Managing Change in the Historic Environment: External Walls
This guidance note sets out the principles that apply to altering the external walls of historic buildings.
Managing Change in the Historic Environment: World Heritage
This guidance note sets out the principles that apply to developments affecting World Heritage Sites.
Refurbishment Case Study 31
Harlawhill House, Prestonpans: Interim repair work
This Refurbishment Case Study describes interim repair works to help conserve a building with a complex history of neglect.
Managing Change in the Historic Environment: External Fixtures
This guidance note sets out the principles that apply to altering the external fixtures of historic buildings.
Managing Change in the Historic Environment: Extensions
This guidance note sets out the principles that apply to extending historic buildings.
Managing Change in the Historic Environment: Interiors
This guidance note sets out the principles that apply to alterations to the interiors of historic buildings.
Managing Change in the Historic Environment: Shopfronts and Signs
This guidance note sets out the principles that apply to altering historic shopfronts and signs.