Technical resources 2015

HISTORIC SCOTLAND TECHNICAL RESOURCES 2015

TECHNICAL RESOURCES | HIGHLIGHTS Welcome to the 2015 catalogue of Historic Scotland’s technical publications and resources. Over the last few years, we have been working to make all our resources as freely available as possible and you can access them from the publications section on our website on www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/conservation

FEATURED BOOK Building Scotland

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Our most prized publication, Building Scotland examines 14 different building materials often found on Scotland’s built heritage.

Fully illustrated with stunning images of materials and their context, it is the perfect introduction to the fabric of Scottish traditional buildings.

Each chapter focuses on a different material, looking at its use over time, geographical variations throughout the country, its properties and examples of its use.

This book is a must for those interested in architecture, and is a great addition to any library.

Historic Scotland has produced a companion DVD (available to buy separately), featuring a series of short documentary films about the 14 materials explored in the book.

For more information about this book, please go to page 19.

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TECHNICAL RESOURCES | CONTENTS P4-7 INFORM Guides

P17 Guides for Practitioners

P8 Short Guides

P18-19 Case Studies/Other Publications

P9-10 Technical Papers

P20 Digital/Other Resources

Our INFORM series launched in 2005 and includes 51 titles so far. These leaflets contain introductory information on conservation and maintenance of traditional buildings.

Containing practical in-depth guidance, particularly useful for those working on traditional buildings, but also of interest to other professionals.

Aimed at practitioners, professionals and property owners, 11 Short Guides have been published to date, covering topics including energy efficiency, micro-renewables and lead theft.

The Case Studies series gives accounts of particular conservation projects, including painted surfaces and stone repairs.

Other publications include Scotland’s Shops and The Repair of Historic Buildings in Scotland.

Detailed technical reports of research carried out or commissioned by Historic Scotland, many concerning energy efficiency improvements in traditional buildings.

P11-12 Refurbishment Case Studies

Reports detailing examples of upgrades on buildings across Scotland, these papers are popular with professionals, academics and practitioners working with buildings of traditional construction.

Includes a number of companion DVDs to publications including Building Scotland and Mansfield Traquair documentaries. Energy House, an interactive tool which contains information about fabric improvements to improve energy efficiency in traditional buildings, also features.

P21-22 Index

To help you find the publications that most interest you, each publication is categorised here by building material and other key issues, including energy conservation and safety.

P13-14 Technical Advice Notes

Popular with both professionals and practitioners in the heritage industry, these offer in-depth information on conservation of traditional buildings. Most are available online or in print, and we are increasingly making out-of-print titles available for print on demand.

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P15-16 Research Reports

Disseminating results of research exercises.

Technical publications, these are of interest mainly to professionals, academics, practitioners and students.

Sunnybrae Cottage, Pitlochry

Sunnybrae Cottage, Pitlochry

Some of our older and out of print publications are proving to be still popular and although most are available for online viewing, we know that readers sometimes want to have a hard copy of a publication.

We are now working on making some of those archive publications available for print on demand via Lulu.com. Lulu is a web-based platform for print-ondemand which prints and delivers books all over the world. Print on demand is an excellent way to reduce our carbon footprint as it ensures that each book is only printed as required. The costs are established by Lulu and are calculated depending on the number of pages and post and packaging charges apply.

For more information about this service you can email us on hs.cgoutreach@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

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PUBLICATIONS | INFORM GUIDES

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INFORM GUIDES provide concise and accessible information for householders and practitioners free from jargon and with useful contacts for those seeking additional information. These guides are available free in print and to download online at http://conservation.historic-scotland.gov.uk/informguides Biological Growth on Masonry

This guide provides a brief overview of the types of biological growths that are commonly found on Scottish buildings and historic structures, and gives advice on their monitoring and management.

8pp, A5, 2013, FREE

Bird Control on Buildings

This guide examines the various measures that can be taken to minimise the threat that birds pose to our built heritage, and examines the ways in which they can be controlled.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Bituminous Sheet Flat Roofs: Their Repair and Maintenance

This guide first gives a description of the structure of a flat roof. The signs of common problems are then listed before looking at ways to repair roofs and eradicate such problems.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

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Boundary Ironwork

This guide provides advice for reinstating architectural ironwork using traditional materials and techniques.

Many building owners are choosing to reinstate boundary ironwork that has fallen into disrepair or was perhaps removed for the war effort.

8pp, A5, 2005, FREE

This guide provides an introduction to the characteristics of the material and gives guidance on identifying and recording problems, understanding their causes and planning appropriate maintenance and repair work.

8pp, A5, 2005, FREE

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This guide provides some historical background to the use of corrugated iron and outlines the various issues relating to the conservation, repair and maintenance of the material.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Ceramic Tiled Flooring (Revised 2014)

This guide provides advice on ceramic floor tiles. It covers various types and layouts of tiles, such as geometric, encaustic and quarry tiles, and the various defects that can occur, such as overlay and cracked tiles. It also provides appropriate cleaning and maintenance techniques.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Cleaning Sandstone: Risks and Consequences

This guide examines the risks and consequences of cleaning sandstone masonry. The benefits and risks attached to the process are considered, as well as the consequences of past cleaning. Testing and more technologies are also discussed.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Damp: Causes and Solutions

This guide helps the reader recognise the causes and early signs of damp, offering guidance on rectifying damp problems.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Bronze: The Care and Maintenance of Monumental Bronze

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Decorative Paint Finishes: Graining and Marbling

This guide gives advice on identifying, protecting and reinstating historic grained or marbled finishes.

8pp, A5, 2010, FREE

Domestic Boundary Walls

This guide provides the reader with information about identifying boundary wall problems and their causes, and the steps that can be taken to reduce such threats and repair techniques to use.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Domestic Chimneys and Flues (Revised 2013)

This guide outlines the basic elements of a flue and chimney system, and identifies common faults, their diagnosis and the principles of how to deal with them.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Domestic Decorative Glass

This guide provides information on decorative glass in a domestic context.

It describes the different kinds of glass and the various construction techniques associated with each type.

Repair and maintenance issues associated with each type of glass are also considered.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Dry Stone Walls (Revised 2014)

This guide gives an introduction to the importance and complexity of dry stone walling in Scotland, and the various maintenance tasks that can prolong their life.

8pp, A5, 2010, FREE

Earth Mortar and Earth Buildings

This guide gives advice on clay mortars and the repair and maintenance of the structures in which they are used. There is also a note regarding other uses of earth-based building materials.

8pp, A5, 2011, FREE

This guide seeks to offer owners of buildings information on masonry steps, their different forms and parts, and the wide range of repair and maintenance issues that can arise.

8pp, A5, 2014, FREE

External Timber Doors (Revised 2015)

This guide gives a brief history of Scottish doors and their construction, guidance on the identification of faults, and methods of repair and maintenance.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Finials and Terminals

This guide outlines the main materials used for finials and terminals such as stone and iron. Guidance is also given on possible faults and their proper repair and maintenance.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Fire Safety in the Home (Revised 2014)

This guide provides an introduction to the factors that can create a fire risk within a historic property.

Different techniques for preventing the start and spread of fire within historic buildings are also considered.

8pp, A5, 2005, FREE

Fireplaces

This guide aims to show the value of a properly maintained fireplace, and its contribution to the historic fabric and character of a building.

It also provides a guide to the variety of elements that combine to make up a fireplace, and gives brief notes on the proper care and maintenance of these elements.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Flood Damage to Traditional Buildings

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This guide offers guidance on how to protect traditional buildings from flood damage, and how to mitigate the effects if flooding does occur.

8pp, A5, 2014, FREE

Foundations and Wall Footings

This guide examines various factors that relate to or can affect foundations and wall footings in a traditionally constructed building, including gardens, roads and pavements, air drains and damp proofing.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Gilding: Techniques, Care and Maintenance

This guide explains how to identify gilding and describes the various materials and methods of application used.

The causes of common problems and repair and maintenance techniques are also discussed in this booklet.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Graffiti and its Safe Removal

This guide offers practical advice on the removal of graffiti, and is aimed at owners of historic buildings and structures.

8pp, A5, 2005, FREE

Growing Old Gracefully

This guide explains some of the aesthetic issues surrounding historic masonry, encouraging reflection on why we expect buildings to look a certain way and raising awareness about how cleaning may adversely affect the aesthetics and durability of stone structures.

8pp, A5, 2013, FREE

Improving Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings (Revised 2014)

This guide provides information on some basic ways to improve the thermal performance of a traditional building and its individual elements in ways that are sympathetic to its character and construction type.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Indent Repairs to Sandstone Ashlar Masonry (Revised 2014)

This guide takes the reader through the various stages of the proper repointing of ashlar masonry, from understanding the nature of ashlar, through preparation work to the actual techniques of repointing.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Insect Attack to Timber

This guide takes building owners through identifying an insect problem, and how best to end an insect attack in a safe, effective and economic manner.

8pp, A5, 2011, FREE

Interior Paint: A Guide to Internal Paint Finishes

This guide gives a background to traditional paint finishes and offers guidance on the available options when decorating a traditional home, considering old surfaces and materials and the appropriate paints to use.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Maintaining Sash and Case Windows

This guide provides a basic introduction to the maintenance and repair of traditional sash and case windows. The guide describes the evolution of these windows and how they work, and also covers common problems and their solutions, such as broken sash cords and deterioration of putty and mastic.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

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PUBLICATIONS | INFORM GUIDES Maintaining Traditional Plain Glass and Glazing

This guide outlines the types of traditional plain glass and glazing systems most commonly encountered by building owners in Scotland and includes general guidance on their maintenance and repair.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

This guide offers an understanding of the processes of masonry decay is a valuable tool in maintaining your property.

This booklet offers an introduction to the principles involved in masonry decay.

8pp, A5, 2005, FREE

Pantiles: Maintaining a Pantiled Roof

This guide gives a brief description of pantiles in Scotland and examines the construction of a pantile roof. Common problems, repair and maintenance issues are also examined, including the replacement of tiles, insulation and tile fixings.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Repairing Brickwork

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This guide takes the reader through the various stages of the proper repointing of ashlar masonry, from understanding the nature of ashlar, through preparation work to the actual techniques of repointing.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Masonry Decay

This guide describes the most common signs of deterioration, such as efflorescence, spalling and cracks, and explains their causes. It also offers advice on repair and maintenance techniques including cleaning brickwork, replacing bricks and repairing decayed pointing.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Repointing Rubble Stonework

This guide takes you through the steps required by contractors to carry out the work of repointing a traditional rubble stone wall in an appropriate manner.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Roofing Leadwork

This guide provides information on the characteristics of lead, the different types of lead sheet used on Scottish roofs and its various applications.

Guidance is also given on possible defects in leadwork and how to repair them.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Rot in Timber

This guide provides information on some of the types and causes of rot in buildings. Ways to treat and control rot are also examined, as well as steps to take once the rot is eradicated to prevent problems recurring.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Stone Floors

Repairing Scottish Slate Roofs

This guide provides an introduction to Scottish slate roofs, including the components that go into the construction of the roofs and the unique features that they contain. Information is given on the sorts of problems that can arise with slate roofs, as well as an introduction to repair and maintenance techniques.

8pp, A5, 2006, FREE

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This guide gives advice on the cleaning, maintenance, reinstatement and repair of stone floors.

8pp, A5, 2010, FREE

Structural Cracks

This guide gives an introduction on how to recognise and diagnose various types of settlement cracks. Understanding the variety of cracks that can appear can also help in determining which can be ignored and which are a cause for concern.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Structural Joinery

This guide gives an introduction to the survey, inspection and repair options and principles for structural joinery.

8pp, A5, 2010, FREE

Terracotta and Faience

This guide provides information on the conservation of terracotta and faience. These materials are a highly decorative part of our built heritage and can be found on many buildings throughout the country. Careful maintenance is required to ensure the long-term survival of such elements, and any repair should be carried out in a careful and sympathetic manner.

8pp, A5, 2011, FREE

The Maintenance of Cast Iron Rainwater Goods

This guide provides a brief history of the manufacture and design of rainwater goods and gives guidance on common problems, their causes and appropriate maintenance and repair techniques.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

The Maintenance of Iron Gates and Railings

This guide gives advice to property owners and occupiers on how best to maintain and repair iron gates and railings.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

The Use of Lime and Cement in Traditional Buildings

This guide describes the differences between lime and cement mortars, and compares their effects on traditional buildings, including issues such as breathability of buildings and the physical appearance of different mortars.

8pp, A5, 2007, FREE

Timber Floors

This guide covers basic aspects of the construction and care of timber floors.

Various elements of their repair and maintenance are also included such as sanding, sealing and fixing.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

Timber Staircases

This guide explains the construction of timber staircases and the issues associated with their repair and maintenance, including repairs to creaking stairs and replacing damaged elements.

8pp, A5, 2010, FREE

Timber Window Shutters This guide gives an introduction to the construction, repair and maintenance of timber shutters.

8pp, A5, 2010, FREE

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Ventilation in Traditional Houses

This guide begins by providing information on the importance of ventilation in a traditionally built structure. It also covers the various ways in which ventilation is provided, such as sub-floor ventilation and chimneys, as well as issues surrounding masonry walls and plastered surfaces.

8pp, A5, 2008, FREE

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PUBLICATIONS | SHORT GUIDES

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SHORT GUIDES offer information to practitioners, professionals and property owners on maintaining traditional buildings. These guides are available free in print and to download online at http://conservation.historic-scotland.gov.uk/shortguides Fabric Improvements for Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings (Revised 2014)

This short guide presents practical solutions to improving energy efficiency in traditional and historic buildings, with a range of fabric improvement measures to different elements of a structure. The methods outlined will allow the building to continue to function in terms of ventilation and permeability, while maintaining historic fabric and character and minimising the visual impact of the changes.

35pp, A4, 2012, FREE

Lead Theft: Guidance on Protecting Traditional Buildings (Revised 2015)

This short guide offers practical guidance on how to reduce the risk of lead theft and protect the lead on buildings. It also sets out Historic Scotland’s policy on dealing with the loss of lead from a listed building, and the question of using alternative materials to replace lead.

24pp, A4, 2012, FREE

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The Repair and Maintenance of War Memorials

This short guide summarises the architectural styles and artistic designs of war memorials most often found in Scotland. It considers the types of materials used, the risks to the structures from physical, biological or atmospheric agents, and the appropriate care and maintenance for different types of materials to ensure their long-term conservation.

43pp, A4, 2013, FREE

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Maintenance and Repair Techniques for Traditional Cast Iron

This short guide focuses on the conservation and maintenance of exterior decorative architectural cast ironwork, offering practical guidance on maintenance and repair issues.

40pp, A4, 2013, FREE

Micro-renewables in the NEW Historic Environment

This short guide discusses the use of microrenewables in the historic environment, and highlights questions and considerations for when the installations of such systems are being contemplated.

29pp, A4, 2014, FREE

Historic Concrete in Scotland (Parts 1-3)

This short guide trilogy provides an overview of the use of historic concrete in Scotland. Part 1 explains the historical development of the material while parts 2 and 3 focus on the principles for assessment, conservation and repair.

40pp, A4, 2013, FREE

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Lime Mortars in Traditional Buildings

Lime Mortar in Traditional Buildings

This short guide provides a background to the history and use of lime mortars in traditional buildings, the sourcing of raw materials, preparation of lime mortars for repairs, and how to recognise and reduce the risk of failure.

48pp, A4, 2014, FREE

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Scottish Traditional Brickwork

Scottish Traditional Brickwork

This short guide provides an introduction to the repair and maintenance of Scottish brick structures, including sourcing bricks, replacing defective bricks, repointing and structural repairs.

44pp, A4, 2014, FREE

Maintaining Your Home: A Short Guide for Homeowners (Revised 2014)

This short guide explores the aspects of maintaining traditional buildings, including understanding your home and preparing a maintenance plan.

A4, 2007, FREE

Sash and Case Windows: A Short Guide for Homeowners (Revised 2009) Booklet describing the common maintenance and repair tasks for sash and case windows.

12pp, A4, 2009, FREE

Traditional Shopfronts: A Short Guide for Shop Owners

This guide gives advice on the conservation and enhancement of traditional shopfronts and includes a brief architectural history of shopfront design.

16pp, A4, 2010, FREE

PUBLICATIONS | TECHNICAL PAPERS

TP 1 Thermal Performance of Traditional Windows: Glasgow Caledonian University

This paper presents research results from testing the thermal performance of traditional timber sash and case windows, comparing the original single-glazed windows against various upgrading options such as blinds, curtains, shutters, secondary glazing and double glazing.

36pp, A4, 2008, Revised 2010, FREE

TP 2 In Situ U-value Measurements in Traditional Buildings: Preliminary Results Glasgow Caledonian University

This report summarises results of in situ U-value measurements of solid stonewalls in five traditional Scottish buildings. It assesses the thermal performance of the traditional building envelope to provide guidance for energy performance assessment. The report also includes results from tests on solid ground floor concrete slab with and without retrofitted insulation.

15pp, A4, 2008, FREE

TP 3 Energy Modelling Analysis of a Traditionally Built Scottish Tenement Flat: Changeworks

Four different energymodelling methodologies tested in relation to a traditionally built tenement flat.

35pp, A4, 2008, FREE

TP 4 Energy Modelling in Traditional Scottish Houses (EMTISH): Heriot-Watt University

This paper presents the results of the energy modelling of three houses that were considered typical for the traditionally built housing stock in Scotland. The report lists and prioritises some of the improvement measures available to achieve energy and carbon savings in such buildings.

35pp, A4, 2008, FREE

TP 5 Energy Modelling of a Mid 19th Century Villa: Baseline Performance and Improvement Options Integrated: Environmental Solutions Ltd

This paper summarises the assessment of a traditional, twostorey sandstone villa in rural Scotland in terms of its energy performance and internal comfort conditions. Dynamic thermal modelling was used rather than steady state calculation methods in an attempt to record results from an alternative software testing technique.

The dynamic thermal modelling enables factors such as thermal mass and retrofitted draught proofing to be taken into account, which are generally neglected in steady state simulations.

16pp, A4, 2009, FREE

TP 6 Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings: Gaia Research

This paper is a scoping study comprising a brief overview of indoor air quality and energy efficiency issues in traditional buildings. It has involved a desk study of existing publications, web-based information and ongoing research. This paper also presents case study examples of buildings – traditional and new build – demonstrating some of the issues discussed in this study.

43pp, A4, 2009, FREE

TP 7 Embodied Carbon in Natural Building Stone in Scotland

This paper looks at the embodied energy associated with the procurement of building stone – assessing the amount of carbon that is used in extracting, processing and delivering stone from various sources.

The benefits of a local sourcing of stone are discussed, as well as options for further study.

49pp, A4, 2010, FREE

TP 8 Energy Modelling of the Garden Bothy, Dumfries House

This paper models the thermal upgrades at one of Conservation Group’s pilot sites, looking at present modelled energy performance against post-intervention performance. It considers the differences between various evaluation systems and why they might occur, as well as commenting on the suitability of the Energy Performance Certificate when used in traditionally constructed buildings.

55pp, A4, 2010, FREE

TP 9 Slim-profile Double Glazing: Thermal Performance and Embodied Energy

Ten slim-profile doubleglazing systems were measured on site, and the results compared with secondary glazing fitted to single-glazed windows. The paper also presents findings on the embodied energy associated with such double glazing.

60pp, A4, 2010, FREE

TP 10 U-values and Traditional Buildings: In Situ Measurements and Their Comparisons to Calculated Values

This paper presents the results of in situ U-value measurements of mostly walls, some roofs and one floor. The building elements measured varied with regard to the building materials and techniques used to construct them. The measurement results were also compared to the modelling results of software programs.

70pp, A4, 2011, FREE

TP 11 Scottish Renaissance Interiors: Facings and Adhesives for Size-tempera Painted Wood

This report by Chantal Thuer examines the use of facings and adhesives in Scottish Renaissance interiors.

131pp, A4, 2011, FREE

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TECHNICAL PAPERS present results of academic research in which Historic Scotland has been involved, either as a research partner or as a commissioning body. These papers are available free in print and to download online at http://conservation.historic-scotland.gov.uk/techpapers

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PUBLICATIONS | TECHNICAL PAPERS TP 12 Indoor Environmental Quality in Refurbishment

This report considers the way in which the indoor environmental quality within buildings is affected by how we build, furnish, heat and ventilate our homes, and how this can affect our health and wellbeing. It looks at how the refurbishment of older buildings can be designed to benefit health and human comfort, as well as improve energy efficiency.

36pp, A4, 2011, FREE

TP 13 Embodied Energy Considerations for Existing Buildings

This report outlines the importance of life cycle analysis (LCA) in assessing the sustainability of new buildings and of maintaining, refurbishing and replacing existing buildings. It considers the concept of embodied energy and whether it is relevant when assessing carbon reduction targets.

48pp, A4, 2011, FREE

TP 14 Keeping Warm in a Cooler House: Creating Thermal Comfort With Background Heating and Local Supplementary Warmth

This report challenges the perception that houses must be heated to modern standards, and explores achieving comfort in an older house using background low-temperature heating and a local radiant heat source to create warmth as required.

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28pp, A4, 2011, FREE

TP 15 Assessing NEW Insulation Retrofits With Hygrothermal Simulations: Heat and Moisture Transfer in Insulated Solid Stone Walls

This paper deals with hygrothermal building physics, including assessment methods and possible risks in retrofitting traditional buildings. The methods discussed are illustrated by case studies.

A4, 2015, FREE

TP 16 Green Deal Financial Modelling of a Traditional Cottage and Tenement Flat

The UK Government’s Green Deal eliminates the need to pay upfront for energy efficiency measures. This Technical Paper presents the findings of two separate financial modelling exercises undertaken on different traditional property types: a detached cottage and an urban tenement flat to assess the financial viability of a range of improvement measures under the Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation finance schemes.

80pp, A4, 2012, FREE

TP 17 Green Deal Energy Company Obligation and Traditional Buildings

This report analyses three traditional property types common across Scotland, modelling comprehensive upgrade packages and identifying opportunities for financial support through the Green Deal and ECO. The report revisits Technical Paper 16, which explored the Green Deal in relation to traditional buildings in early 2012.

62pp, A4, 2013, FREE

TP 18 Evaluating NEW Energy Modelling in Traditionally Constructed Dwellings

This study demonstrates, through chosen case studies, the use of building modelling in traditionally constructed dwellings in Scotland. The range of assumptions used by the SAP and RdSAP methodologies are investigated and recommendations are provided for how, with a focus on traditional Scottish homes, changes could be made to improve the validity of the advice provided by these tools.

43pp, A4, 2014, FREE

TP 19 Monitoring NEW Thermal Upgrades to Ten Traditional Properties

This Technical Paper sets out the pre- and postintervention monitoring work carried out by the Scottish Energy Centre (SEC) at Edinburgh Napier University for Historic Scotland as part of the energy efficiency refurbishment pilot programme on traditional and historic buildings.

50pp, A4, 2014 FREE

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TP 20 Slim-profile Double-Glazing in Listed Buildings

This report presents the results from thermal in situ testing of slim-profile double-glazing, drawing conclusions from the comparison of the U-value results measured in the winters of 2009/10 and 2011/12.

22pp, A4, 2013, FREE

TP 21 Data Sources for NEW Energy Performance Assessments of Historic Buildings in the United Kingdom

This Technical Paper identifies data sources which can be helpful for assessing the energy performance of historic buildings in the United Kingdom (UK). The list of data sources in this paper was originally prepared as one of Historic Scotland’s contributions to EFFESUS, a European project researching the energy efficiency of European historic urban districts.

142pp, A4. 2014, FREE

TP 22 Scotstarvit Tower Cottage

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Electric radiant heating panels were installed at Scotstarvit Tower Cottage following extensive refurbishment to improve the building’s energy efficiency and replace the existing oil-fired wet-heating system. This report outlines the study that assessed the performance of the new heating system and considers the methods used, results obtained and the conclusions that can be drawn.

49pp, A4, 2014, FREE

TP 23 Thermal NEW Assessment of Internal Shutters and Window Film Applied to Traditional Single Glazed Sash and Case Windows

This report examines two inexpensive methods for improving the thermal performance of single-glazed sash and case windows: the use of insulated shutters, and a window film applied to the existing panes. Both techniques were trialled at Wee Causeway, a detached 18th century cottage in Culross, with the success of each approach analysed in relation to thermal transmittance measurements taken in situ, together with those calculated using proprietary software programs.

55pp, A4, 2014, FREE

PUBLICATIONS | REFURBISHMENT CASE STUDIES

RCS 1 Five Tenement Flats, Edinburgh

This case study describes a number of upgrade works, carried out to five B-listed tenement flats in Edinburgh, aiming to improve the acoustic and thermal performance of the exterior building fabric through upgrades of both windows and walls. The pre- and post-intervention performance of the properties is discussed in relation to any upgrade work carried out. The case study also explores the practicalities of carrying out such upgrade work while a building is occupied.

50pp, A4, 2012, FREE

RCS 2 Wells O’ Wearie, Edinburgh

This case study explores upgrades carried out to Wells O’ Wearie cottage, a single-storey, stone building situated in a sheltered dell in the Holyrood area of Edinburgh. Described in the report is a range of upgrades carried out to individual building elements in order to improve their thermal performance while maintaining acceptable levels of water vapour permeability through the use of natural materials. Upgraded during the project were the roof, walls, floors and glazing of the cottage.

18pp, A4, 2012, FREE

RCS 3 Wee Causeway, Culross

This case study describes upgrade work carried out on a detached stone cottage, Wee Causeway, in Culross, Fife. The cottage is owned by the National Trust for Scotland and is situated in a small village on the Firth of Forth. Wee Causeway was used in trials to explore different options of wall and roof insulation upgrades to improve the thermal performance of the building.

The project aimed to retain as much of the original building fabric as possible while bringing about the greatest improvement to thermal performance and vapour permeability.

12pp, A4, 2012, FREE

RCS 4 Sword Street, Glasgow

This case study explores upgrade options to the walls in six tenement flats at a property in Glasgow.

This was done in order to demonstrate that upgrades to mass masonry walls can improve the thermal performance while retaining the moisture vapour permeability of the building fabric.

Six different measures of insulation were trialled at this property.

14pp, A4, 2012, FREE

RCS 5 The Pleasance, Edinburgh

The project described in this case study sought to demonstrate that effective thermal upgrades are possible in traditionally constructed buildings without excessive cost and disruption to the owner, or extensive removal and damage to the building fabric. Maintaining the water vapour permeability, while upgrading the coom ceiling, attic space and lightwell of the building, was also an important consideration. The upgraded property is a B-listed, mid-terrace, attic floor apartment owned by Castle Rock Edinvar Housing Association that lies in an urban area of Edinburgh.

18pp, A4, 2012, FREE

RCS 6 Kildonan, South Uist

Refurbishment Case Study 6 describes upgrades to a detached rural cottage on the island of South Uist.

The aim was to demonstrate different methods and materials that could be used to improve the thermal performance of a traditionally constructed building of this type, while maintaining good levels of water vapour permeability of the building fabric. During this project, consideration was given to the aesthetic and fabric requirements of the building, and also to the nature of the building’s exposed location. Upgraded during this project were the walls, roof and windows.

12pp, A4, 2012, FREE

RCS 7 Scotstarvit Tower Cottage, Cupar

This case study describes upgrades to Scotstarvit Tower Cottage, a detached rural building owned by the National Trust for Scotland. The single-storey cottage is located near Cupar, Fife, adjacent to the Scotstarvit Tower monument. The refurbishment project demonstrates a range of energy efficiency upgrades that can be carried out in traditionally constructed buildings, with minimal or no loss of original fabric. The project involved the use of innovative materials – in particular, loose-fill perlite wall insulation – and demonstrated the use of vapour-permeable materials and finishes.

The project also included the installation of radiant heating.

34pp, A4, 2012, FREE

Refurbishment Case Study 8

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Garden Bothy, Cumnock Upgrades to walls, floors, windows & door

RCS 8 Garden Bothy, Cumnock

This case study describes a number of energy efficiency upgrade works undertaken at the Garden Bothy, a two-storey stone building in Cumnock, East Ayrshire. The work focused on upgrade measures to improve the thermal performance of the walls, floors and windows, as well as an external door. In situ, hygrothermal monitoring of these measures is ongoing.

20pp, A4, 2012, FREE

Refurbishment Case Study 09

Leighton Library

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RCS 9 Leighton Library

This report describes thermal performance improvements undertaken at the Leighton Library in Dunblane. In keeping with the preceding Refurbishment Case Studies, the aim of this work was to upgrade the property and improve its thermal performance using materials that were appropriate to the fabric of the building. Due to the increasing cost of heating the building, there was a desire on the part of the Trustees to improve the energy efficiency of the building. In 2011, Historic Scotland awarded a grant to the Trustees to install insulation in the roof space.

Installation of loft insulation

5pp, A4, 2014, FREE

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REFURBISHMENT CASE STUDIES on projects sponsored by Historic Scotland concerning the repair or upgrade of traditional buildings, mostly related to energy efficiency. These case studies are available in print and to download online at http://conservation.historic-scotland.gov.uk/casestudies

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Rothesay

RCS 10 Rothesay

This case study describes thermal performance improvements undertaken at two residential properties in Rothesay, Isle of Bute, during 2011.

In keeping with the preceding Refurbishment Case Studies, the aim of this work was to upgrade the property by improving its thermal performance in a manner compatible with the existing building fabric. Three types of improvement were trialled in this case study: the addition of insulation to internal walls, secondary glazing to windows and additional insulation to a door.

Installation of insulation and secondary glazing

5pp, A4, 2014, FREE

Refurbishment Case Study 11

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Newtongrange Installation of roof and coom insulation and secondary glazing

RCS 11 Newtongrange

This case study is one in a series of Refurbishment Case Studies and follows the theme of thermal upgrades to traditionally built properties in Scotland.

This project focused primarily on coom ceilings – that is, the sloping ceiling in a habitable room wholly or partially within a roof space. These areas have previously been difficult to insulate without stripping out internal linings, often leading to loss of historic fabric, disruptive building work, and the expense of new materials and labour. This project sought to demonstrate that effective thermal upgrades were possible for coom ceilings without excessive cost and disruption for the owner and extensive removal or damage to the fabric.

10pp, A4, 2014, FREE

Refurbishment Case Study 12

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Kincardine Castle

RCS 12 Kincardine Castle

This report is the 12th in a series of case studies that describe energy efficiency upgrades in traditional Scottish buildings. While the previous case studies focused on work to building fabric, this study describes the installation and running of a biomass system. It concerns the work carried out to install a more efficient, economical and sustainable heating system in Kincardine Castle in Aberdeenshire.

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Installation of Biomass System

14pp, A4, 2014, FREE

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Kirkcudbright Conservation works to an 18th century townhouse

RCS 13 Conservation Works to an 18th Century Townhouse

This Refurbishment Case Study focuses on an 18th century house in Kirkcudbright, where the owner has progressively restored the house to a workable configuration, reinstating the original architectural proportions and utilising many of the original elements. During this project, the owner learnt a lot about the appropriate use of traditional techniques and the benefits of technically compatible materials.

20pp, A4, 2014, FREE

RCS 14 Wauchope Mausoleum, Edinburgh

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Refurbishment Case Study 14 is the first in the series to examine the implementation of interim or temporary repairs offering short-term protection to traditional or historic structures threatened by damage. The works undertaken on a small, 18th century mausoleum in Edinburgh focused on replacing the existing roof covering and removing damaging vegetation. While modest in scope and financial outlay, these interventions successfully secured the immediate future of an otherwise vulnerable structure, allowing consideration of more comprehensive repair schemes in the future.

17pp, A4, 2014, FREE

PUBLICATIONS | TECHNICAL ADVICE NOTES

TAN 1 Preparation and Use of Lime Mortars (Revised 2005)

A guide to the principles underlying the use of lime mortars in repointing and masonry consolidation, including advice on materials, specification and site practice.

76pp, A4, 2003

TAN 2 Conservation of Plasterwork (Revised 2002)

An account of the different types of plaster found in Scottish traditional buildings, with advice on conservation, repair and restoration methods and specification.

44pp, A4, 2002, £6.00

TAN 4 Thatch and Thatching Techniques

An illustrated guide to Scottish thatching traditions, demonstrating the diversity of materials used, and offering advice on conservation, maintenance and repair.

84pp, A4, 1996, £6.00

TAN 5 The Hebridean Blackhouse

A case study of the Blackhouse at 42 Arnol, Lewis, its materials, construction and maintenance.

34pp, A4, 1996, £6.00

TAN 6 Earth Structures and Construction in Scotland

A guide to the recognition and conservation of earth technology in Scottish buildings.

128pp, A4, 1996, £6.00

TAN 7 Access to the Built Heritage

Advice and information on improving access for visitors with disabilities to historic buildings and monuments open to the public.

51pp, A4, 1996, £6.00

TAN 8 The Historic Scotland Guide to International Conservation Charters

Comprehensive analysis of more than 70 international statements of conservation principles.

96pp, A4, 1997

TAN 9 Stonecleaning of Granite Buildings

Advice on the soiling, decay and cleaning of granite buildings and related testing, specification and execution of the work.

52pp, A4, 1997, £6.00

TAN 10 Biological Growths on Sandstone Buildings: Control and Treatment

Guidance on the effect of biological growths on sandstone structures and the feasibility of their removal, with advice on appropriate methods of control.

48pp, A4, 1998, £6.00

TAN 12 Quarries of Scotland

An illustrated guide to Scottish geology and stone working methods based on the British Geological Survey Photographic Archive of selected building stone quarries.

TAN 13 The Archaeology of Scottish Thatch

A guide to applying archaeological recording and analytical techniques to the study of thatch and thatching in Scotland.

96pp, A4, 1998, £6.00

TAN 15 External Lime Coatings on Traditional Buildings

A comprehensive account of the benefits of using lime finishes on the exteriors of traditionally constructed buildings.

92pp, A4, 2001, £6.00

TAN 16 Burrowing Animals and Archaeology

A description of the preventive methods and control measures that are appropriate for use around protected archaeological sites and monuments.

14pp, A4, 1999, £6.00

TAN 17 Bracken and Archaeology

An important interim statement on understanding this plant, its interaction with archaeological monuments and sites, and the measures available for its control.

44pp, A4, 1999, £6.00

TAN 18 The Treatment of Graffiti on Historic Surfaces

Advice on graffiti removal procedures, anti-graffiti coatings and alternative strategies.

58pp, A4, 1999, £6.00

84pp, A4, 1997, £6.00

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TECHNICAL ADVICE NOTES offer advice on specific aspects of conservation in the built environment

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PUBLICATIONS | TECHNICAL ADVICE NOTES TAN 19 Scottish Aggregates for Building Conservation

A guide to the availability and suitability of aggregates for use in mortars to match those used in historic buildings in Scotland.

60pp, A4, 1999, £6.00

TAN 20 Corrosion in Masonry Clad Early 20th Century Steel Framed Buildings

A guide that draws together existing information on current methodologies of repair and presenting details of newer technologies.

84pp, A4, 2000

TAN 21 Scottish Slate Quarries

Outlines qualities of various Scottish slates and identifies Scottish quarries appropriate for further investigation with a view to reopening them.

112pp, A4, 2000

TAN 23 Non-destructive Investigation of Standing Structures

Advice and information on the range of nondestructive investigative and recording techniques available for examining historic fabric.

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72pp, A4, 2001, £6.00

TAN 24 The Environmental Control of Dry Rot This guide is the study of environment-friendly methods for the treatment of dry rot.

76pp, A4, 2002, £6.00

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TAN 25 Maintenance and Repair of Cleaned Stone Buildings

A review of soiling and decay mechanisms that can result from previous stonecleaning and the suitability of a range of repair methods.

96pp, A4, 2003, £6.00

TAN 26 Care and Conservation of 17th Century Plasterwork in Scotland

This deals with a wide range of techniques and considerations for the care and repair of plasterwork from the first three-quarters of the 17th century. Advice is offered on materials and construction details, the taking of ‘squeezes’ and the running of cornices.

68pp, A4, 2004, £6.00

TAN 27 Development and Archaeology in Historic Townsand Cities

This guide provides clear and practical advice to prospective developers on how to manage the archaeological issues arising from developing a site in one of Scotland’s many historic towns or cities.

68pp, A4, 2004, £6.00

TAN 29 Corrugated Iron and Other Ferrous Metal Cladding

An outline of the history of ferrous metal cladding in Scotland. This TAN seeks to reinstate the material’s reputation as a significant vernacular building component. Technical guidance, documentation and conservation techniques are discussed.

54pp, A4, 2004, £6.00

TAN 30 Scottish Turf Construction

This gives details of all aspects of turf construction in Scotland including the material itself, methods of building and tools used, as well as a number of case studies. It also considers maintenance and conservation of such buildings.

92pp, A4, 2006

TAN 31 Stonemasonry Material and Skills

This TAN describes the methodology used during the Glasgow project undertaken by the Scottish Stone Liaison Group. This project aimed to determine the repair needs of the stonework in Glasgow, the quantity and the type of stone required and the skills that will be necessary to carry out the repairs. The TAN is split into two main parts, the first giving guidance on mechanisms and types of decay, the second providing a detailed description of the approaches and methods adopted when carrying out the survey and recording the results.

28pp, A4, 2007

PUBLICATIONS | RESEARCH REPORTS

A Pilot Study Into the Potential for a Building Stones of Scotland Publication

This reference report explores the existing records and references for Scottish stone from national collections held in museums, private collections, geology societies and heritage trusts.

36pp, A4, 2003, £6.00

Ballachulish Slate: Extraction and Testing of Slate From Khartoum Quarry, Argyll

Two volumes recording research by the Scottish Stone Liaison Group into the viability of reinstating indigenous Scottish slate. Two sites were selected for investigation and these reports record the work done and the outcomes of the research. (Research Report – Macduff Slate also available)

66pp, A4, 2008, £6.00

Charlestown Limeworks, Research and Conservation

This report constitutes the findings of extensive archival research and offers an introduction to the development of lime production at Charlestown, as well as the efforts made to conserve part of the Limeworks complex.

Cost Action C17 Built Heritage Fire Loss to Historic Buildings: Final Report

Consisting of three parts, this is the final report of the European Science Foundation Research Project COST Action C17 ‘Fire Loss to Historic Buildings’.

Presented as two volumes, with a shorter executive summary of the Action’s findings and recommendations, are combined and contained in a slipcase. See also: Executive Summary of Recommendations.

Part 1: 300pp; Part 2: 164pp; Ex.S 32pp. A4, 2007, £6.00

Early Medieval Sculpture and the Production of Meaning, Value and Place: The Case of Hilton Cadboll

The Hilton of Cadboll Pictish cross-slab is one of the finest examples of early medieval sculpture in Scotland. This research report is designed to gain an understanding of the meanings and values surrounding early medieval sculpture and the basis of conflict between various interest groups.

89pp, A4, 2004, £6.00

Evaluation of Limestone and Building Limes in Scotland

This report evaluates the qualities and performance of lime mortars from selected quarries.

64pp, A4, 2006

Chemical Consolidants and Water Repellents for Sandstones in Scotland

The findings of a two-year project researching the use and effectiveness of consolidants and water repellents on Scottish sandstones.

276pp, A4, 2003, £6.00

152pp, A4, 2003, £6.00

Historic Landuse Assessment: Development And Potential of a Technique for Assessing Landuse Patterns

Joint publication by Ancient Monuments Division and RCAHMS. This report provides the results of a two-year pilot project involving the development of GISbased Historic Landuse Assessment for a number of areas in Scotland.

Impact of the Braer Oil Spill on Historic Scotland Monuments in Shetland

A case study on the effects of the Braer oil spill on stone structures in Shetland to determine the overall impact of oil on building stone.

64pp, A4, 2001, £6.00

Investigations Into the Control of Biofilm Damage With Relevance to Built Heritage (BIODAM)

This publication describes the results of a three-year EC-funded R&D project (BIODAM) which investigated the effects of biological colonisation on heritage surfaces. It evaluated novel low toxicity treatments and their ability to control the development of biofilms.

104pp, A4, 2006, £6.00

Laser Stonecleaning in Scotland

This report results from work carried out by Robert Gordon University and the Building Research Establishment to investigate the response of sandstones and granites to laser exposure.

144pp, A4, 2005, £6.00

Literature Review: Mortars in Historic Buildings

A review of the conservation, technical and scientific literature relating to mortar in historic buildings. The publication considers compatibility and analysis of historic mortars along with the design and development of new ones.

84pp, A4, 2003

32pp, A4, 1999

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RESEARCH REPORTS on commissioned work by sector specialists, joint initiatives with academic institutions and in-house

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PUBLICATIONS | RESEARCH REPORTS Macduff Slate: Extraction and Testing of Slate From Hill of Foudland, Aberdeenshire

Scottish Roofing Slate: Characteristics and Tests

This research report ties the geological properties of slate to its usability as a roofing material.

Two volumes have been published following research work by the Scottish Stone Liaison Group in considering the viability of reinstating a supply of indigenous Scottish slate. Two sites were selected for investigation work, and these reports record the work undertaken and the resulting outcomes of the research. (Research Report – Ballachulish Slate also available)

218pp, A4, 2002, £6.00

This report is spread over two volumes and studies the use of soft capping for conservation in Scotland.

Due to its size, the publication is only available on a USB stick in a presentation box.

Parchment/Vellum Conservation Survey and Bibliography

Vol 1: 122pp; Vol 2: 333pp. A4, 2011, £6.00

Sources of Financial Assistance for the Conservation of Scotland’s Historic Graveyards

Unique reference resource for paper and parchment conservators, including detailed bibliography of related publications.

This reference report provides information about the sources of funding for projects seeking to conserve the fabric or natural environment of historic graveyards in Scotland.

48pp, A4, 2000, £6.00

28pp, A4, 2004, FREE

Studies of the Domestic Dry Rot Fungus Serpula Lacrymans With Relevance to the Management of Decay in Buildings

Sunnybrae Cottage, PitloChry

Sunnybrae Cottage, Pitlochry

A guide to the major sources of information for those researching the history of an individual burial ground.

32pp, A4, 2005, FREE

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Research Report

Sunnybrae Cottage, Pitlochry

This report is an overview of the history of Sunnybrae Cottage in Pitlochry, Scotland. It deals with the construction and the work carried out in this fine example of a traditionally constructed dwelling.

Sunnybrae Cottage, Pitlochry

APS Group (Scotland) 188692 (09/12)

80pp, A4, 2012, £6.00 (PDF only)

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The Blackhouses of Arnol

This publication offers an opportunity to take stock of the rapidly disappearing field evidence relating to Lewis blackhouses as exemplified by those at Arnol.

66pp, A4, 2004, £6.00

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The Historical and Technical Development of Sash and Case Windows in Scotland

An account of the historical evolution of the sash and case window, detailing gradual technical and aesthetic refinements.

160pp, A4, 2001, £6.00

The Management of Cropmark Archaeology in Lowland Scotland

This research report focuses on the processes of destruction that can affect ancient sites in a modern agricultural landscape, and the ways in which these can be managed. It is hoped this report will help to find generally acceptable methods for assessing the severity and urgency of threats, based on information available, without costly excavation.

87pp, A4, 2008, £6.00

The Pattern of Scottish Roofing

220pp, A4, 2002, £6.00

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Researching Your Graveyard

240pp, A4, 2003, £6.00

Scientific research underpinning TAN 24, studying how changes in conditions can prevent further fungal growth.

R Research Report

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Riksantikvaren Research Reports

Set of 3, 2006, £6.00

This research report assesses the effects of different cleaning regimes on natural stone.

Soft Cappings Vol 1 & 2

70pp, A4, 2008, £6.00

Three volume publication by the Norwegian Directorate for Cultural Heritage.

Volume 1: Minimum Invasive Fire Detection for Protection of Heritage reviews the available range of fire detection equipment for historic buildings heat detection and area fire detection for wider townscape protection.

Volume 2: Manual Fire Extinguishing Equipment for Protection of Heritage evaluates manual firefighting techniques, equipment and extinguishing media.

Volume 3: Hypoxic Air Venting for Protection of Heritage examines innovative systems for modifying air oxygen concentration in enclosed spaces.

The Consequences of Past Stonecleaning Intervention on Future Policy and Resources

184pp, A4, 2000

A detailed visual overview of the range of roofing materials and techniques that are to be found in Scotland.

The Performance of Replacement Sandstone in the New Town of Edinburgh

This research report is based on an analysis of the records of the grant-aided restoration schemes supported by the former Edinburgh New Town Conservation Committee.

120pp, A4, 2004, £6.00

PUBLICATIONS | GUIDES FOR PRACTITIONERS

Conservation of Architectural Monuments in Scotland

This booklet offers guidance for owners of architectural monuments on the principles by which works should be planned and carried out in reference to the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act of 1979.

64pp, A4, 2001, £6.00

GP 1 Rural Buildings of the Lothians: Conservation and Conversion

Illustrated guide providing relevant information on the design, construction and repair of traditional rural buildings.

256pp, A4, 1999, £6.00

GP 2 Conservation of Historic Graveyards

Covers technical conservation issues relating to various elements of the graveyard, with advice on specialised repair and conservation techniques and an inventory of Scottish sites.

204pp, 2001, £6.00

GP 3 The Conservation of Timber Sash and Case Windows

Provides advice on inspecting windows to assess repair requirements accurately and describes appropriate repair techniques.

88pp, A4, 2002, £6.00

GP 5 Scottish Iron Structures

This publication provides an historical overview of the production and use of wrought and cast iron in Scotland, as well as guidance on structural appraisal and appropriate conservation techniques.

220pp, A4, 2006, £6.00

GP 6 Conversion of Traditional Buildings Parts 1 & 2

This guide aims to provide advice to practitioners, developers, building owners and local authorities regarding the application of the Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004 to the conversion of traditional buildings. Its function is to support existing technical handbooks by identifying and resolving typical areas of difficulty that may be encountered during the conversion of such buildings.

Vol 1 68pp, Vol 2 160pp, A4, 2007

GP 7 Fire Safety Management in Traditional Buildings Parts 1 & 2

The identification and assessment of fire risk with advice on its management and appropriate technology consistent with accepted conservation principles, as well as an overview of legislation.

Part 1: 79pp; Part 2: 211pp. A4, 2010, £6.00

Stonecleaning: A Guide for Practitioners

The original practitioners guide based on stonecleaning research.

It includes background on sandstone characteristics, the effects of soiling agents and a comparison of the various physical and chemical cleaning methods available.

122pp, A4, 1994, £6.00

Stone in Scotland

Stone in Scotland is the latest in an international series of publications by UNESCO/IAEG describing stone resources in different parts of the world. This volume catalogues the Scottish stone resources and has been written by staff at the British Geological Survey and Historic Scotland. Scotland is often referred to as a nation of stone, and was once a major producer and exporter, sending granite, sandstone and flagstone around the world.

72pp, A4, 2006, £14.00 (£11.00+£3.00 P&P) *Please note: no discounts can be offered with this publication

Timber Decay in Buildings: The Conservation Approach to Treatment

Tackling the issues relating to timber decay, this joint publication from Historic Scotland and English Heritage forms the basis of conservation methods advocated by both organisations.

252pp+8pp colour plate section, 1999, £37.00 (£34.00+£3.00 p&p) *Please note: no discounts can be offered with this publication

GP 4 Measured Survey and Building Recording for Historic Buildings and Structure

This guide for practitioners outlines the principles and practice of building recording, to inform all those commissioning or undertaking work on traditional or historic buildings.

196pp, A4, 2004, £6.00

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GUIDES FOR PRACTITIONERS In-depth guides for those working in the field

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CASE STUDIES in the conservation of the built environment.

Conservation of Phoebe Anna Traquair Murals at Mansfield Traquair Centre, Edinburgh

This case study gives an account of the conservation of the mural paintings by Phoebe Anna Traquair in the former Catholic Apostolic Church in Mansfield Place, Edinburgh. It examines the history of the church and the murals.

164pp, A4, 2007, £6.00

Cottier’s in Context: Daniel Cottier, William Leiper and Dowanhill Church, Glasgow

This case study explores the life, work and influence of the Scottish-born designer Daniel Cottier, his contemporary William Leiper, and the only church decorated by Cottier to survive from this period at Dowanhill in Glasgow.

179pp, A4, 2011, £6.00

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The Investigation, Repair and Conservation of the Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green

This case study follows the processes involved in the repair and conservation of the Doulton Fountain, commissioned for the Glasgow Exhibition of 1888, which stands on Glasgow Green.

The structure of this imposing terracotta fountain had suffered badly from decay and vandalism, and a major conservation project was undertaken to repair the damage, culminating in the fountain being switched back on in 2005. This report details all stages of this process, from the initial detailed research, planning the project, taking down the fountain, manufacturing replacement elements and the final re-erection of the structure.

100pp, A4, 2009, £6.00

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PUBLICATIONS | OTHER PUBLICATIONS

Architectural Ironwork in Stornoway (available in English and Gaelic)

The stunning cast ironwork in Stornoway is one of the largest and best maintained examples of Victorian and Edwardian architectural ironwork in the country. It is the focus of this publication, which tells the story of the ironwork, its enormous popularity in the 19th century, and how it survived in Stornoway despite vanishing from much of Britain during World War II, when large amounts were removed for the war effort.

The book has been produced in both English and Gaelic and has been put together following the work of Ali Davey, an Historic Scotland Research Fellow, who photographed and recorded much of Stornoway’s ironwork in 2006.

142pp, A4, 2008 (English version Revised 2015), £6.00

Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials

Building Scotland examines 14 traditional building materials in total, including stone, timber, iron, clay and slate. Each chapter covers aspects of the material such as how it has been utilised over time, geographical variations throughout the country, the properties of the material and examples of its use.

196pp, A4, 2010, £25.00 *Please note no discount can be offered with this publication

Building Stone Resources of the United Kingdom (map)

This map is published by the British Geological Survey, and is a joint venture with Historic Scotland and other principal heritage and industry bodies.

32pp, A4, 2003, £8.00 (£6.25+£1.75 P&P) *Please note no discount can be offered with this publication

Conservation Case Study: Hanoverian Coat of Arms

This booklet describes in colour photographs the conservation and restoration treatment of the Hanoverian Coat of Arms above the Ravelin Gate at Fort George, Inverness-shire.

48pp, A4, 2003, FREE

Easel Painting Conservation

This booklet is an introduction in words and pictures to the technology of the conservation of easel paintings.

32pp, A4, 2003, FREE

Historic Barrhead

Just west of Glasgow in East Renfrewshire, Barrhead grew rapidly in the late 18th century because it was in the right place, at the right time. It was close to the emerging commercial centres of Glasgow and Paisley and yet it could rely on the Levern Water to power the booming cotton textile industry associated with those towns. The valley in which the town grew also has a rich earlier history demonstrated by a standing stone, long re-used as a footbridge. The archaeological potential of the town is discussed.

Scotland’s Shops

This publication explains the chronological history of the design of shops in Scotland, gives a technical background to the elements and materials used in their construction and advice on their conservation. It also includes a gazetteer of retail buildings around Scotland.

200pp, A4, 2010, £15.00

Technical Reference Series: Saracen Foundry Vol 1 & 2

These volumes are the first of a number of Technical Reference Books to be produced by the Technical Conservation Group. They celebrate the legacy of one of Scotland’s most successful and internationally renowned 19th-century industrial firms, Walter MacFarlane & Co’s Saracen Foundry. There are very few original catalogues.

Vol 1: 396pp; Vol 2: 697pp. A4, 2009, £6.00

The Repair of Historic Buildings in Scotland

Advice on the principles and methods of repair for those concerned with the authentic repair of historic buildings in Scotland.

84pp, A4, 1995, £6.00

84pp, A5, 2008, £9.50

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OTHER PUBLICATIONS including technical reference notes

Historic Mauchline

Mauchline first appeared in the historical record in the 12th century, when it was granted to the Cistercian abbey of Melrose. It served as the administrative centre of a monastic estate until the Reformation and the 15thcentury Abbot Hunters Tower still stands in the heart of the medieval burgh as testament to its importance in this era.

The archaeological potential of the town that Burns knew is discussed.

62pp, A5, 2008, £9.50

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PUBLICATIONS | DIGITAL AND OTHER RESOURCES

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DIGITAL AND OTHER RESOURCES

Story of Phoebe Anna Traquair Murals (DVD)

An account of the conservation of the mural paintings by Phoebe Anna Traquair in the former Catholic Apostolic Church in Mansfield Place, Edinburgh.

2007, £6.00

Building Scotland (DVD)

This is a series of 14 short documentaries on some of the most popular materials used in the Scottish built heritage. This DVD is a companion to our 2010 publication of the same name.

2011, £6.00

Conservation of Phoebe Anna Traquair Murals (DVD)

An account of the conservation of the mural paintings by Phoebe Anna Traquair in the former Catholic Apostolic Church in Mansfield Place, Edinburgh.

2007, £6.00

INFORM House (CD-ROM, Revised 2011)

This CD-ROM contains concise information on the care and maintenance of a broad variety of materials and building features, from roofs, windows and doors to ceramic tiles, interior paints and timber floors.

Energy House

2011, FREE

Energy House is a downloadable interactive application with information about improving energy efficiency in traditional buildings.

Dictionary of Scottish Architects

This fantastic publication was published in 1996 and sadly is currently out of print. However, you can access it in full from the publications section on our website.

1966

A5, 2009, FREE

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Other resources

The Historic Scotland website is full of information and resources that might be useful for those working with traditional buildings. l For those interested in Scotland’s listed buildings, Historic Scotland produced a guide in 2013. It is a free downloadable PDF and you can access it from www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/ scotlandslistedbuildings.pdf l Planning and guidance information, including managing change in the historic environment, can be found on our corporate website, www.historicscotland.gov.uk/policy.htm l A series of managing change guidance notes is available on www.historicscotland.gov.uk/managingchange

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l Historic Scotland can also help with funding conservation and maintenance of traditional buildings. Some of the grants that are available include repair grants, archaeology grants, conservation and training grant schemes, and support for the maintenance of war memorials.

For more information on funding and eligibility, visit www.historic-scotland. gov.uk/grants l A number of strategies are in place to explain Historic Scotland’s objectives.

These are dynamic documents that get regularly updated, and they are available from our website. Titles include: Corporate Plan, Climate Change Action Plan, Traditional Building Skills Strategy and Technical Research Strategy. For more information on how to access this

information, please contact us on hs.cgpublications@scotland.gsi.gov.uk l Historic Scotland and RCAHMS have produced a joint publications catalogue with some of our most exciting new titles.

For more information or to get a copy, please contact James Crawford at James.Crawford@rcahms.gov.uk

Contact details

Historic Scotland Technical Publications

hs.cgpublications@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Historic Scotland Technical Advice

hs.cgconservation@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Historic Scotland Planning, Listed Building Matters

hs.listingsandconsents@scotland.gsi.gov.uk Historic Scotland Grants Team

hs.grants@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

PUBLICATIONS | INDEX

BUILDING TYPES

02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 20 Building Scotland (DVD) 14 Corrosion in Masonry Clad Early 20th Century Steel Framed Buildings 18 Cottier’s in Context 13 Earth Structures and Construction in Scotland 08 Historic Concrete in Scotland Part 1: History and Development 16 National Heritage Training Group Traditional Building Craft Skills 11 RCS 8 Garden Bothy, Cumnock 14 Scottish Aggregates for Building Conservation 17 Scottish Iron Structures 14 Scottish Turf Construction 16 Soft Cappings Vol 1 & 2 16 Sunnybrae Cottage, Pitlochry 13 Thatch and Thatching Techniques 13 The Archaeology of Scottish Thatch 16 The Blackhouses of Arnol 13 The Hebridean Blackhouse 07 The Use of Lime and Cement in Traditional Buildings 19 Traditional Building Skills 07 Ventilation in Traditional Houses

ENERGY CONSERVATION

10 Data Sources for Energy Performance Assessments of Historic Buildings in the United Kingdom 20 Energy House 08 Fabric Improvements for Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings 10 Evaluating Energy Modelling in Traditionally Constructed Dwellings 05 Improving Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings (Revised 2014) 20 INFORM House (CD–ROM, Revised 2011) 10 TP 14 Keeping Warm in a Cooler House 08 Micro-renewables in the historic environment 10 Monitoring Thermal Upgrades to Ten Traditional Properties 11 RCS 1 Five Tenement Flats 11 RCS 2 Wells O’Wearie 11 RCS 3 Wee Causeway 11 RCS 4 Sword Street 11 RCS 5 The Pleasance, Edinburgh

RCS 6 Kildonan RCS 7 Scotstarvit Tower Cottage RCS 8 Garden Bothy, Cumnock RCS 9 Leighton Library RCS 10 Rothesay RCS 11 Newtongrange RCS 12 Kincardine Castle RCS 13 Conservation Works to an 18th Century Townhouse 12 RCS 14 Wauchope Mausoleum, Edinburgh 10 Scotstarvit Tower Cottage 10 Thermal Assessment of Internal Shutters and Window Film Applied to Traditional Single Glazed Sash and Case Windows 09 TP 1 Thermal Performance of Traditional Windows 09 TP 2 In Situ U-Value Measurements in Traditional Buildings 09 TP 3 Energy Modelling Analysis of a Traditionally Built Scottish Tenement Flat: Changeworks 09 TP 4 Energy Modelling in Traditional Scottish Houses 09 TP 5 Energy Modelling of a Mid 19th Century Villa 09 TP 6 Indoor Air Quality and Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings 09 TP 7 Embodied Carbon in Natural Building Stone in Scotland 09 TP 8 Energy Modelling of the Garden Bothy 09 TP 9 Slim Profile Double Glazing: Thermal Performance and Embodied Energy 09 TP 10 U-Values and Traditional Buildings: In Situ Measurements and their Comparisons to Calculated Values 09 TP 11 Scottish Renaissance Interiors 10 TP 12 Indoor Environmental Quality in Refurbishment 10 TP 13 Embodied Energy Considerations for Existing Buildings 10 TP 14 Keeping Warm in a Cooler House 10 TP 15 Assessing Insulation Retrofits with Hygrothermal Simulations 10 TP 16 Green Deal Financial Modelling of a Traditional Cottage and Tenement Flat 10 TP 17 Green Deal Energy Company Obligation and Traditional Buildings 10 TP 18 Evaluating Energy Modelling in Traditionally Constructed Dwellings 10 TP 19 Monitoring Thermal Upgrades to Ten Traditional Properties 10 TP 20 Slim-profile Double-Glazing in Listed Buildings 10 TP 21 Data Sources for Energy Performance Assessments of Historic Buildings in the United Kingdom 10 TP 22 Scotstarvit Tower Cottage

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GLASS

02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 18 Cottier’s in Context 04 Domestic Decorative Glass 06 Maintaining Traditional Plain Glass and Glazing 10 Slim-profile Double-glazing in Listed Buildings

GRAVEYARDS

17 Conservation of Historic Graveyards 16 Researching your Graveyard 16 Sources of Financial Assistance for the Conservation of Scotland’s Historic Graveyards

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

04 Bird Control on Buildings 04 Bituminous Sheet Flat Roofs: Their Repair and Maintenance 02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 15 Charlestown Limeworks, Research and Conservation 19 Conservation Case Study: Hanoverian Coat of Arms 18 Conservation of Phoebe Anna Traquair Murals at Mansfield Traquair Centre, Edinburgh 17 Conversion of Traditional Buildings Parts 1 & 2 15 Impact of the Braer Oil Spill on Historic Scotland Monuments in Shetland 10 Indoor Environmental Quality in Refurbishment 20 INFORM House (CD–ROM, Revised 2011) 15 Investigations into the Control of Biofilm Damage 05 Maintaining Sash and Case Windows 06 Maintaining Traditional Plain Glass and Glazing 08 Maintaining Your Home 06 Repairing Scottish Slate Roofs 08 Sash and Case Windows 17 Stone in Scotland 18 The Investigation, Repair and Conservation of the Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green 06 The Maintenance of Cast Iron Rainwater Goods 06 The Maintenance of Iron Gates and Railings 16 The Performance of Replacement Sandstone in the New Town of Edinburgh 08 The Repair and Maintenance of War Memorials 19 The Repair of Historic Buildings in Scotland 13 The Treatment of Graffiti on Historic Surfaces

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BRICK AND CLAY

18 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 04 Ceramic Tiled Flooring 05 Earth Mortar and Earth Buildings 20 INFORM House (CD–ROM, Revised 2011) 06 Repairing Brickwork 08 Scottish Traditional Brickwork 06 Terracotta and Faience 18 The Investigation, Repair and Conservation of the Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green

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PUBLICATIONS | INDEX METALS

19 Architectural Ironwork in Stornoway 04 Boundary Ironwork 04 Bronze: The Care and Maintenance of Monumental Bronze 02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 04 Care and Maintenance of Corrugated Iron 14 Corrugated Iron and Other Ferrous Metal Cladding 05 Finials and Terminals 05 Fireplaces 08 Lead Theft 06 Roofing Leadwork 08 Maintenance and Repair Techniques for Traditional Cast Iron 19 Technical Reference Series: Saracen Foundry Vol 1 & 2 06 The Maintenance of Cast Iron Rainwater Goods 06 The Maintenance of Iron Gates and Railings

PAINTS AND FINISHES

02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 19 Conservation Case Study: Hanoverian Coat of Arms 18 Conservation of Phoebe Anna Traquair Murals 18 Cottier’s in Context 04 Decorative Paint Finishes: Graining and Marbling 19 Easel Painting Conservation 05 Gilding: Techniques Care and Maintenance 20 INFORM House (CD–ROM) 05 Interior Paint: A Guide to Internal Paint Finishes

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PLASTER

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02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 14 Care and Conservation of 17th Century Plasterwork in Scotland 13 Conservation of Plasterwork 08 Lime Mortar in Traditional Buildings

RECORDING AND SURVEYING

Access to the Built Heritage Bracken and Archaeology Burrowing Animals and Archaeology Dictionary of Scottish Building Development and Archaeology in Historic Towns and Cities 15 Early Medieval Sculpture and the Production of Meaning, Value and Place: The Case of Hilton Cadboll 15 Historic Landuse Assessment 20 INFORM House (CD-ROM) 15 Laser Stonecleaning in Scotland 17 Measured Survey and Building Recording for Historic Buildings and Structure

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14 Non-destructive Investigation of Standing Structures 16 Parchment/Vellum Conservation Survey and Bibliography 16 Scotland’s Shops 13 The Historic Scotland Guide to International Conservation Charters 16 The Management of Cropmark Archaeology in Lowland Scotland 16 The Pattern of Scottish Roofing 08 Traditional Shopfronts

SAFETY

05 Fire Safety in the Home 17 Fire Safety Management in Traditional Buildings Parts 1 & 2 16 Manual Fire Extinguishing Equipment for Protection of Heritage 16 Minimum Invasive Fire Detection for Protection of Heritage

STONE

15 A Future for Stone in Scotland 15 A Pilot Study into the Potential for a Building Stones of Scotland Publication 15 Ballachulish Slate 04 Biological Growth on Masonry 13 Biological Growths on Sandstone Buildings 02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 19 Building Stone Resources of the United Kingdom (map) 15 Chemical Consolidants and Water Repellents for Sandstones in Scotland 04 Cleaning Sandstone 17 Conservation of Historic Graveyards 04 Domestic Boundary Walls 04 Dry Stone Walls 09 Embodied Carbon in Natural Building Stone in Scotland 15 Evaluation of Limestone and Building Limes in Scotland 05 Exterior Masonry Steps 13 External Lime Coatings on Traditional Buildings 05 Foundations and Wall Footings 05 Graffiti and its Safe Removal 05 Growing Old Gracefully 16 Hypoxic Air Venting for Protection of Heritage 05 Improving Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings (Revised 2011) 05 Indent Repairs to Sandstone Ashlar Masonry 15 Laser Stonecleaning in Scotland 08 Lime Mortar in Traditional Buildings 17 Literature Review: Mortars in Historic Buildings 15 Macduff Slate 14 Maintenance and Repair of Cleaned Stone Buildings 14 Non-destructive Investigation of Standing Structures 06 Pantiles: Maintaining a Pantiled Roof 13 Preparation and Use of Lime Mortars 13 Quarries of Scotland

06 Repointing Ashlar Masonry 06 Repointing Rubble Stonework 06 Research Report: The Potential for Use 17 Rural Buildings of the Lothians 16 Scottish Roofing Slate: Characteristics and Tests 14 Scottish Slate Quarries 06 Stone Floors 17 Stone in Scotland 17 Stonecleaning 13 Stonecleaning of Granite Buildings 14 Stonemasonry Material and Skills 16 The Consequences of Past Stonecleaning Intervention on Future Policy and Resources 18 The Investigation, Repair and Conservation of the Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green 16 The Performance of Replacement Sandstone in the New Town of Edinburgh 13 The Treatment of Graffiti on Historic Surfaces

STRUCTURAL ISSUES

02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 15 Cost Action C17: Built Heritage Fire Loss to Historic Buildings: Final Report 04 Damp: Causes and Solutions 04 Domestic Chimneys and Flues 05 Finials and Terminals 05 Flood Damage to Traditional Buildings 20 INFORM House (CD–ROM) 06 Masonry Decay 06 Rot in Timber 06 Structural Cracks 06 Structural Joinery 16 Studies of the Domestic Dry Rot Fungus Serpula Lacrymans with Relevance to the Management of Decay in Buildings 14 The Environmental Control of Dry Rot 17 Timber Decay in Buildings: The Conservation Approach to Treatment

TIMBER

02 Building Scotland: Celebrating Scotland’s Traditional Building Materials 05 External Timber Doors 05 Insect Attack to Timber 05 Maintaining Sash and Case Windows 08 Maintaining Your Home 06 Rot in Timber 08 Sash and Case Windows 17 The Conservation of Timber Sash and Case Windows 16 The Historical and Technical Development of Sash and Case Windows in Scotland 17 Timber Decay in Buildings: The Conservation Approach to Treatment 07 Timber Floors 07 Timber Staircases 07 Timber Window Shutters

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