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This advice note sets out the key themes that emerge when caring for one of a historic building’s finest – yet very often overlooked – architectural assets.

Sometimes strengthened without good reason, or destructively levelled out, old floors are an oft-abused treasure. This article explains how best to treat them.

High up, largely out of site, is some of our oldest wood craftsmanship. This article explores why timber roofs are worth conserving.

This article reveals the hidden truths behind wattle and daub, brick ‘nogging’, and other materials used in walling.

This guidance note explores the challenges that arise from timber-framed construction, how to analyse and repair timber frames and more.