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Materials

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.

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Climate Change

How can we help the historic environment cope with climate change?

Thursday 30 November 2023

Learn about some of the specific risks to historic buildings and landscapes from climate change, and discover how we can protect heritage amidst the climate crisis.

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Conservation

Why building conservation is important for the future

Thursday 12 October 2023

Scotland has approximately 450,000 traditionally-made buildings. Discover the principles behind looking after them, and why it's important.

Freshly cut reed beds viewed from above, looking down directly on to a tightly packed series of reeds, looking like bunched straws.
Materials

Thatching Reed: supporting buildings and nature

Thursday 31 August 2023

We caught up with RSPB Tayside Reserves Warden Vicky Turnbull to find out more about the Tay reedbeds and how they support both nature and building conservation.

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Behind the Scenes

The fascinating science of stone-matching

Wednesday 23 August 2023

Discover how Heritage Scientists are using a fascinating technique called stone-matching to care for Scotland's heritage. 

Two photographs side by side. The left one is of stonemason Luke, at a table with a block of stone and stone carving tools. The other is stonemasonry Douglas at a table with a block of stone and stonemasonry tools.
Skills

Top early career tips from award-winning stonemasons

Friday 14 July 2023

If you’re thinking of training as a stonemason, or know someone that might be interested, discover what it's like from amazing apprentices.

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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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