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Maintenance

How to maintain your traditional home this winter

Thursday 24 October 2019

Although always important, in the wetter winter months the maintenance of your traditional home is crucial. The cold and rainy weather can cause a lot of damage to buildings if they’re not properly protected. Get some top tips on what to look out for in the winter.

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Materials

Traditional Mortars: Going Full Circle

Friday 24 August 2018

Traditional lime mortar has been used for hundreds of years, and is an important part of Scotland’s built heritage. Find out why it’s still so important today with our Technical Officer Declan.

Decayed masonry of Bothwell Castle's Latrine Tower at Bothwell Castle
Conservation

Gardez L’Eau – ‘watch out for the water’

Thursday 25 January 2018

Decay from weather, water and salts to Bothwell Castle’s Latrine Tower prompted conservation work at the site.

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Conservation

Conservation Class of 2017

Friday 30 June 2017

Most classes have been let out for the summer, but not for a group of keen conservation enthusiasts. Go behind-the-scenes at our Conservation Summer School 2017, and learn more about this exciting week of hands-on learning.

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Industrial Heritage

Supporting Scotland’s Industrial Heritage

Thursday 18 May 2017

We’re now into the fifth month of the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology, being drawn into the world of...

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Conservation

Bird Control in Scotland’s Older Buildings

Thursday 27 April 2017

As Scotland’s towns and cities continue to expand, wild birds are often forced out of their natural habitats and into...

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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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