Publications

Conservation of Historic Graveyards: Guide for Practitioners 2

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.

Conservation of Timber Sash and Case Windows

"Conservation of Timber Sash and Case Windows" provides advice on inspecting windows to assess repair requirements accurately and describes appropriate repair techniques.

Conversion of Traditional Buildings Parts 1 & 2

Guide for Practitioners 6

Advice for practitioners, developers, building owners and local authorities regarding the application of the Building (Scotland) Regulations 2004 to the conversion of traditional buildings.

Environmental Impact Assessment Handbook

Our Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) handbook offers practical guidance and information to those involved in the process.

Fire Safety Management in Traditional Buildings

Guide for Practitioners 7

A guide to identifying and assessing fire risk, with advice on management and an overview of legislation.

Guidance on Designating Local Landscape Areas

Guidance to help local authorities refresh their approach to local landscape designations, jointly developed by HES and NatureScot.

Measured Survey and Building Recording

Guide for Practitioners 4

A historical overview of the production and use of iron, along with guidance on appraisal and conservation techniques.

Rural Buildings of the Lothians

Guide for Practitioners 1

Building advice and information to support repairs and sensitive conversions of rural buildings in the Lothians.

Scottish Iron Structures

Guide for Practitioners 5

An overview of the production and use of Scottish cast iron, along with guidance on appraisal and conservation.

Stone Cleaning

Guide for Practitioners

A guide to stonecleaning, covering sandstone characteristics, effects of soiling agents, and comparisons of cleaning methods.

Talking About Heritage

Explore, Share, and Celebrate Scotland’s Heritage.

Timber Decay in Buildings - The Conservation Approach to Treatment

A guide tackling issues relating to building decay.