Edinburgh · Scotland
Kaimes Fire Rated Sealant
We cover Kaimes for intumescent and fire-rated sealant around gaps, frames and service penetrations. Old sealant removed completely, joints prepared properly and every job guaranteed for a year.
- Gaps left after a refit or conversion
- Unsealed gaps where pipes and cables go through a wall
- Ordinary sealant used where a fire-rated product was needed
Fire rated sealant in Kaimes, done properly
Where services or frames pass through a fire-resisting wall or floor, the gap around them needs a fire-rated seal. We apply intumescent and fire-rated sealants to the manufacturer’s tested details for each gap, and we can record what went where. If you have gaps where walls meet ceilings or slabs and gaps flagged on a fire risk assessment, we can put it right, whatever the surface.
In Scotland’s cities, hotels and student accommodation need sealant work done without emptying the building, so work in Kaimes can be planned room by room, and out of hours where needed.
Our work is backed for twelve months.
- Place
- Kaimes (EH16, EH17)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlord and commercial work in Kaimes
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, what’s needed and the access arrangements and we’ll quote.
Landlords and letting agents in Kaimes can book us as well as householders. Sealant work between tenants is a simple way to keep a property in good order.
How to look after the new joints
Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Don’t paint over fire sealant until it has cured
- Keep photos of seals that will be hidden
- Get damaged fire seals looked at promptly
- Allow for resealing whenever new services are run
Any fire seal that is cut or drilled needs resealing to its tested detail. New services through a sealed wall should include fire stopping in the plan.
Any job that breaks through a wall or ceiling should include resealing. Catching it then saves a separate visit later.
Questions from Kaimes
Do you cover Kaimes for fire rated sealant?
Yes, Kaimes is within the area we cover. We work across all of Scotland. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we will give you a clear price.
Do Scottish building rules affect fire-rated sealant work in Kaimes?
Scotland has its own building regulations, the Building (Scotland) Regulations, with their own technical handbooks. Whatever the rules, fire-rated sealant has to be installed to the manufacturer’s tested details, and that’s how we fit it. We do not certify buildings or do fire risk assessments; your assessor or building control can tell you what’s required.
Can you tell me which gaps need fire stopping?
No. That is for a fire risk assessor, designer or building control. Our job is applying the sealant to their specification.
Can I choose the sealant colour?
We will suggest a colour to suit the surroundings, from white and clear to greys and other shades. The choice depends on the product the joint needs.
Where is Mr Mastic based?
We are a Crawley-based firm. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
Can new sealant go over the old?
No. New silicone will not bond to old silicone, and it traps any mould or water underneath. We remove it all first.
Do I need to be at home?
We need access to the joints, so we’ll agree that with you when we book. For inside work, that normally means someone being in.
What fire rating will the seal have?
We don’t give ratings or certificates for our work. Your specification sets the requirement, and we apply a product tested for it.
Other services in Kaimes
Different surfaces, different methods
Masonry and concrete
Brick, block and concrete walls and floors are sealed with products tested in masonry. We clean out dust and debris before sealing.
Flats and HMOs
In occupied buildings, we plan the order of work with you. Access to flats and common areas is agreed in advance so residents know what to expect.
How the visit works
Before we leave, we go over the finished joints with you and tell you how long to leave it. The visit itself generally takes a few hours for a handful of gaps, and longer for a whole building, depending on the size of the job. In a city area like Kaimes, parking may be by permit or pay-and-display, so tell us what’s nearby. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- Before starting, we go through the specification or action list with you.
- We measure every gap and note what it’s in and what passes through.
- Any non-fire-rated filler is removed.
- The specified fire-rated sealant goes in over any backing its detail requires.
- We hand over a list of locations and products for your files.
How to prepare
- Mention any tricky access
- Clear items away from the joints we’re working on
- Mention any sign-in or site rules at work premises
How to get a quote
To get a quote, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. We will give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Related advice
Fire rated sealant in Kaimes: local notes
Scotland has its own building regulations, the Building (Scotland) Regulations, with technical handbooks. We install fire-rated sealant to the product’s tested details, though we do not certify buildings or do fire risk assessments.
If you let a flat or house near Shawfair station, new cables or pipes through a fire-resisting wall leave a gap that needs the right sealant.
Kaimes is about 3 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We carry out fire rated sealant for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Kaimes and the surrounding area. We cover 175 towns and villages across Edinburgh.
We work across EH16 and EH17 for fire rated sealant and the streets around it. If you need fire rated sealant at a property on Tor Lane, Soutra Road and Mansion Lane or a nearby road, our applicators can take on the job. Other places close to Kaimes include Howden Hall (1 mile north), Alnwickhill (1 mile north), Southhouse (1 mile east), Gracemount (1 mile north-east) and Mortonhall (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Edinburgh (3 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (5 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north), Broughton (4 miles north) and Bellevue (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Kaimes
We work in homes and buildings around Liberton Parish Church and Drum Park. The nearest railway station is Shawfair station, roughly 3.2 miles east. A little further out are Craigmillar Castle (2 miles north-east) and Natural History Collections (1.6 miles north). The countryside around Kaimes includes Blackford Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
What we are called out for in Kaimes
Sealant applied too thin, without the backing its detail needs, or onto dust will not perform as it was tested. Rushed fire stopping is common, especially where it was squeezed in at the end of a project.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Gaps around pipes and cables through fire-resisting walls
- Fire seals that have cracked with movement
- Damaged fire sealant left by other trades
- Open joints along the top of partitions
If you look after a building such as Gracemount High School, fire-stopping around service openings should be restored whenever new services go in.
What your quote should include
- Who turns up on the day
- What the quote includes, VAT included or not
- Whether you can choose the colour
- What happens if the job turns out different
Can I do it myself?
If you do try it yourself, take your time over the preparation: take out all the old sealant, make sure the joint is clean and dry, and give it the full cure time. If it does not work out, we can still put it right.
What a professional job adds is preparation and the right product. Joints are cleaned back to sound surfaces and dried, and the sealant is matched to the joint and its conditions, then guaranteed for a year.
When something else is needed
In fairness, there are a few things sealant will not fix:
- Sign-off of the building, which sits with building control or your assessor
- Deciding what fire stopping a building needs
- Large holes that need a different fire-stopping system
Not sure which it is? You can send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we seal
- Flats & HMOs
- Linear gaps
- Door frames
- Plasterboard & masonry
- Pipe & cable gaps
- Service penetrations