RESEARCH
Publications
Craig has written several articles & publications, some examples of which can be accessed below. We can also contribute to, or review, other publications.
Research
We can undertake, contribute to, or support research projects where these fall within our area of expertise.
Teaching
Opportunities for teaching and lecturing are welcomed. Craig currently lectures on HES's Advanced Diploma in Technical Building Conservation.
Published 2015
Lime Harling Article: Journal of the Building Limes Forum, Vol.22
This article, written by Craig Frew, was first published in the Building Conservation Directory 2013 and was updated and adapted for inclusion within the BLF Journal. Please note this article was written 9 years ago and some information may now be outdated. Click below to view or download the article (5.4MB pdf).
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Published 2018
Historic Environment Scotland Technical Paper 29: Review of Hot-Mixed External Lime Coatings in Scotland 1997-2016
Craig was commissioned to undertake this review for Historic Environment Scotland (HES) as part of a wider suite of research and publications investigating and evidencing the use of traditional hot-mixed lime mortars and coatings. The link below will take you to the HES Engine Shed web page, from where the full Technical Paper can be downloaded.
Published 2014
Building Limes Forum Ireland: Hot Lime Mortars Project
The HLM Project Team was led by Ivor McElveen and Craig Frew, providing the principle technical input and reports, with support from Yvonne Doyle, William Revie, Andrew Bradley, Robert Howard & Pat McAfee. Other than the successful technology transfer component of the project, the objective was to develop guidance on the use of hot-lime mortars for traditional stonemasonry, based on the use of commercially available materials. The report was intended to stimulate discussion and feedback and encourage further research and development, with practical outputs.
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Published 2005
Specification by Design Article: Journal of the Building Limes Forum, Vol.12
This article covers the selection of appropriate lime mortars for building conservation and repair work and developed from Craig's MSc Thesis on 'The Use of Lime Mortars for the Conservation & Repair of Scotland's Traditional Buildings'. Please note this article was written 19 years ago and some information may now be outdated. Click below to view or download the article (2.3MB pdf).
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