Edinburgh · Scotland
Floor Joint Sealing in Polwarth
Sealing skirting-to-floor joints, tiled floor movement joints and concrete floor joints for Polwarth, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Ask us for a quote.
- Floor edges that trap water and grime
- Open joints around bathroom floor edges
- Open gaps along the bottom of skirting boards
Floor joint sealing in Polwarth
In commercial and industrial units, concrete floor joints take a hammering from wheels and traffic. Each is resealed with a floor-joint product suited to what runs over it. If you are dealing with open joints that fill with dirt and gaps at thresholds between rooms, we can help, on skirting boards, thresholds and wet room & bathroom floors alike.
Older tenement flats generally have timber floors on joists, with skirting joints that open and close with the seasons. For a flat in Polwarth, a flexible sealant copes with that movement where filler would crack.
Our work is backed for twelve months, in Polwarth and everywhere else we cover.
- Where
- Polwarth (EH11, EH14, EH10)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- A year, on every job
- Quote
- A clear quote up front
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
How the visit works
At the end, we look at the finished work together. The visit itself normally takes a few hours, depending on the length of joint, depending on the amount of work. Many homes in Scotland’s cities are tenement flats, reached through a shared close and up a common stair. In Polwarth, it helps to know the floor, the door entry arrangements and the nearest parking.
- The room is cleared along the joints so we can reach them.
- Old material is removed from the joint.
- We clean and dry the edges of the joint.
- A flexible sealant suited to the floor is applied.
- We check the joints and explain the aftercare.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about access, such as stairs, a lift or high-level joints
- Keep children and pets away from the work area
- Tell us about any water getting in
Ask for a quote
Want a quote for floor joint sealing? Please drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the job. We’ll explain what we’d do and give you a clear quote before any work starts.
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What happens if it’s left?
Filling a skirting gap with caulk looks fine at first, but the movement soon cracks it. A flexible sealant stretches instead, so the joint stays closed. In a tenement flat in Polwarth, a failed seal is rarely just your problem: a leak can come through the ceiling below, and gaps in shared walls or fire-rated joints matter to every flat.
No two jobs are quite the same, so we quote each one individually. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all make a difference.
Why Polwarth customers choose us
- Sanitary silicone with an anti-fungal additive in wet areas
- Sealant colour chosen to suit
- Approved under the ARBOMaster scheme
- We agree the colour with you first
Take a look at how sealant jobs are priced and what customers say.
Different surfaces, different methods
Concrete floor joints
Hard wheels break down the edges of open joints. Sealing them supports the edges and keeps dirt out.
Thresholds
Where a tiled floor meets timber or carpet, the joint takes movement from both sides. We bridge them with a flexible bead.
New homes and floors in Polwarth
Timber frame is common in newer Scottish homes, and as the frame dries and settles, skirting and sealant joints can open up. Across Edinburgh, floors range from older suspended timber floors to concrete slabs in newer homes and commercial units, and each moves in its own way. That’s why the skirting and threshold joints need a flexible seal.
For landlords with property near Slateford station, gaps at skirtings and thresholds are worth sealing between tenancies. Community buildings like Polwarth Parish Church and Hall are part of the picture too: joints in its floors, skirtings and thresholds need resealing as they wear.
Polwarth is about 1 mile south-west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Whether you’re in the middle of Polwarth or further out, floor joint sealing is available for homes and businesses alike, from flats and houses to offices and hotels. Polwarth is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover.
We cover every part of the EH11, EH14 and EH10 postcode area for floor joint sealing and the streets around it. We cover properties on Cowan Road, Spylaw Road and Ettrick Road and the roads around them. We also cover Shandon (1 mile north), Gorgie (1 mile north-west), Slateford (1 mile west), Westfield (1 mile north-west) and Burghmuirhead (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover Leith (4 miles north-east), Bonnington (3 miles north-east), Gayfield (3 miles north-east), Pilrig (3 miles north-east), North Leith (4 miles north-east) and Queensferry (8 miles north-west).
Around Polwarth
Typical jobs here are in homes near Harrison Park, Boroughmuir High School and Gabrielle Keiller Library, among other places. You will also find The Athletic Arms (0.6 miles north) and Iain Tomlin School of Music (0.6 miles east). For rail, the closest station is Slateford station, roughly 0.7 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find Murrayfield Experience (0.9 miles north-west) and Waverley Mall (2.1 miles north-east). The countryside around Polwarth includes Dunsapie Loch and Craiglockhart Hill.
Do you need floor joint sealing in Polwarth?
Concrete floor joints break down when traffic runs over open or failed joints. Pallet trucks and trolleys knock the edges away and the joint gets wider.
Any of these means the joints need attention:
- Grout cracking in a straight line across a floor
- Failed seals where bathroom floors meet baths and panels
- Grout used at the floor edge instead of sealant
- Cracked caulk along skirting in bathrooms and kitchens
Managing a site like Craiglockhart Primary School? Then floor joints in corridors, halls and entrances take heavy wear and need resealing before the edges break up.
What to look for in a quote
- What product goes in the joint
- What insurance they hold
- Whether VAT is included
- What happens if they find a problem under the old sealant
Work for landlords, hotels and businesses
We work for landlords and agents as well as homeowners. Resealing between tenancies is a simple way to keep a property in good order.
From a single let to a portfolio, the work is the same standard: the old material taken out, careful preparation and a 12-month guarantee.
Common questions in Polwarth
Do you work for landlords with property near Slateford station?
Yes. We work for landlords and agents as well as householders, and several properties can go on one quote. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk with the address and what needs doing, and we will give you a clear price.
Can you do floor joint sealing in Polwarth?
Yes, Polwarth is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job.
How long does floor joint sealing take?
As a guide, most jobs take a few hours, depending on the length of joint. Bigger jobs take longer.
Is it OK to seal over old sealant?
No, it will not last. It may look fine at first, but the new layer lifts away from the old one. Removing the old sealant completely is the only lasting way.
Do you use a paintable sealant?
If you tell us beforehand, yes. We use a paintable flexible sealant on joints you plan to paint, and silicone elsewhere.
How do I get a quote for floor joint sealing in Polwarth?
We do not publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: its size, the old material, access and the product needed. We agree the price before any work begins.
Where do you work from?
Our base is Crawley, with over 20 years’ experience. Our area covers South East England, London and Scotland.
How soon can the floor be mopped?
We give you a cure time for each joint. Feet are usually fine first, then mopping, then heavy wheels.
DIY versus a professional finish
A DIY attempt does not rule out a professional job. We remove it and do the joint properly, so just mention it when you contact us.
The biggest DIY mistake is sealing over old sealant. Silicone does not stick to old silicone, so it lifts and traps water and mould underneath. Everything old must be removed first.
Aftercare tips
Good habits help new joints last longer. Our tips:
- Keep caulk for dry, still joints only
- Cone off fresh joints until they’re ready
- Ask before painting over a sealed joint
- Use a well-wrung mop rather than flooding the floor
Have a look at the joints once the heating season is over. Small gaps at the ends can be touched up.
Water getting into floor joints in bathrooms and kitchens can damage what’s underneath. A sound seal stops that happening.