Orkney Islands · Scotland
Glazing Silicone in Hourston
Glazing silicone for conservatories, rooflights, glass panels and shower screens for Hourston, backed by a 12-month guarantee. Ask us for a quote.
- Conservatory leaks at frame and glazing joints
- Leaks from the base of a shower screen
- Glass-to-glass joints that have split
Glazing silicone in Hourston, done properly
Glazing joints need a sealant made for glass. We use a neutral-cure glazing silicone that’s suited to glass and the frame, and we tool it to a neat, even finish. If you’re dealing with sealant that was laid over old silicone and failed and black or yellowed silicone on glass joints, we can help, whatever the surface.
Mastic can only go onto a dry joint, so outside work in Hourston depends on the weather. Let us know about access to every frame, including any upstairs.
Our work is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you are.
- Where
- Hourston (KW17)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- A year, on every job
- Quotes
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
Glazing silicone in Hourston: local notes
Hourston is close to the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. Both are hard on glazing joints and frame seals, which can dry out and crack sooner where a building faces the weather. Sash and case windows are common in older Scottish homes, and the joint between the box frame and the stone or render is traditionally pointed with sand mastic.
Historic houses such as Skaill House, about 4.1 miles west, show how far back building around Hourston goes.
Hourston is about 11 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Homes, rented property, offices and hotels in Hourston can book us for glazing silicone, old or new, large or small. Every job comes with our one-year guarantee. Hourston is one of 51 places in the Orkney Islands we cover.
Every address in KW17 is covered for glazing silicone. If you are just outside Hourston, we cover Russland (1 mile south), Dounby (1 mile north), Harray (2 miles south-east), Skeabrae (2 miles north-west) and Tenston (2 miles south-west). For island and remote addresses, a little more planning is needed.
Around Hourston
Other landmarks nearby include Corrigall Farm Museum (1.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Loch of Bosquoy and Kame of Corrigall.
Can I do it myself?
A DIY attempt doesn’t rule out a professional job. We remove it and do the joint properly.
If you are set on DIY, put the effort into preparation: remove every trace of old sealant, clean and dry the joint, and follow the product’s cure time. If it fails, we can still redo it.
What happens if it’s left?
Resealing cannot fix a failed unit or a cracked panel. We say so plainly, so you can call the right trade. In a place like Hourston, small leaks are easy to put off, but water behind a failed seal does the most damage when nobody’s watching.
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. Size, access and the product the joint needs all make a difference.
Why Hourston clients choose us
- We are fully insured
- Any old sealant cut out fully, not covered over
- One-year guarantee on every job
- A choice of colours where the product allows
See our cost guide or our reviews.
Also in Hourston
Keeping the joints in good condition
Good habits help new joints last longer. A few tips:
- Keep air moving in the conservatory
- Keep scrapers and blades away from the silicone
- Check the silicone on glass every year or so
- Check the gutters above the glazing for debris
Do not use blades or scrapers near the bead when cleaning the glass. A soft cloth or sponge is best.
A small conservatory leak soon spreads. Water travels along the frame and into the wall so it’s best dealt with straight away.
Your questions about glazing silicone in Hourston
Do you cover smaller places like Hourston?
Yes, we do. Our work covers the whole of Scotland, islands included, from towns to the smallest places. The journey is planned ahead, so it helps to know about access.
Do you cover Hourston for glazing silicone?
Yes, Hourston is within the area we cover. Our work covers the whole of Scotland. Just send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk with a few details of the job, and we will give you a clear price.
Is a special sealant needed for glass?
A glazing silicone chosen for the joint. Neutral-cure products suit most glass and frames, as some acetoxy types can attack certain metals.
Are you insured?
Yes. Full insurance covers our work, and we can confirm the details when we quote.
Do you do commercial work?
Yes. Commercial and hotel work is a large part of what we do. Working times can be discussed when we quote.
Do you replace glass?
We don’t replace glass. We look after the sealant joints and can tell you if a unit seems to have gone.
Will you leave a mess?
Tidy work is part of the job. We protect what’s around the joints, and we clear up when we are done.
Do I need to be at home?
It depends on the job. Inside work needs someone to give us access, and for outside work we’ll agree access with you when we book.
How the visit works
There’s no need to move everything out, just the space around the work. We protect the rest, and the job takes a few hours for most jobs in most cases. Somewhere like Hourston may be a longer drive, and the journey is planned ahead. Tell us about tracks, gates, a ferry crossing or anything unusual about getting there.
- We start by finding the leak and making sure sealant is the cause.
- The old sealant is removed from the glass and frame without scratching them.
- Surfaces are cleaned with a solvent suited to glass and the frame.
- New glazing silicone goes in and is tooled to a neat finish.
- We check the joints and, where safe, run water over them.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about earlier repairs to the joints
- On commercial sites, let us know about site rules
- Try not to wet indoor joints just before the visit
Get a quote
For 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 send you a clear quote before any work starts.
Advice
Honest limits
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what sealant cannot fix:
- Condensation trapped between two panes
- Structural problems with a conservatory roof
- Frames that have decayed or split
If you are not sure, just email us at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we seal
- Glass-to-glass joints
- Conservatory frames
- Rooflights
- Glass balustrade bases
- Glass-to-frame joints
- Shower screens
What we are called out for in Hourston
UV light ages silicone, especially on conservatory roofs. Old silicone hardens, cracks and loses its grip on the glass.
Any of these means the joints need attention:
- Leaking glazing joints on a rooflight
- Water getting into a conservatory at the joints
- Glazing silicone that has cracked or come away
- Leaks from the base of a shower screen
In and around Hourston, as anywhere, good glazing silicone starts with a clean, dry, properly prepared joint.
What to look for in a quote
- What product goes in the joint
- What the cure time is
- Is VAT in the price?
- Which colour the sealant will be
For landlords and businesses
Housing providers, facilities teams and property managers book us too. We can quote a run of properties together, and we’re fully insured.
Hotels need rooms back in use, so we plan the work room by room. We’ve worked in hotels as well as homes and businesses.