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Science

What is mortar analysis?

Friday 9 February 2024

Learn about mortar analysis: a skill vital to making conservation decisions that are appropriate, long-lasting and don't damage historic buildings.

A marble fireplace in front of a deep blue wall in an old building. There are two globe lamps and a pair of wooden chairs, one either side of the fireplace. To the left is a window, looking out onto trees.
Maintenance

Top tips for using and maintaining traditional interior paint and finishes

Friday 17 November 2023

Planning a do-it-yourself (DIY) project and thinking about using traditional paint and finishes? Or have you found an original paint...

A historical kitchen, set in a grand old house. There is a large range fire, and a selection of around thirty pots and pans hanging from the wall. A table in the centre has bowls and plates on it, and three hams hang from the rafters.
Maintenance

How to get an authentic look with traditional interior paint and finishes

Friday 17 November 2023

Does a room in your traditional home (built pre-1919) need a fresh coat of paint? Or are you researching a...

A traditional cottage, with two windows on the ground floor and two dormer windows in the roof. There are other cottages in the background surrounded by farmland.
Homeowners

How to look after your traditional building, so that it can look after you

Thursday 9 November 2023

Looking after traditional buildings needn’t be a complicated burden. Their long lives are testament to their quality of build, suitability...

A historic cottage in the middle of nowhere with a bright yellow door
Maintenance

New year’s resolutions for your home

Thursday 13 January 2022

From a bit of TLC to living a greener life, check out our top tips to help your historic home throughout the New Year.

A stone house with a slate roof and iron drainpipe, in the pouring rain
Maintenance

How to protect your older building or home from storms

Thursday 30 September 2021

Scotland's changing climate means there will be more severe weather events, like storms, in the future. Find out what this means for older buildings and some of the steps you can take to protect your historic home.

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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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