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Worried about Dry Rot? Understand it first
May 28, 2026
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Apr 24, 2026
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How Timber works in Old Buildings
Apr 12, 2026
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Listed Building Myths that can get you into serious trouble | Part 2
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 5/28/26 |  Worried about Dry Rot? Understand it first✨ | dry rotbuilding maintenance+4 | — | Talking Conservation | — | dry rotwet rot+5 | — | 45m 54s | |
| 4/24/26 | Why Timber Rots in Old Buildings (and how to stop it)✨ | timber decaymoisture management+3 | — | Talking Conservation | — | timber rotmoisture meters+3 | — | 58m 35s | |
| 4/12/26 | How Timber works in Old Buildings✨ | timberhistoric buildings+4 | — | Talking Conservation | — | timberhistoric buildings+5 | — | 54m 37s | |
| 2/6/26 | Listed Building Myths that can get you into serious trouble | Part 2✨ | listed buildingsplanning consent+4 | Claire Truman | — | — | listed building worksplanning consent+5 | — | 59m 12s | |
| 1/30/26 | What CAN you do to a Listed Building? Part 1✨ | listed buildingsplanning consent+3 | Claire Truman | ExpertibleHeritage Revival | — | listed buildingsplanning consent+5 | — | 42m 57s | |
| 11/1/25 | Talking Conservation Turns One – What We’ve Learned & What’s Next✨ | podcastingconservation+3 | — | ExpertibleBe Conservation | — | Talking Conservationpodcast+3 | — | 27m 46s | |
| 9/26/25 | Lime Plaster Ceiling Repair for Old Homes | Decorative Cornice & Moulding Restoration Tips✨ | lime plasterceiling repair+4 | Sean Wheatley | Stephen Boniface Associates | — | lime plasterceiling repair+6 | — | 49m 34s | |
| 9/17/25 | How to Fix Ceilings in Older Homes – Lath, Plaster & Lime Advice with Master Plasterer Sean Wheatley✨ | heritage plasteringceiling restoration+4 | Sean Wheatley | ExpertibleStephen Boniface Associates | — | lath and plasterlime plaster+5 | — | 59m 37s | |
| 8/17/25 | Up High: How Rope Access Protects Historic Buildings – Talking Conservation with Steve Hogarth✨ | rope accesshistoric building conservation+4 | Steve Hogarth | Highlife Rope AccessSPAB | — | rope accesshistoric buildings+6 | — | 29m 03s | |
| 8/8/25 | Lime Mortar Details That Matter – Drip Detailing, Exposure & High-Level Repairs✨ | historic building conservationwater damage prevention+3 | Steve Hogarth | SPABHighlife Rope Access | — | lime mortardrip detailing+3 | — | 36m 13s | |
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| 7/11/25 | Understanding Substrates in Older Homes – Lime Mortar Series Bonus Episode | Before choosing your lime mortar or plaster, you need to understand your substrate.In this bonus episode of Talking Conservation, Stephen and Rich explore the importance of knowing what's behind or beneath your mortar; from soft handmade bricks and old stone to chalk walls and cob. Whether you're repointing, plastering, or rendering, understanding the substrate is critical to choosing the right mix and achieving long-lasting results.We cover: - What a “substrate” actually means in traditional buildings- Common types found in historic homes (brick, stone, cob, timber) - How substrate affects your lime choice and application- Assessing problems and indicators of hidden issues - Mistakes to avoid when applying lime to inappropriate surfaces - Decision making, such as when to strip inappropriate materials - Key questions to ask before starting any conservation work When to call in the professionals - Keeping a record▶️ Whether you're a homeowner or a professional working with heritage buildings, this video helps you avoid common issues and build with confidence.👉 New to the Lime Series? Start here:Ep.1: The Lime Cycle Explained – How lime is made and reabsorbs CO₂Ep.2: Lime Mortar Types Explained – Key differences between air lime, NHL, pozzolans & moreEp.3 Part.1: Which Lime to Use? – Mortars for pointing & bedding in older buildingsEp.3 Part 2: Which Lime to Use? - Plasters and RendersEp.3 Part.3: High Exposure Areas & Floors – Using lime in chimneys, ridges, parapets, and floors🔔 Subscribe for upcoming episodes on more specialist areas 📞 For 1-to-1 advice or a consultation, visit: www.expertible.com💼 Professionals: Training & mentoring available at www.beconservation.com#TalkingConservation #SubstratesExplained #LimeMortar #BuildingConservation #OldHouseDIY #HistoricHomes #TraditionalMaterials #LimePlaster #problemsolving #decisionmaking #professional help #heritageskills #limerender #lathandplaster #historictimberframesChapters00:00:00 – 00:00:50 Introduction00:00:50 - 00:02:23 What is a substrate?00:02:23 - 00:03:33 Flint00:03:33 - 00:05:22 Stone00:05:22 - 00:05:31 Cob and earth00:05:31 - 00:06:12 Wattle and Daub, lath and plaster00:06:12 - 00:06:56 Multiple substrates00:06:56 - 00:08:24 Behaviour of substrates (the science bit!)00:08:24 - 00:09:43 Timber00:09:43 - 00:10:57 Absorbency and moisture performance00:10:57 - 00:14:25 Cement render on timber frame (case study)00:14:25 - 00:16:34 Assessing problems and key indicators00:16:34 – 00:19:48 Delamination and hammer testing00:19:48 – 00:23:02 Decision making00:23:02 – 00:24:43 Should I remove cement render/pointing?00:24:43 – 00:26:36 Have I got layers of material?00:26:36 – 00:27:46 A judgement call and bringing in professionals00:27:46 – 00:28:52 Substrate preparation00:28:52 - 00:30:43 Wetting down surfaces 00:30:43 – 00:32:05 Plaster coats00:32:05 – 00:34:56 Use of hair in mixes00:34:56 – 00:39:25 Controlling the ‘set’00:39:25 – 00:40:14 Lath and plaster00:40:14 – 00:41:33 Dealing with modern interventions00:41:33 – 00:46:37 Removing modern material00:46:37 – 00:49:30 Surface finishes00:49:30 – 00:55:58 Changing aesthetics and appearance00:55:58 – 00:56:56 Key message – understand the building00:56:56 – 00:58:27 The importance of keeping a record00:58:27 – 00:59:11 Future episodes00:59:11 – 00:59:48 Expertible00:59:48 – 01:00:05 Close01:00:05 – 01:00:28 Outro | — | ||||||
| 7/4/25 | Which Lime Mortar to Use? Part 3 – Floors, Chimneys & Exposured Areas | Not sure which lime to use for a chimney, solid floor, or coping stone? In this episode of Talking Conservation, we explain how to choose and apply the right lime mix for floor construction and high-exposure areas in older homes.In this episode, Rich and Stephen continue their deep dive into lime mortars, exploring how to apply them in real-world contexts where performance under pressure really matters.We cover the use of limecrete floors and lime ash floors, debunking common myths about moisture performance and clarifying where lime-based solid floors offer real benefits (and where they don’t).We also examine high-exposure areas such as chimneys, ridge tiles, parapets, and copings — where material choice is critical. Should you use NHL 3.5? NHL 5? Is cement ever appropriate? We walk through the options and trade-offs.Whether you're repairing flaunchings or considering a breathable solid floor alternative, this episode gives you practical advice grounded in conservation principles.👉 Missed the earlier episodes? Start here:• Ep.1: The Lime Cycle Explained – Where lime comes from, how it’s made, and how it changes chemically from limestone to lime and back again.• Ep.2: Lime Mortar Types Explained – Air lime, NHL, hot lime, and pozzolans demystified — we explain their properties and behaviour.• Ep.3: Which Lime to Use? Part 1 – Mortars for Building & Pointing Older Buildings – Where and how to use the different lime types for masonry and repointing.• Ep.4: Which Lime to Use? Part 2 – Plasters & Renders - Which types of plasters to use internally and pros and cons of the various options for external renders.👉 Subscribe to our channel for future episodes on conservation, traditional buildings, and expert insight.👉 Need personalised advice? Book a consultation at www.expertible.com👉 Professionals can also book mentoring or training via Stephen’s site: www.beconservation.com#BuildingConservation #TraditionalMaterials #LimeMortar #HistoricBuildings #Retrofitting #HeritageSkills #TalkingConservation #Architects #Surveyors #Builders #ConservationProfessionals | — | ||||||
| 6/28/25 | Which Lime Mortar to Use? Part 2 – Plasters & Renders for Traditional Homes | Lime Plaster & Render Uses Explained — How to choose the right mix for old buildingsIn this episode of Talking Conservation, Stephen and Rich continue their deep dive into lime applications; this time focusing on internal plasters and external renders for traditional and historic buildings.We discuss the different types of lime used in plaster and render work; including air lime, NHL 2, NHL 3.5, hot lime, and pozzolanic mixes and how to choose the right one based on the substrate, exposure, and performance needs.We cover:Why flexibility and vapour movement matter in internal plaster systemsWhen to avoid overly hard or dense mixes on older wallsHow to approach external render repairs or replacementsWhat to do when cement-based render is already presentModern vs. traditional techniques — and where specialist mixes like insulating plasters might helpThis practical discussion is rooted in conservation knowledge, with decades of experience in what works, and what doesn’t, when applying lime-based systems in heritage settings.Whether you're working on your own older property or advising clients as a professional, this episode will help you make informed choices on plaster and render mixes.👉 Missed Part 1? Watch it here: “Which Lime to Use? Part 1 – Mortars for Building & Pointing Older Buildings”👉 New to the series? Start here:• Ep.1: The Lime Cycle Explained — where lime comes from, how it's made, and how it behaves chemically in use• Ep.2: Lime Mortar Types Explained — covering air lime, hydraulic lime, hot lime and hybrid mixes👉 Subscribe for more on building conservation, restoration, and heritage homes👉 Homeowner? Book a 1-1 consultation at www.expertible.com👉 Professional? Learn more about mentoring or training with Stephen at www.beconservation.com | — | ||||||
| 6/18/25 | Which Lime Mortar to Use? Part 1 – Building & Pointing Old Brick and Stone | Lime Mortar Uses Explained — How to apply the correct mix for your historic homeIn this episode of Talking Conservation, Stephen and Rich explain how different types of lime mortar are applied to traditional buildings; from soft brick pointing to bedding stone walls. We cover the pros and cons of air lime, NHL 2, NHL 3.5, and hot lime mixes and how they compare to cement-based mortars often found in repairs.When considering pointing; we talk about the adage that "the pointing should always be softer than the surrounding masonry" and explain this. We discuss when to consider repointing and briefly look at what repointing involves. In our discussion we briefly touch on tuck pointing.During the discussion we consider how brick making has changed over the centuries and how mortar/pointing has also changed.Whether you’re a homeowner working on an older property or a trade professional unsure which lime mix is right for the job, this episode gives you practical guidance rooted in conservation experience.The next episode looks at the use of lime for internal plasters and external renders.👉 New to the series? Watch these first:• Ep.1: The Lime Cycle Explained — where lime comes from, how it's processed, and how it transforms chemically from limestone to lime and back again.• Ep.2: Lime Mortar Types Explained — the different types of lime (air lime, NHL, hot lime, pozzolanic mixes), their characteristics, and how they behave in buildings.👉 Subscribe to our channel for future episodes on building conservation, heritage homes, and expert advice.👉 Book a consultation with us for 1-1 advice on managing your historic home on www.expertible.com👉 Professionals involved in working on or with historic, traditional, or listed buildings may want 1-2-1 mentoring and/or training with Stephen. Visit his website at www.beconservation.com | — | ||||||
| 6/11/25 | Lime Mortar Types Explained – Essential Knowledge for Older UK Buildings | In this episode of Talking Conservation, we explain the different types of lime used in building and restoration work. If you have ever wondered what the difference is between air lime, natural hydraulic lime (NHL), pozzolans, or hybrid lime mixes, this video will give you a clear introduction.Understanding the types of lime is essential before starting any work on older or historic buildings. Whether you are a homeowner, builder, surveyor or anyone dealing with traditional construction, choosing the right lime can make a big difference to the long-term condition of the building.We cover: What air lime is and how it worksHow pozzolans change lime chemistry and performanceWhat makes a lime hydraulic and how NHLs are classifiedThe role of hybrid mixes, including hot lime and insulating lime plastersThe importance of matching materials to traditional buildingsThis is the second video in our lime series. In the next episode, we will discuss how to select and apply the correct lime type for specific jobs including pointing, rendering, plastering and flooring.👉 Subscribe to our channel for future episodes on building conservation, heritage homes, and expert advice.👉 Book a consultation with us for 1-1 advice on managing your historic home on www.expertible.com👉 Professionals involved in working on or with historic, traditional, or listed buildings may want 1-2-1 mentoring and/or training with Stephen. Visit his website at www.beconservation.com | — | ||||||
| 4/25/25 |  Lime Mortar for Old Homes – Chemistry, Conservation & Why It Still Works | Rich finds a lime kiln. Stephen nerds out on chemistry. Somehow, it all makes sense.In this episode of Talking Conservation, we walk through the full lime cycle — from burnt limestone to breathable lime mortar — and explain why it still matters today. Packed with practical knowledge, dry humour, and the occasional chemistry flashback, this is your crash course in the building material that’s been quietly doing the heavy lifting for centuries.Rich comes across an old disused lime kiln and this leads us to discuss the Lime Cycle. Stephen talks about how a source of Calcium Carbonate (e.g. Limestone) is taken through various processes that each change the nature of the material, but that at the end it reverts to a form of Calcium Carbonate again - hence the term Lime Cycle. Rich reflects on this at the end and mentions that we will look at various forms of lime (as used in building works) in a future video.#limestone #thelimecycle #buildinglimes #buildingconservation #talkingconservation #buildingmaterials | — | ||||||
| 4/4/25 | The Old Sun Inn - Past, Present, & Future | Douglas Kent is the Technical Secretary ofSPAB, but in his private capacity purchased The Old Sun Inn, Saffron Walden, afew years ago, having previously acquired the neighbouring properties. We talkabout how Douglas got involved in conservation and how he came to the point ofbuying these buildings. We discuss thechallenges he has so far faced and those he is yet to tackle. Amongst theissues discuss3ed we consider how to undertake appropriate repairs, dealingwith inappropriate past works, upgrading to modern requirements and dealingwith building regulations. Douglas tellsus about his plans for the future and mentions some of the events lined up. The website of The Old Sun Inn can be foundhere:https://oldsuninn.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldsuninn/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093592571779 Alec Clifton Taylor’s ‘Six More English Towns– Saffron Walden’ – the quality of the video is not great.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgUyzk8V7IY Links to books on Amazon. Please note that we do earn a very smallamount of commission from Amazon if you purchase through these links.Alec Clifton TaylorSix More English Towns (book) https://amzn.to/3FDgTOIThe Pattern of English Building https://amzn.to/3DyIPmcRonald BrunskillIllustrated Handbook of VernacularArchitecture https://amzn.to/3FydvnX Chapters00:00:00 Intro.00:08:21 Welcome to The Old SunInn and introduction of Douglas.00:40:03 Douglas’ background andbecoming a surveyor.02:33:15 Introduction to SPAB andgetting a job there.03:39:06 How Douglas came topurchase the properties.05:45:11 History of thebuildings.08:21:09 Condition at the time ofpurchase.09:12:06 Original intentions forthe buildings.11:21:00 Tackling externalproblems.14:06:17 Dealing with the layersof limewash, plasterwork, and pargeting.20:53:16 History of thepargeting.24:57:23 Obtaining consent forworks.27:06:22 Being a leaseholder.29:08:11 Advice to those puttingin consent applications.31:33:07 Surprises encountered.35:03:05 Understanding thebuilding – why it is important.35:49:14 Challenges of modernliving and requirements, particularly services.38:18:03 Building regulationsincluding fire safety.40:20:10 Windows and thermalperformance.44:14:13 When to DIY and when notto.46:04:04 The need forprofessionals to have practical knowledge.47:42:16 Favourite books.49:34:21 Favourite building.50:23:12 Contact information andfuture events at The Old Sun Inn.52:51:02 Outro. | — | ||||||
| 3/11/25 | The Highs and Lows of an Aviation Museum - with Ian Flint | Ian is the CEO of Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome (museum). We talk about his past and how he came to be at Stow Maries, as well as describing the site and its buildings. Some issues we specifically talk about are Hoop Iron and Asbestos. We also discuss the use of volunteers and how these are essential to the running of the museum. An ongoing problem that faces most museums is funding and we talk about funding for Stow Maries. We also look at future plans and Ian also tells us what inspires him.Chapters00:00:00 Music intro. 00:07:09 General introduction.00:30:07 Introduction to the museum and Ian Flint.00:56:11 Ian’s story about how he became involved.02:54:08 About Stow Maries Great War Museum.04:28:23 About the site.08:34:15 Types of buildings on site.10:01:03 Accessibility, facilities, and buildings in use.12:00:13 The present condition of buildings and what works are ongoing and planned.14:14:15 Hoop Iron – what is it and how it is being dealt with?19:21:06 The airfield aspect.20:22:19 Asbestos – how it is approached and dealt with.23:33:04 Seeking professional guidance.26:35:21 Dealing with contractors.30:36:18 Volunteers – creating a group of volunteers and retaining them.38:29:04 Funding and the Heritage Lottery Fund.44:22:00 Donating to the museum.45:16:23 Social media presence.46:24:02 The future of Stow Maries.49:10:03 What inspired Ian and continues to drive him.52:18:19 Favourite place or places.55:14:04 Closing comments and thanks.55:29:09 Outro. | — | ||||||
| 1/7/25 | Heritage home insurance: What every owner must know | Buildings Insurance for Historic Homes: Everything You Need to Know In this episode, we sit down with Steve Moores, Client Director for Howden Insurance, to discuss the ins and outs of buildings insurance for historic homes. Whether you’re a homeowner, landlord, or tenant of an old property, this episode is packed with essential advice to help you protect your home. Key Topics Covered: - How to assess the rebuild value of your historic property. - Factors that impact insurance premiums and how to lower costs. - Risks specific to older homes, such as fire, flood, subsidence, and more. - The challenges of insuring during the current "hard market." - What happens if you’re underinsured and how to avoid costly mistakes. Jump to specific sections using the timestamps below: 00:00:00 - Introductions 00:02:38 - Assessing the rebuild value of a building 00:08:49 - Building Cost Information Service limitations 00:19:07 - How often to assess a rebuild value 00:27:52 - What affects insurance premiums the most 00:30:47 - Water leak detectors 00:37:39 - Escape of oil 00:40:55 - Domestic energy storage & batteries 00:43:02 - Risks of fire 00:46:32 - Risk of flood 00:50:09 - Subsidence 00:51:35 - The current insurance "Hard Market" 00:59:09 - Insuring for subsidence 01:04:54 - Discussion on claims 01:08:38 - "Betterment" 01:16:37 - What happens if you're underinsured 01:26:13 - Having significant building works done 01:31:05 - Wrap up Links & Resources Mentioned: 🏠 Tools for Assessing Your Historic Property: * Building Cost Information Service (BCIS): https://www.bcis.co.uk * Rebuild Cost Assessment (Desktop Assessment - use code HOWDEN20):https://www.rebuildcostassessment.com/desktop-assessment * Benchmark Cost Assessment Services: https://bch.uk.com/benchmark/ 🌊 Flood Risk Resources: * Flood Re Initiative (Affordable Flood Insurance): https://www.floodre.co.uk * Government Flood Risk Information: https://flood-map-for-planning.service.gov.uk 🔧 Renovation Insurance: * Renovation Plan (Insurance for Renovation or Building Work): https://www.renovationplan.co.uk 💬 Join the Conversation: * "Your Old House UK - Repair and Conservation" Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ew6kmuVjw/?mibextid=wwXIfr 🔒 Building Insurance Services: * Howden Insurance – Private Clients: https://www.howdeninsurance.co.uk/private-client/ 📧 Connect with Steve Moores: * Email Steve: steve.moores@howdeninsurance.co.uk 👉 Subscribe to our channel for weekly episodes on building conservation, heritage homes, and expert advice. 👉 Book a consultation with us for 1-1 advice on managing your historic home on https://expertible.com | — | ||||||
| 12/21/24 | "Get a PCA Timber and Damp survey" what it means, why it happens and what to do about it. | In this episode we explore what many homeowners have experienced during the purchase process of buying an older property; the dreaded "you require a separate timber/damp survey". Stephen and Rich discuss the reasons you may get such a requirement, usually from your mortgage lender, the history that surrounds it and finally what people can do about it to ensure you both satisfy the lending conditions but also do what is appropriate for your home. Thanks for listening. Links: Joint Position Statement, September 2022: "Investigation of moisture and its effects on traditional buildings" - https://www.rics.org/profession-standards/rics-standards-and-guidance/sector-standards/building-surveying-standards/investigation-of-moisture-and-its-effect-on-traditional-building To book a consultation with a heritage professional regarding damp & timber: https://expertible.com #conservation #surveyor #oldhouse | — | ||||||
| 11/30/24 |  Historic Building Mythbusting with James Wright | MYTHBUSTING!James WrightWe are talking to James Wright - the Historic Buildings Mythbuster!We start off by looking into his background and how he got into building archaeology, and then we go on to tease a bit more out about him in terms of some of the grand buildings he's dealt with to some of the smaller historic buildings, and the lessons that he's learnt from those. We talk about some of the science involved in building archaeology, so dendrochronology what it is, how that works and how he uses that, as well as some of the other investigation techniques and the technology that's used. The historic reuse of building materials is discussed and how that can throw you off the scent of a particular building in terms of it’s age and legacy. From this we go ont to talk about where to start with understanding your own building and some of the resources that homeowners can use to research their own building's history. Then, onto the myths. In particular we talk about the myth of reusing ship timbers, as well as touching on the issue of the oldest pub.And then James mentions his favourite books, including Linda Hall’s ‘Period House Fixtures & Fittings’. When we go on to talk about his favourite building, we benefit from a fantastic overview of the history of Knole House in Kent.Of course, we mention how to contact James. We think it's a really good episode, this one, very engaging, hope you enjoy it, do let us know.00:00 - Intro to James04:28 - How do you take the lessons from studying grand buildings into smaller historic buildings?09:46 - Dendrochronology19:58 - How do you deal with something that’s covered up?26:04 - When to involve a building archeologist 29:09 - Buildings archaeology isn’t very expensive in the grand scheme of things31:46 - Investigation techniques and technology43:35 - When changes occur to buildings and changes of ownership53:20 - Reusing of building materials57:54 - Where do you start with trying to understand your own building?1:02:24 - Resources homeowners can use to research their building’s history 1:13:49 - The myth of reused ship’s timbers1:22:09 - James favourite books1:24:39 - James’ favourite building 1:29:04 - How to contact JamesLinks:James' website: https://triskeleheritage.triskelepublishing.com/James' Historic Building Mythbusting: https://amzn.to/3OvF4Q5Linda Hall's Period House Fixtures & Fittings: https://amzn.to/4i980elThe books of Ronald Brunskill: https://amzn.to/4fOuIHbKnole House: https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/kent/knolePlease note that as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases#talkingconservation #mythbusting #heritageconservation#podcast #conservation #buildingconservation #buildingsarchaeologist #historicbuildingmyths #shipstimbers #knolehouse #architecturalresearch #triskeleheritage #heritagepreservation #historicbuildings #traditionalbuilding #architecturalconservation #architecture #architects #surveyors #buildingsurveyors #engineers #archaeologists #architecturaltechnologist #planning #planner #conservationofficer #heritageskills Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/23/24 |  Everything Retrofit with the Directors of the National Retrofit Hub | In this episode, we interview the directors of the National Retrofit Hub - Rachel Owens and Sara Edmonds.00:00 Introduction00:52 What is NRH?02:02 Rachel’s background04:12 Sara’s background08:40 About the NRH, who is involved and getting the message across14:25 Reasons for, and benefits of, retrofit15:27 Retrofit for homeowners, builders and builders’ merchants20:50 Community involvement24:17 Getting the message out27:17 Aims of NRH 30:15 The NRH directory and looking for examples and exemplars31:50 Getting the next generations involved33:15 The bigger picture and meeting the challenge34:55 Scientific research regarding traditional buildings and technical issues40:10 Funding for research44:20 EPCs and concerns regarding tenants50:20 Home buying and selling and log books53:54 Global cooperation and coordination57:52 Archetyping by age1:00:30 Longer term aims and aspirations1:04:40 Sustainability1:05:10 How to contact NRH and how to get involved1:06:27 Rich and Stephen sum upLinksBuilt Environment Smarter Transformation - BEST: www.be-st.buildHome Energy Action Lab: https://www.instagram.com/home_energy_action_lab/ Architects Action Network - ACAN: www.architectscan.orgNational Home Improvement Council - NHIC: https://nhic.org.uk/ Retrofit Reimagined - film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8m2hSkCZ_zE Canopy Housing (Leeds): https://www.canopyhousing.org/ Timber Fest: https://timberfestival.org.uk/Civic Square: https://civicsquare.cc/ Centre for Moisture in Buildings: https://ukcmb.org/SEDA - Scottish Ecological Design Association: https://www.seda.uk.net/ Ecological Building Systems: https://www.ecologicalbuildingsystems.com/ Impact on Urban Health: https://urbanhealth.org.uk/ Home Buying and Selling Council https://homebuyingsellingcouncil.co.uk/ REScoop - https://www.rescoop.eu/ UKERC - https://ukerc.ac.uk/SME - Small medium enterpriseRMI - Repair maintenance and improvementBSI - British Standards instituteDESNZ - Department for Energy Security and Net ZeroDLUHC - Department for Levelling Up, Housing & CommunitiesUKGBC - UK Green Building CouncilSHDF - Social Housing Decarbonisation FundEPC - Energy Performance CertificateMEES - Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/17/24 |  All things LIME with Ben Kerslake of Carrington Lime | In this episode we chat with Ben Kerslake of CarringtonLIME. Rich visited him at his premises in the Forest of Dean. We discuss Ben winning a Blue Peter competition, getting his neighbours to work on his house, and painting a room for 50p! On a more serious note, we talk about lime, hot lime, Naturally Hydraulic Lime, training, and innovation. Ben is keen to help train the next generation of plasterers, but also homeowners wanting to have a go themselves, and professionals wanting to understand the use of lime better.00:00 - Intro01:02 - About Ben04:10 - Where it started06:11 - The courses CarringtonLIME run08:06 - How can we narrow the skills gap?09:12 - Advice on coating plasters and paints11:36 - Making your own paints and plasters16:10 - Subscribe to channel17:10 - “Hot” lime21:28 - Hydrated Lime24:02 - Using lime now very different to historic mixes26:16 - Specifying mixes31:19 - Bought Lime quality can be too pure for buildings applications35:01 - Over-prescriptive specifications36:28 - Understanding materials39:07 - “One size DOESN’T fit all”39:58 - Experimenting with materials and mixes44:52 - Lath and plaster ceilings52:02 - Insulating plaster mixes55:06 - Overview of CarringtonLIME courses58:23 - Favourite Book60:04 - Favourite BuildingCarringtonLime: https://www.carringtonlime.co.uk/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carringtonlimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/carringtonlime Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/11/24 |  Meeting The Building Conservation Directory founder Jonathan Taylor | In this episode we talk with Jonathan Taylor, exploring his beginnings in Architecture and then as a Conservation Officer, before the founding of the Building Conservation Directory. We discuss its success and some of the challenges Jonathan faces in publishing, as well as issues that are close to Jonathan's heart relating to conservation and his concern that conservation is about more than just the buildings.Chapters00:00 - Intro00:26 - Jonathan Taylor biography02:06 - What made Jonathan change from Architecture to conservation05:47 - Not just the building but the whole social side too08:52 - How did the Building Conservation Directory come about?12:21 - How the BCD directory is funded15:45 - How did you select where the BCD copies were sent? 18:35 - Did the internet change the BCD and it’s reach?20:43 - Not really any trade secrets in conservation22:24 - What about people wanting to write or advertise things that aren’t appropriate?25:24 - The directory is the start of the specification process26:05 - “People have asked for an accredited only publication…”27:58 - Homeowners do phone in 31:37 - How do you keep articles up to date?33:56 - The challenge of retrofit 37:27 - The debate on what is right or wrong38:08 - Has conservation gone too far, and prevented evolution of buildings?41:17 - How much, as a society, are we prepared to lose?42:00 - How many buildings are of ‘traditional’ construction and how many listed?42:51 - The other publications and articles that BCD cover46:39 - New website looking exclusively at retrofit and sustainability 48:43 - Dr. Robyn Pender on a fresh way to look at historic buildings 50:54 - Global reach of the website52:43 - “We will never abandon print”53:18 - Jonathan’s recommended books 55:09 - Jonathan’s favourite buildings and why 59:21 - Training is one of the main subjects on the website too59:53 - How to get in touch with Jonathan and the websiteLinks: Building Conservation Directory:https://www.buildingconservation.comJoint Position Statement: https://historicengland.org.uk/advice/technical-advice/buildings/damp-in-historic-buildings/investigation-of-moisture-and-its-effects-on-traditional-buildings/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 11/10/24 |  Introductions Episode - who we are and why we're doing this | An introduction to this podcast. Find out a bit about Stephen and Rich, what their motivations are, and what this podcast is about.Chapters:0:44 Introduction to Stephen7:24 Introduction to Rich13:08 How and why we’ve got together15:26 Why we’re doing this podcast16:12 What we mean by “Conservation”19:18 Misinformation online / media (print/TV etc)21:02 Dispelling myths 22:08 The need for homeowners to understand technical matters. 24:13 Minimal education in trades / professions / apprenticeships don’t teach old buildings 28:24 Technicals concepts simplified 29:42 Understanding buildings and their evolution30:44 Interviews with those involved conservation 31:42 Project storyline / following long term projects 32:40 News / Case law updates34:47 Favourite building and why37:20 Favourite books42:42 Summary44:55 How to get in touchFor Rich's platform go to:https://expertible.com/For Stephen's community go to:https://beconservation.com/heritage-conservation-community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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