Lime Mortar: Principles and Practices  - full day learning experience

The Engine Shed is Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre, based in Stirling. Run by Historic Environment Scotland, it serves as a central hub for building and conservation professionals and the general public.Our historic built environment is a finite and unique resource, yet its care calls for conservation skills that are in short supply. This new learning and visitor resource will help to encourage a greater understanding of traditional building materials and skills – and inspire future generations to continue to care for Scotland’s built heritage.

Historic Environment Scotland, The Engine Shed

An introduction to the practical and scientific use of traditional lime for building purposes in Scotland.

The Engine Shed

Lime is a traditional bedding and pointing material in Scotland’s historic built environment. These three morning talks will start with the basic principles of processing raw limestone or shells into mortar and plaster. We will also share current best practice and the innovative techniques used to identify (and replicate) parts for conservation and repair projects.A networking lunch will provide you with the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed.In the afternoon, the speakers will lead a walking tour around Stirling’s Old Town to discuss a wide range of conservation issues.Learning outcomesYou will:1. Understand the basic principles and techniques of processing lime for traditional building purposes.2. Learn how centuries of lime-working in Scotland has informed current best practice in repair and conservation.3. Understand the value of undertaking lab-based mortar analysis to inform the specification of conservation and repair project work.For those who cannot join us in person, a virtual ticket for the morning sessions is available here: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lime-mortar-principles-and-practices-virtual-attendance-tickets-774436740137" title="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lime-mortar-principles-and-practices-virtual-attendance-tickets-774436740137" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lime-mortar-principles-and-practices-virtual-attendance-tickets-774436740137</a>Who should attend?We encourage graduates, heritage professionals and building practitioners from all disciplines interested in developing their knowledge and practice in traditional buildings to consider attending.We also welcome anyone with responsibility for maintaining a traditional property, from architects, surveyors and building managers to fabric convenors, agents and homeowners.Additional InformationHistoric Scotland Members can claim 10% discount using the promo code HSMember. Please bring your membership card on the day.Students currently undertaking a college or university course can use the code Student24 to obtain a free ticket. This is only redeemable when signing up with a valid student email address and upon production of a valid student ID card.Refreshments will be provided on arrival and lunch will be catered. Please contact our events team with any special dietary requirements.Walking will be required on the afternoon tour, so please wear suitable footwear and dress appropriately for seasonal weather as the tour will go ahead even if wet.Cancellations and RefundsVisit<a href="https:// www.historicenvironment.scot/terms-and-conditions/ticketing-terms-and-conditions/consumer-terms/" title="https:// www.historicenvironment.scot/terms-and-conditions/ticketing-terms-and-conditions/consumer-terms/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> https://www.historicenvironment.scot/terms-and-conditions/ticketing-terms-and-conditions/consumer-terms/</a> for information on our cancellation and refund policy.Visit the Engine Shed website for more information about getting here <a href="https://www.engineshed.scot/visit/" title="https://www.engineshed.scot/visit/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.engineshed.scot/visit/</a>

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