Publications

Fire Safety in the Home

An INFORM guide giving an introduction to the factors which can create a fire risk within a historic property.

Fireplaces

This INFORM guide aims to show the value of a properly maintained fireplace.

Flood Damage to Traditional Buildings

INFORM guide on how to protect traditional buildings from flood damage, and how to mitigate the effects if flooding occurs.

Focus Magazine 2017

An annual magazine giving an insight into the conservation work and research projects of Historic Scotland, as well as being our publications catalogue.

Focus Magazine 2018

An annual magazine showcasing technical conservation within Historic Environment Scotland and our partners. This edition focuses on traditional skills.

Foundations and Wall Footings

INFORM guide examining foundations and wall footings in traditionally constructed buildings.

Gilding

INFORM guide to identifying, maintaining and repairing gilding.

Graffiti Removal

This INFORM guide offers practical advice on the removal of graffiti to owners of historic buildings and structures.

Growing Old Gracefully

INFORM guide explaining some of the aesthetic issues surrounding historic masonry.

Historic Concrete in Scotland Parts 1-3

Short Guide 5

These short guides focus on the subject of historic concrete structures in Scotland.

Historic Environment Circular 1

This circular covers the requirements of the secondary legislation (‘the Regulations’) relating to the Historic Environment Scotland Act 2014 (‘the 2014 Act’).

Historic Environment Scotland Policy Statement June 2016

The policy statement replaces the Scottish Historic Environment Policy (SHEP).