Edinburgh · Scotland
Stenhouse Glazing Silicone
Specialist glazing silicone for Stenhouse: careful preparation, the right product and tidy work. Ask us for a quick quote.
- Leaks where conservatory glass meets the frame
- Stained, discoloured glazing silicone
- A quick top-up bead that didn’t last
Glazing silicone for homes and businesses in Stenhouse
Glazing silicone that has yellowed, blackened or come away looks poor and can leak. It comes off cleanly, without marking the glass and reseal the joint. Common call-outs are for stained, discoloured glazing silicone and cracked silicone between glass panels, across glass-to-frame joints, shower screens and rooflights.
Tenement flats in Scotland’s cities often have windows high above the street, where failing mastic is easy to miss. Access is the first thing to plan for a job in Stenhouse, and in a tenement the outside of the building may be a shared repair.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Edinburgh.
- Location
- Stenhouse (EH11, EH12, EH14)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Quoted before any work starts
- info@mrmastic.co.uk
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
Landlord and commercial work in Stenhouse
We also work for businesses, from offices to washrooms and kitchens. On commercial sites, working times can be discussed when we quote.
We work for landlords and agents as well as householders. Sealant work between tenants keeps a property looking cared for before the next move-in.
Frames and glazing around Stenhouse
Stenhouse is within about 3 miles of the coast, and homes near the sea take more wind-driven rain, with salt in the air closer to the shore. That’s hard on glazing joints and frame seals, especially on the side facing the sea. Under the Repairing Standard, private landlords in Scotland have to keep homes wind and watertight, and sound outside sealant is part of that.
Rented homes near Slateford station change hands often, and a shower screen or conservatory joint that leaks is easier to reseal while the property is empty. Schools such as Balgreen Primary School are buildings too, and the mastic around its windows and doors needs looking after like any other building’s.
Stenhouse is about 2 miles west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We carry out glazing silicone for householders, landlords and businesses in Stenhouse, as part of our work across Edinburgh. 175 places in Edinburgh are on our list.
Every address in EH11, EH12 and EH14 is covered for glazing silicone, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Glazing silicone is available to properties on Ford's Road, Elfin Square and Whitson Road. With the A71 close by, Stenhouse is easy for our applicators to reach. Neighbouring places we cover for glazing silicone include Saughton (1 mile south-west), Carrick Knowe (1 mile north-west), Chesser (1 mile south-east), Parkhead (1 mile south) and Longstone (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Leith (5 miles north-east), Bonnington (4 miles north-east), Greenside (3 miles north-east), Broughton (3 miles north-east), Bellevue (3 miles north-east) and Silvermills (3 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Stenhouse
Locally, jobs take us to homes and businesses close to Cross Keys Tavern, Gabrielle Keiller Library and Scotus Academy. Other local landmarks include Merchiston Castle School (1.4 miles south) and Saughton Park (under half a mile east). Stenhouse’s nearest station is Slateford station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Corstorphine Hospital (0.8 miles north-west) and Craigcrook Castle (1.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Craiglockhart Hill and Dunsapie Loch.
Do you need glazing silicone in Stenhouse?
Glass and frames expand and contract with the temperature, and they do not move by the same amount. In time, the sealant splits or pulls away.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Glazing silicone that has cracked or come away
- Leaking glazing joints on a rooflight
- Water running down inside the glass
- Cracked silicone between glass panels
Caroline Park, about 3.5 miles north, is one of the historic houses in the wider area around Stenhouse, and older homes nearby need a sealant that suits their walls.
Questions to ask before booking
- What the cure time is
- The length of the guarantee
- Whether you can choose the colour
- Which sealant they’ll use, and why
Keeping the joints in good condition
No joint lasts for ever, but care makes a real difference. A few tips:
- Wipe the screen down after showering
- Use gentle products around the joints
- Use a gentle glass cleaner and a soft cloth
- Do not use a blade near the sealant
Keep conservatory gutters clear, so water drains away from the joints. Overflowing gutters can cause leaks of their own.
A leaking shower screen may not show at first. It can damage the floor or the ceiling below long before you see it.
How the visit works
Most of a good job is in the preparation, and we do not rush it. Joints are cleaned back and dried before anything new goes in. In total, it usually takes a few hours, depending on how many joints need doing. Parking in city streets around Stenhouse can be tight or controlled, so it helps to know about permits or nearby bays. For flats, mention the door entry system and any shared-stair arrangements.
- We look at the glazing and agree which joints need resealing.
- We cut away the failed silicone.
- The surfaces are cleaned with a suitable solvent.
- New glazing silicone goes in and is finished neatly.
- The joints are checked before we leave.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous sealing or DIY attempts
- Let us know about stairs, lifts or work at height
- For business premises, tell us about site rules or sign-in
Getting a quote
Call for a quick quote, or email us if that is easier. Describe what needs sealing and we will explain what’s involved before giving you a price.
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When something else is needed
We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what sealant cannot put right:
- Cracked or broken glass
- Failed flashing around a conservatory
- A sagging or failing conservatory roof
Not sure which it is? You can drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we seal
- Glass-to-glass joints
- Glass-to-frame joints
- Shower screens
- Rooflights
- Glass balustrade bases
- Conservatory frames
Your questions about glazing silicone in Stenhouse
Does the coastal weather in Stenhouse affect outside sealant?
Near the coast, wind-driven rain and, nearer the shore, salt air make outside sealant work harder. Choosing the right sealant for the frame and wall, laid at the right depth, helps it last.
Can you help a landlord with a rental near Slateford station?
Yes, rental work is part of what we do. Just drop us a line at info@mrmastic.co.uk and tell us about the property, and we will give you a clear quote.
Does someone need to be in?
If the work is inside, we need someone to let us in. Once we’ve agreed the job, you do not need to watch us work.
How long does glazing silicone take?
Typically it takes a few hours, depending on how many joints need doing. Bigger jobs take longer, and we’ll say how long yours will take.
Are you ARBOMaster approved?
Yes. We are ARBOMaster approved, the scheme for applicators of Arbo sealants.
Do you reseal glass shower screens?
Yes. We cut out the old silicone and reseal the glass-to-wall and glass-to-tray joints.
Can you fix a leaking conservatory?
Yes, when the leak is a failed sealant joint. If it’s a broken panel, failed unit or roof problem, we will tell you.
What does glazing silicone cost?
We do not publish prices, because the cost depends on the job: how much there is, what’s there now, how we reach it and what it needs. You’ll get a clear quote before we start.
Quotes for glazing silicone in Stenhouse
Your quote is based on your job. We look at:
- The product the joint needs
- How many rooms, windows or areas are involved
- How much old sealant there is and how hard it is to remove
- Any working-time requirements on site
Every job is a little different, so each one gets its own quote. The number of joints, how easy they are to reach and the sealant needed all play a part.
What to tell us for a quote
When you contact us, these details help:
- Whether it’s a home or a business
- Roughly how big the job is
- A few pictures by email, if you can
- Access, such as stairs, a lift or height
Quotes start with a quick conversation. Tell us what’s wrong, where it is and how much there is. When it suits you, send an email to info@mrmastic.co.uk.
What the job involves on each surface
Glass balustrade bases
The base joint is cut out and resealed. Glass fitting is a separate trade.
Shower screens
A screen’s wall joint and tray joint are where leaks start. Both are resealed with anti-fungal silicone.