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Searching for the stones that built Scotland
Wednesday 30 October 2024
We're surveying stone types at the 300+ properties in our care. Join Conservation Scientist, Sarah Hamilton, to find out more.
Cruthachadh ‘a’ Choille Dhearg’: Coimisean Glainne Dhathach Ann An Glaschu
Thursday 3 October 2024
Tha ar Comhaltachd Ciùird Glainne Dhathach a’ cur taic ris an sgil fo chunnart seo agus air a bhith a’ toirt obair ùr gu buil, a tha brosnaichte tro dhualchas na Gàidhlig.
Creating ‘The Red Forest’: a Gaelic stained glass commission in Glasgow
Thursday 3 October 2024
Stained Glass Craft Fellow Gordon Muir reveals how he was involved in the creation of six beautiful Gaelic windows for a theatre in Glasgow.
4 Key Takeaways from Our 2024 Lime Finishes Summit
Monday 30 September 2024
Thanks to recent research, we are re-discovering some of the historic applications of lime in buildings, and learning how we can use lime in the modern world. Discover four key takeaways about this from our ‘What’s the Point?’ lime finishes summit.
An Insider’s Guide to the SPAB William Morris Craft Fellowship
Friday 23 August 2024
Jack Buchanan, stonemason and Assistant Works Manager at HES Dumbarton Castle Depot, shares a glimpse into his experience as a SPAB Fellow.
What do historic lime finishes look like on Scottish traditional buildings?
Tuesday 6 August 2024
Historically, most buildings would have been covered with a lime finish. In this blog we explore different techniques used for external finishes on historic Scottish buildings, particularly harl, limewash and the many different styles of pointing.
Capturing Scotland’s heritage in 3D: How we created a 3D model of Mary Queen of Scots
Monday 15 July 2024
What is photogrammetry? Explore photogrammetry techniques and discover how we created a 3D model of Mary Queen of Scot's face.
Thank you
The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.
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