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Through the Looking Glass: Exploring Historic Glazing

Friday 7 December 2018

Looking to take one of our APD short courses next year? Join Vanesa, Content Manager at the Engine Shed, as she takes you through her experiences of completing the short course on historic glass and glazing conservation.

A hand holding flax in a field
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Traditional Materials: How We’re Growing Paint

Thursday 4 October 2018

What have a field of flax and a tin of paint got in common? Join Technical Research Manager Roger Curtis to find out how we're growing paint from seed with the Highland Folk Museum.

The thatched roof of Cruck Cottage with a hole in it in need of repair
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Grasping at Straws: Up Close and Personal with Thatch

Friday 4 May 2018

Our Technical Research Interns head to Dumfries and Galloway to document the fascinating re-thatching of a roof, and get to try it for themselves.

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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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